Friday April 08, 2005: on this day

April 08, 2005 was the 98th day of the year 2005, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Friday.

Is April 08, 2005 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 08, 2005, who was born and died on April 08, 2005, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 08, 2005, which were the most popular songs (ex. Candy Shop by 50 Cent), movies (e.g. The Illusionist, directed by Neil Burger), TV series (e.g. Loveless) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 8th, 2005 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 08, 2005?


April 08, 2005 was a Friday and it was the 98th day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 08, 2005 can also be written as 4/8/2005 in the US and as 8/4/2005 in UK and Europe.

April 08, 2005 in April 2005 calendar

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April 08, 2005: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 08, 2005:

  • More than four million people attended the funeral of pope john paul 2.
  • Tens of thousands march through baghdad, supported by shia cleric moqtada sadr. they protest the u.s. occupation in iraq 2 years after saddam hussein's fall.
  • Wedding of charles, prince of wales and camilla parker bowles camilla parker bowles is married to the prince of wales in a civil ceremony at windsor’s guildhall. camilla is crowned ''the duchess of cornwall''.
  • The funeral of pope john paul ii is held.
  • Eric rudolph pleads guilty to four bombings, including the 1996 centennial olympic park bombing, in return for four life sentences. (ap/yahoo! news (link dead at 22:29 on 14 january 2007 (utc).)
  • Insurgents from islam kill 14 people outside algiers. they trap the victims at a roadblock and then burn their cars.
  • Two foreign tourists are killed in a suicide bomber attack in cairo. a further number of innocent bystanders are also injured. the responsibility is claimed by the "islamic pride brigades". (haaretz). (link dead at 22:29 on 14 january 2007 (utc).
  • Shaul mofaz, israeli defence minister, announced that no private homes will be destroyed in gaza strip settlements following the disengagement plan. the "green line" will allow religious structures like cemeteries, mikveh baths, and synagogues to be demolished and moved inside. (haaretz), ynet news
  • Manchester's christie hospital scientists claim that a cure for cancer could be possible in five years.
  • A hezbollah leader stated to the financial times that they would be open to discussing disarmament options after israel pulls out of the shebaa farms. while lebanon and syria claim that shebaa farms is lebanese territory; the rest of world insists that they are part of syria's golan heights. (financial times). (haaretz). (link dead at 22:29 on 14 january 2007 (utc).
  • Djibouti hosts the presidential elections. the incumbent president, ismail omar guelleh, is the only candidate.
  • A solar eclipse occurs, visible over areas of the pacific ocean and latin american countries such as costa rica, panama, colombia and venezuela.

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April 08, 2005: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on April 08, 2005:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $60.75
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $43.70
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $25.07
  • General Electric GE: opens at $35.70
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $88.28

Exchange Rates on April 08, 2005:

  • 1 USD = 108.16 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.2282 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.1983 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 139.93 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6854 GBP

April 08, 2005: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • St Truiden - Genk : 0 - 2

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Cottbus - Ein Trier : 2 - 1
  • Dresden - Munich 1860 : 0 - 4
  • Saarbrucken - Essen : 0 - 0

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Angers - Le Mans : 0 - 2
  • Chateauroux - Brest : 1 - 2
  • Dijon - Le Havre : 0 - 0
  • Guingamp - Clermont : 3 - 1
  • Lorient - Reims : 3 - 1

League 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Tranmere - Stockport : 1 - 0
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April 08, 2005: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 8th is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 08, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 08, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on April 8th, 2005 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 08, 2005: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 08, 2005 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 08, 2005 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on April 08, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 06:24 am and setting at 08:41 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 25, 2005 while the next full moon would come on Apr 24, 2005.

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Who was born on April 08, 2005?


Famous people born on April 08, 2005:

  • Leah Behn

    Norwegian royalty, second-born of three daughters of princess ma$??rtha louise, and ari behn, author ari behn.

  • Leah Isadora Behn

Whose famous birthday is on April 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 8th:

  • Patricia Arquette
    Patricia Arquette

    American actress.

  • Jacques Brel
    Jacques Brel

    Belgian-born french composer and lyricist, as well as singer.

  • Chris Kyle
    Chris Kyle

    Chris kyle was a highly decorated us navy seal sniper known for his autobiography 'american sniper' and his service during the iraq war.

  • Julian Lennon
    Julian Lennon

    British singer, musician, and singer, julian lennon is the son of john lennon (and his first wife cynthia).

  • John Schneider
    John Schneider

    John schneider is an american actor best known for his role as bo duke in the television series the dukes of hazzard.

  • Biz Markie
    Biz Markie

    Biz markie was an american rapper, singer, dj, and record producer known for his hit single 'just a friend'.

  • Franco Corelli
    Franco Corelli

    Italian tenor, named "favorite tenor" of the century.

  • John Gavin
    John Gavin

    Hispanic-american diplomat and actor.

  • Robert Kiyosaki
    Robert Kiyosaki

    Cashflow technologies was co-founded by an american businessman.

  • Christine Boisson
    Christine Boisson

    French actress.

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April 08, 2005: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 18 years 11 months old,

or 227 months and 20 days old,

or 989 weeks and 6 days old,

or 6929 days old,

if you were born on April 08, 2005.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 08, 2005?

There are 11 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday April 8th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 08, 2005?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on April 08, 2005.

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April 08, 2005: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 08, 2005:

  • Onna White

    Canadian choreographer and dancer (d. 2005).

  • Eddie Miksis

    American baseball player (born in 1926).

  • Raúl Gibb Guerrero (52 o 53)
  • Yoshitarō Nomura

What famous deaths happened on April 8th?

Famous deaths on April 8th:

  • Annette Funicello
    Annette Funicello

    American actress.

  • Ben Johnson
    Ben Johnson

    100m runner (1988 olympics - gold medalist, disqualified).

  • Claire Trevor
    Claire Trevor

    American singer and actress (d. 2000).

  • Sara Montiel
    Sara Montiel

    Spanish-mexican actress and singer (b. 1928).

  • Lars Hanson
    Lars Hanson

    Swedish actor, flesh & devil, dies at 78 after a long battle with illness.

  • María Félix
    María Félix

    Mexican film actress.

  • Arleen Whelan
    Arleen Whelan

    Deaths of a stroke at the 78.

  • Frank Milan
    Frank Milan

    Actor (witness), passes away at 71.

  • Siler Picasso

    Siler Picasso was a Spanish painter, sculptor, and printmaker, who is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.

  • Majour Picasso

    A Spanish artist, Picasso is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, known for his pioneering work in Cubism.

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April 08, 2005: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 08, 2005:

  • Buddha's Birthday in Japan

Saints celebrated on April 08, 2005:

  • Saint Constance
  • Saint Walter of Pontoise (died 1099)
  • Saint Julie Billiart of Namur (died 1816).
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April 08, 2005: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 08, 2005 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 4th and April 10th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 08, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 08, 2005 was Candy Shop by 50 Cent, according to the music chart for the week April 4th and April 10th.

April 08, 2005: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 08, 2005 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 4th and April 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Candy Shop
  2. - Since U Been Gone
  3. - Hate It Or Love It
  4. - Obsession (No Es Amor)
  5. - Boulevard Of Broken Dreams

April 08, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 08, 2005 was (Is This The Way To) Amarillo by Tony Christie featuring Peter Kay, according to the music chart for the week April 4th and April 10th.

April 08, 2005: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 08, 2005 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 4th and April 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - (Is This The Way To) Amarillo
  2. - Let Me Love You youtube
  3. - Switch
  4. - Candy Shop
  5. - All About You / You've Got A Friend

April 08, 2005: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 08, 2005 was Candy Shop by 50 Cent Featuring Olivia, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 4th and April 10th.

April 08, 2005: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 08, 2005 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 4th and April 10th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Candy Shop
  2. - Truth Is
  3. - Hate It Or Love It
  4. - Let Me Love You youtube
  5. - Ordinary People

April 08, 2005: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on April 08, 2005 was La Camisa Negra by Juanes, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 4th and April 10th.

April 08, 2005: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on April 08, 2005 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 4th and April 10th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - La Camisa Negra
  2. - Aire
  3. - Hoy Como Ayer
  4. - La Sorpresa
  5. - Obsesion (No Es Amor)

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April 08, 2005: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 08, 2005 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Illusionist

The Illusionist

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Neil Burger

Starring: Edward Norton, Jessica Biel, Paul Giamatti, Rufus Sewell

Country: United States of America

Saw

Saw

Release year: 2005

Directed by: James Wan

Starring: Cary Elwes, Leigh Whannell, Danny Glover, Ken Leung

Country: United States of America

Saved!

Saved!

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Brian Dannelly

Starring: Jena Malone, Mandy Moore, Macaulay Culkin, Patrick Fugit

Country: United States of America

A Prairie Home Companion

A Prairie Home Companion

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Robert Altman

Starring: Lily Tomlin, Meryl Streep, Woody Harrelson, John C. Reilly

Country: United States of America

Slither

Slither

Release year: 2005

Directed by: James Gunn

Starring: Nathan Fillion, Elizabeth Banks, Michael Rooker, Don Thompson

Country: United States of America

April 08, 2005: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 08, 2005 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Loveless

Loveless

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Andrey Zvyagintsev

The Contender

The Contender

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Josh Baldwin

Vier Frauen und ein Todesfall

Vier Frauen und ein Todesfall

Release year: 2005

Tilt

Tilt

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Kasra Farahani

American Dragon: Jake Long

American Dragon: Jake Long

Release year: 2005

Country: United States of America

April 08, 2005: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 08, 2005 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Prep by Curtis Sittenfeld

Prep

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Prep is Curtis Sittenfeld’s debut novel. It's an insightful and achingly funny story about coming-of age.

Second Honeymoon by James Patterson, Howard Roughan

Second Honeymoon

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The honeymoon is over for these couples. The newlywed couple enters the sauna in their luxurious honeymoon suite and never leaves.

Blind Alley by Iris Johansen

Blind Alley

By:

Iris Johansen is the New York Times bestseller for Firestorm. She returns with a psychological thriller that's so frightening and so fast-paced it will leave you unable to hold your breath until the next shock.

R is for Ricochet by Sue Grafton

R is for Ricochet

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Reba Lafferty was a privilege daughter. She was abandoned by her rebellious mother as an infant. She was the only child of a wealthy man in her mid-fifties at her birth. Her adoring father lavished her with gifts.

Juiced by Jose Canseco

Juiced

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Jose Canseco was a major leaguer in the 1980s. He changed the game in many ways. His combination of speed and power allowed him to become the first player to hit more than 40 home runs and steal more bases …

April 08, 2005: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 08, 2005 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Banjo-Pilot

Banjo-Pilot

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Racing

Publisher: THQ

Ace Combat Advance

Ace Combat Advance

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Shooter

Publisher: Namco

Crazy Machines

Crazy Machines

Platform: Windows, Macintosh, Nintendo DS, iOS, Wii

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Novitas Publishing DTP Entertainment Pepper Games Viva Media

Anubis II

Anubis II

Platform: Wii, PlayStation 2, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Action

Publisher: EU Metro 3D; NA Conspiracy Entertainment

Darwinia

Darwinia

Platform: Microsoft Windows Linux Mac OS X Xbox 360

Genre: Real-time tactics, real-time strategy

Publisher: Introversion Software (Windows/Linux) Ambrosia Software (Mac OS X) Cinemaware Marquee/eGames (USA) Stomp (Australia)

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Who was the US President on April 08, 2005?

On April 08, 2005 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 08, 2005?

On April 08, 2005 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

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What is special about April 8th?

April 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of April. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on April 8th, such as:

  • 2019 - Tripoli international airport is retaken by forces loyal to the government of national accord from the libyan national army.
  • 2018 - 2018 douma chemical attacks: according to the white helmets, at least 70 people died in yesterday's chemical weapons attack in douma (syria). russia and the syrian government deny any chemical attack. (bbc). president donald trump warned russia and iran about bashar al-assad's support and called him "animal assad".
  • 2017 - War in afghanistan: an american special forces soldier is killed in action against isil militants in afghanistan’s eastern nangarhar province.

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What happened in 2005?

2005 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Police kill Jean Charles de Menezes as they begin to hunt for London Bombers who were responsible for the 7/7/2005 London bombings and 21/7/2005 London bombings.
  • Yasser Aramfat is replaced as the head of the Palestine Liberation Organization by elections. Rawhi Fattouh succeeds him.
  • Donald Kagin and Steven Contursi purchased the rare (US) 1787 Brasher Gold Doubloon for US$2,990,000. This is the third highest auction price for a rare coin.

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What was the calendar for April 2005?

April 2005 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

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