Friday January 08, 2010: on this day

January 08, 2010 was the 8th day of the year 2010, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Friday.

Is January 08, 2010 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 08, 2010, who was born and died on January 08, 2010, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 08, 2010, which were the most popular songs (ex. TiK ToK by Ke$ha), movies (e.g. Avatar, directed by James Cameron), TV series (e.g. Tiere Bis Unters Dach) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 8th, 2010 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 08, 2010?


January 08, 2010 was a Friday and it was the 8th day of the year 2010 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 08, 2010 can also be written as 1/8/2010 in the US and as 8/1/2010 in UK and Europe.

January 08, 2010 in January 2010 calendar

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January 08, 2010: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 08, 2010:

  • Three people were killed when gunmen from the front for the liberation of the enclave of cabinda, an offshoot of the front for the liberation of the enclave of cabinda, attacked the bus carrying the togo football team as it traveled to the african cup of nations 2010.
  • The togo national football team is attacked in angola and withdraws from africa cup of nations.
  • Deep in sudan, a large statue of the pharaoh taharqa was found.
  • The london heathrow airport police department responded to a security alert regarding a dubai-bound flight.
  • After falling ill, sekouba konate (the interim head of the junta, guinea) is flown to senegal.
  • A bill to legalize same-sex marriage is approved by the portuguese parliament.
  • China mobile, the largest mobile phone operator in the world, has fired its vice-chairman zhang chunjiang.
  • The ugandan death penalty may not be necessary for homosexuality.
  • Mehdi karroubi's car gets set on fire in qazvin (iran).
  • China is the top-ranked automobile market in the world.
  • Two people were arrested in connection with a bomb plot that took place in new york city last january.
  • The first flight of the 2008 war between russia and georgia sees a georgian plane land in moscow, russia.
  • Two burmese whistleblowers were sentenced to death after leaking information about secret government visits to north korea.
  • Tensions surrounding the non-muslim use of the word "allah", which is being used in malaysia, have led to the attack on several churches.
  • Rosarno, southern italy: riots broke out among the immigrants and local residents in protest to a white youth's attack on african workers.
  • Three men were arrested in connection to the murder of six copts who fled a church in southern egypt.
  • The sea shepherd conservation society's speedboat, 'ady gil,' which was damaged in a confrontation with the japanese security vessel, 'shonan maru 2,'' sinks in south ocean just before 3:30 am aedt. society's bob barker attempts to save the boat.
  • French research in analytical chemistry suggests cleopatra's heavy eye makeup could prove to be of medical value.
  • British mp george galloway is expelled from egypt
  • Gunmen open fire on a bus transporting the togo national football team from the 2010 africa cup of nations in angola. one person has been killed, and many others are injured.
  • Gunmen from an offshoot of the front for the liberation of the enclave of cabinda attack a bus carrying the togo national football team on its way to the 2010 africa cup of nations, killing three people and injuring another nine.

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January 08, 2010: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on January 08, 2010:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $69.69
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $210.30
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $30.28
  • General Electric GE: opens at $16.31
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $129.07

Exchange Rates on January 08, 2010:

  • 1 USD = 92.66 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0298 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0236 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8276 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 133.53 JPY

January 08, 2010: What were the main match results that day?

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • West Brom - Nott'm Forest : 1 - 3

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

  • Sp Braga - Nacional : 2 - 0
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January 08, 2010: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 8th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 08, 2010: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 08, 2010 is Tiger and the associated element is Metal.

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Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on January 8th, 2010 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 08, 2010: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

27%

The moon phase on January 08, 2010 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 08, 2010 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 January 08, 2010 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 27% full, rising at 01:17 am and setting at 12:11 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 31, 2009 while the next full moon would come on Jan 30, 2010.

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Who was born on January 08, 2010?


Whose famous birthday is on January 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 8th:

  • Elvis Presley
    Elvis Presley

    American pop singer.

  • David Bowie
    David Bowie

    British actor and rock star with exotic looks.

  • Cynthia Erivo
    Cynthia Erivo

    Cynthia erivo is a british actress and singer known for her tony award-winning performance in 'the color purple' and her role in the film...

  • Stephen Hawking
    Stephen Hawking

    British theoretical physicist, who was also a professor at the university of oxford.

  • Géraldine Pailhas
    Géraldine Pailhas

    French actress who starred alongside johnny depp, marlon brando and "don juan demarco.

  • Graham Chapman
    Graham Chapman

    An english actor and writer.

  • José Ferrer
    José Ferrer

    Puerto rican-american actor and director (d. 1992).

  • Yvette Mimieux
    Yvette Mimieux

    American actress, stage, and tv actress.

  • Michelle Forbes
    Michelle Forbes

    Actress (julianna cox-homicide).

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January 08, 2010: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 14 years 2 months old,

or 170 months and 20 days old,

or 741 weeks and 6 days old,

or 5193 days old,

if you were born on January 08, 2010.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 08, 2010?

There are 286 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday January 8th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 08, 2010?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on January 08, 2010.

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January 08, 2010: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 08, 2010:

  • Art Clokey

    American animator, director, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1921).

  • Tony Halme

    Finnish politician and boxer (born 1963).

  • Monica Maughan

    Actress tongan-australian (d. 2010).

  • Blanca Sánchez
  • Otmar Suitner

What famous deaths happened on January 8th?

Famous deaths on January 8th:

  • John Gregson
    John Gregson

    Actor (rooney assassin) dies at 55.

  • Yvonne De Carlo
    Yvonne De Carlo

    Canadian-american actress, singer, dancer, and choreographer whose six-decade career included roles in film, television, musical theatre,...

  • Edd Byrnes
    Edd Byrnes

    Edd Byrnes was an American actor known for his role in the TV series '77 Sunset Strip'.

  • Gale Page
    Gale Page

    Actress (4 daughters, knute rockney), is killed by cancer at 72.

  • Pat Buttram
    Pat Buttram

    American actor and comedian (b. 1915).

  • Lois Wilson
    Lois Wilson

    Actress (alice aldrich family), dies at 88.

  • Robert Baden-Powell
    Robert Baden-Powell

    British military figure who founded the boy scouts of england in 1907.

  • Zbigniew Cybulski
    Zbigniew Cybulski

    Polish actor (see you tommorrow) dies at 39.

  • Castin Galilei

    Castin Galilei was an Italian astronomer, physicist, engineer, and philosopher who played a key role in the scientific revolution.

  • Lamarco Polo

    Famous Venetian explorer who traveled extensively in Asia.

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January 08, 2010: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 08, 2010:

  • Commonwealth Day is celebrated in Northern Mariana Islands.
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January 08, 2010: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 08, 2010 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 4th and January 10th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 08, 2010: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 08, 2010 was TiK ToK by Ke$ha, according to the music chart for the week January 4th and January 10th.

January 08, 2010: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 08, 2010 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 4th and January 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - TiK ToK youtube
  2. - Replay
  3. - Bad Romance
  4. - Fireflies youtube
  5. - Empire State Of Mind

January 08, 2010: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 08, 2010 was It Kills Me by Melanie Fiona, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 4th and January 10th.

January 08, 2010: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 08, 2010 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 4th and January 10th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - It Kills Me
  2. - I Invented Sex
  3. - Money To Blow
  4. - Say Aah
  5. - BedRock

January 08, 2010: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on January 08, 2010 was Me Gusta Todo De Ti by Banda El Recodo de Cruz Lizarraga, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 4th and January 10th.

January 08, 2010: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on January 08, 2010 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 4th and January 10th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Me Gusta Todo De Ti
  2. - Hay Ojitos
  3. - Dile Al Amor
  4. - Se Me Va La Voz
  5. - Looking For Paradise

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January 08, 2010: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 08, 2010 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Avatar

Avatar

Release year: 2010

Directed by: James Cameron

Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Michelle Rodriguez

Country: United States of America

A Single Man

A Single Man

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Tom Ford

Starring: Colin Firth, Julianne Moore, Matthew Goode, Nicholas Hoult

Country: United States of America

City Island

City Island

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Raymond De Felitta

Starring: Andy Garcia, Julianna Margulies, Steven Strait, Emily Mortimer

Country: United States of America

Law Abiding Citizen

Law Abiding Citizen

Release year: 2010

Directed by: F. Gary Gray

Starring: Gerard Butler, Jamie Foxx, Leslie Bibb, Colm Meaney

Country: United States of America

Precious

Precious

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Lee Daniels

Starring: Gabourey Sidibe, Mo'Nique, Paula Patton, Mariah Carey

Country: United States of America

January 08, 2010: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 08, 2010 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Tiere bis unters Dach

Tiere bis unters Dach

Release year: 2010

Amelia

Amelia

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Mira Nair

Fear Clinic

Fear Clinic

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Robert Hall

Magellan

Magellan

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Rob York

Men of a Certain Age

Men of a Certain Age

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Parthiban Shanmugam

January 08, 2010: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 08, 2010 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Stones Into Schools by Greg Mortenson

Stones Into Schools

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The continuing story of a determined humanitarian's efforts promote peace through education, as told by the #1 bestseller Three Cups of Tea. Greg Mortenson tells the dramatic first-person account.

Have a Little Faith by Mitch Albom

Have a Little Faith

By:

A new chapter is now available for the paperback edition. "A masterpiece." Publishers Weekly. "A masterpiece." "Will you perform my eulogy?" I thought it was a favor, as is often the case in faith.

The Last Song by Nicholas Sparks

The Last Song

By:

Seventeen-year-old Veronica Miller, known as Ronnie, was devastated when her parents separated and moved from New York City (NYC) to Wrightsville Beach (North Carolina).

Going Rogue: An American Life by Sarah Palin

Going Rogue: An American Life

By:

Going Rogue, Sarah Palin's #1 New York Times bestseller memoir is a story about her life and career. Palin is one of AmericaaEUR(tm),s most loved and controversial political figures. Going Rogue, now with new material, is plain talk from an …

New Moon by Stephenie Meyer

New Moon

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Twilight has captivated millions of readers and they are eager to read more. Stephenie Meyer's New Moon is another captivating combination of romance, suspense, and a supernatural twist.

January 08, 2010: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 08, 2010 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Cannon Cadets

Cannon Cadets

Platform: iPod Touch, iPhone, iPad

Genre: Gaming, Family & Arcade

Publisher: XMG Studio

100 Rogues

100 Rogues

Platform: Ouya, iOS

Genre: Roguelike

Publisher: Fusion Reactions

Carnivores: Dinosaur Hunter

Carnivores: Dinosaur Hunter

Platform: iOS Android PlayStation Portable PlayStation 3

Body and Brain Connection

Body and Brain Connection

Platform: Xbox 360 (Kinect)

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Namco Bandai Games

Castlevania Puzzle: Encore of the Night

Castlevania Puzzle: Encore of the Night

Platform: iOS, Windows Phone

Genre: Puzzle, role-playing

Publisher: Konami

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Who was the US President on January 08, 2010?

On January 08, 2010 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 08, 2010?

On January 08, 2010 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 08, 2010?

On January 08, 2010 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about January 8th?

January 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of January. 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 January 8th, such as:

  • 2019 - Russian military police says it has begun patrolling manbij in the syrian civil war. (tass). the u.s.-backed syrian democratic forces claim that five foreign nationals were captured fighting for the islamic state of iraq. two of the five are from the united states; two from pakistan, and one from ireland.
  • 2018 - Pfizer, a pharmaceutical company, has stopped research on parkinson's and alzheimer's diseases.
  • 2017 - January 2017, jerusalem vehicular attack: a truck crashes into a group israeli soldiers in an attack on east jerusalem. the attack resulted in the deaths of four and injuring 21 others. the terrorist was previously convicted and sentenced to 10 years in prison.

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What happened in 2010?

2010 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Heritage Numismatic Auctions has sold a US 1874 Bickford Gold $10 Pattern at Public Auction for US$1,265,000. The Reed Hawn US 1913 Liberty Head 5-cent Coin sells at $3,737,000.
  • Republican Scott Brown wins Massachusetts' vacant Senate seat, decreasing the Democrats' majority by 59 seats to 41.
  • Spyker, a Dutch auto company, signs a deal with General Motors to purchase Sweden's Saab for US$74 Million in cash and $326,000,000 in deferred shares.

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What was the calendar for January 2010?

January 2010 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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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