Thursday March 08, 2012: on this day

March 08, 2012 was the 68th day of the year 2012, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is March 08, 2012 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on March 08, 2012, who was born and died on March 08, 2012, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 08, 2012, which were the most popular songs (ex. Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You) by Kelly Clarkson), movies (e.g. The Artist, directed by Michel Hazanavicius), TV series (e.g. Die Chefin) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 8th, 2012 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 08, 2012?


March 08, 2012 was a Thursday and it was the 68th day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 08, 2012 can also be written as 3/8/2012 in the US and as 8/3/2012 in UK and Europe.

March 08, 2012 in March 2012 calendar

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March 08, 2012: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 08, 2012:

  • 2011-2012 syrian uprising
  • Abdo hussameddin (the deputy oil minister in syria) announces his resignation and plans to join the opposition
  • Dissidents in syria reject kofi annan's call to cease fighting and seek peace negotiations.
  • Police in dublin removed the occupy dame street tent during an overnight raid.
  • British prime minister david cameron announced that two engineers, briton chris mcmanus (italian) and franco lamolinara (british), were kidnapped by islamic extremists from nigeria in may 2011. they were captured by them and killed in a rescue attempt by british forces and nigerian troops.
  • Greece signs a deal with private lenders to restructure its debt.
  • China's inflation levels are falling significantly.
  • Sara blakely, the inventor of spanx, becomes the youngest female billionaire self-made on 'forbes''.
  • Toyota recalls 700,000.
  • One gunman kills and injures seven people before he is shot to death at the university of pittsburgh medical center's western psychiatric institute clinic, pittsburgh, pennsylvania.
  • Stephanie lazarus, a former detective with the los angeles police department, is convicted of a high-profile 1986 murder.
  • Announcement of the first complete map of the debris field containing the remains of rms titanic.
  • Study suggests that organ rejection may be prevented by donor stem cells in cases of imperfectly matched transplants.
  • 2011-2012 syrian uprising. abdo hussameddin (the syrian deputy oil minister) announces that he will resign and join the opposition. (bbc).syrian dissidents reject kofi annan's call to cease fighting and seek peace negotiations.
  • Due to flooding in the murray-darling basin, evacuation orders have been issued for griffith and forbes.

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March 08, 2012: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on March 08, 2012:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $85.00
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $534.69
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $32.04
  • General Electric GE: opens at $18.98
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $199.24

Exchange Rates on March 08, 2012:

  • 1 USD = 81.56 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.9901 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.9079 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.3159 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 108.25 JPY
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March 08, 2012: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 8th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 08, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 08, 2012 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

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March 08, 2012: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 08, 2012 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 08, 2012 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 March 08, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 06:39 pm and setting at 06:32 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 07, 2012 while the next full moon would come on Apr 06, 2012.

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Who was born on March 08, 2012?


Whose famous birthday is on March 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 8th:

  • Fardeen Khan
    Fardeen Khan

    Indian film actor known for his work in Bollywood movies.

  • Cyd Charisse
    Cyd Charisse

    Cyd charisse was an american dancer and actress known for her roles in classic hollywood musicals such as singin' in the rain and the band...

  • Aidan Quinn
    Aidan Quinn

    Aidan quinn is an irish-american actor known for his roles in movies such as 'legends of the fall' and 'benny & joon'.

  • Kwame Kwei-Armah
    Kwame Kwei-Armah

    Kwame Kwei-Armah is a British playwright, director, and actor who has written numerous plays and served as the artistic director of the...

  • Lynn Redgrave
    Lynn Redgrave

    British-american actress, rachel kempson, is the daughter of sir michael redgrave, an actor from bristol, and rachel kempson, actress from...

  • Micky Dolenz
    Micky Dolenz

    American musician (the monkees).

  • John Kapelos
    John Kapelos

    Canadian screenwriter and producer of actor.

  • Edith MacArthur
    Edith MacArthur

    Scottish actress who is known for her graceful screen presence.

  • Nick Zano
    Nick Zano

    American actor.

  • Cheryl James
    Cheryl James

    American performer (salt-n-pepa).

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March 08, 2012: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 12 years 1 month old,

or 145 months and 12 days old,

or 632 weeks and 2 days old,

or 4426 days old,

if you were born on March 08, 2012.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 08, 2012?

There are 322 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday March 8th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 08, 2012?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on March 08, 2012.

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March 08, 2012: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 08, 2012:

  • Simin Daneshvar

    Iranian author and academic (b. 1921).

  • Elio Pagliarani
  • Luz Méndez de la Vega
  • Charlie Hoag

What famous deaths happened on March 8th?

Famous deaths on March 8th:

  • Max von Sydow
    Max von Sydow

    Max von sydow was a swedish-french actor known for his roles in iconic films such as the seventh seal, the exorcist, and star wars: the...

  • John Inman
    John Inman

    British actor, born in 13 years.

  • Karen Morley
    Karen Morley

    American singer and actress (d. 2003).

  • Edward Andrews
    Edward Andrews

    Griffin, georgia -- actor (tea & sympathy and glass bottom boat).

  • Harold Lloyd
    Harold Lloyd

    At 77 years old, why worry, a us comedian/actor, succumbs to cancer.

  • Joanny Berlioz

    Joanny Berlioz was a French composer, conductor, and music critic who is considered one of the most influential figures in the Romantic era...

  • Johnye Ferguson

    Prominent figure in the civil rights movement, known for advocating for equality and justice.

  • Vinod Mehta

    Prominent Indian journalist and editor known for his contributions to the field of journalism.

  • Zepplin

    Inventor of the Zeppelin airship.

  • Yittel Feinstein

    Renowned Yiddish theater actress known for her powerful performances.

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March 08, 2012: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 08, 2012:

  • Albania, Romania - Mother's Day.
  • Catholicism Saint John of God.
  • Hudson's Birthday - The Second Coming Of Christmas.

Observances on March 08, 2012:

  • International Women's Day

Saints celebrated on March 08, 2012:

  • Saint Philemon (d. 305)
  • Saint Humfried of Terwaan
  • Saint Cyrillus of Africa
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March 08, 2012: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 08, 2012 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 5th and March 11th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 08, 2012: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 08, 2012 was Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You) by Kelly Clarkson, according to the music chart for the week March 5th and March 11th.

March 08, 2012: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 08, 2012 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 5th and March 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You) youtube
  2. - Set Fire To The Rain
  3. - We Are Young
  4. - Part Of Me
  5. - Glad You Came

March 08, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 08, 2012 was Love On Top by Beyonce, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 5th and March 11th.

March 08, 2012: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 08, 2012 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 5th and March 11th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Love On Top
  2. - The Motto
  3. - Strip
  4. - Lotus Flower Bomb
  5. - Make Me Proud

March 08, 2012: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on March 08, 2012 was Intentalo by 3BallMTY Featuring El Bebeto y America Sierra, according to the Latin music chart for the week March 5th and March 11th.

March 08, 2012: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on March 08, 2012 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week March 5th and March 11th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Intentalo
  2. - Llamada de Mi Ex
  3. - Las Cosas Pequenas
  4. - Mi Santa
  5. - Lovumba (Prestige)

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March 08, 2012: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 08, 2012 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Artist

The Artist

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Michel Hazanavicius

Starring: Jean Dujardin, Bérénice Bejo, John Goodman, James Cromwell

Country: United States of America

Moneyball

Moneyball

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Bennett Miller

Starring: Brad Pitt, Robin Wright, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman

Country: United States of America

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Brad Bird

Starring: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, Paula Patton

Country: United States of America

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

Release year: 2012

Directed by: John Madden

Starring: Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Maggie Smith, Tom Wilkinson

Country: United States of America

The Hunger Games

The Hunger Games

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Gary Ross

Starring: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Stanley Tucci

Country: United States of America

March 08, 2012: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 08, 2012 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Die Chefin

Die Chefin

Release year: 2012

The Girl's Guide to Depravity

The Girl's Guide to Depravity

Release year: 2012

Les hommes de l'ombre

Les hommes de l'ombre

Release year: 2012

Touch

Touch

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Minh Nguyen

Missing

Missing

Release year: 2012

Country: United States of America

March 08, 2012: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 08, 2012 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Defending Jacob by William Landay

Defending Jacob

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NAMED ONE THE BEST BOOKS OF YEAR BY Entertainment Weekly * The Boston Globe* Kansas City Star "A legal thriller comparable to classics like Scott

Sonoma Rose by Jennifer Chiaverini

Sonoma Rose

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Jennifer Chiaverini, a New York Times bestseller returns with a Prohibition-era novel about a woman's struggle to save her family and herself. With the nation still in the grips of Prohibition Rosa Diaz

Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson

Steve Jobs

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Walter Isaacson's "enthralling", (The New Yorker), worldwide bestseller biography about Apple co-founder Steve Jobs was the inspiration for the film Steve Jobs, starring Michael Fassbender and Kate Winslet, Seth Rogen and Jeff Daniels.

Private Games by James Patterson and Mark Sullivan

Private Games

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Your markPrivate is the most respected investigation firm in the world, and has been contracted to provide security services for the 2012 Olympic Games in London.

The Wolf Gift by Anne Rice

The Wolf Gift

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Reuben Golding, a young reporter, arrives on assignment at a remote mansion high above the Pacific. It's at the request of the home's mysterious female owner.

March 08, 2012: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 08, 2012 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Doom 3 BFG Edition

Doom 3 BFG Edition

Platform: Microsoft Windows Linux PlayStation 3 Xbox 360 Nvidia Shield

Genre: First-person shooter, survival horror

Publisher: Bethesda Softworks

Battleloot Adventure

Battleloot Adventure

Platform: iOS, Android, Windows Phone

Genre: tactical role-playing, single-player video game

Publisher: Digital Tales

Baka and Test

Baka and Test

Platform: PlayStation Portable

Genre: Romantic comedy, Slice of life

Criminal Case (video game)

Criminal Case (video game)

Platform: Facebook (Adobe Flash), iOS, Android

Genre: Puzzle

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim – Dragonborn

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim – Dragonborn

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360

Genre: Action role-playing

Publisher: Bethesda Softworks

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Who was the US President on March 08, 2012?

On March 08, 2012 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 08, 2012?

On March 08, 2012 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 08, 2012?

On March 08, 2012 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about March 8th?

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

  • 2019 - Venezuelan crisis: venezuelan blackout 2019: venezuela's national power blackout enters its second-day. jorge rodriguez, information minister, and vladimir padrino lopez, defense minister, claim that venezuela is the victim of cyberattacks designed to "derail the entire system". juan guaido, venezuela's acting president, stated that state corruption and mismanagement had left the electrical grid in chaos.
  • 2018 - Turkish military operation in afrin. the turkish-backed free syrian army retakes jindires, syria's afrin district from the kurdish ypg. according to the syrian observatory for human rights, the town has been extensively destroyed by turkish airstrikes.
  • 2017 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: march 2017 kabul attack: unidentified gunmen disguised as doctors attacked a kabul military hospital, killing at most 38 people and injuring many more. the attack was claimed by isil.

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What happened in 2012?

2012 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Arab Spring
  • The Arab Inter-parliamentary Union is an advisory body to Arab League and calls for the removal its monitors in Syria. They claim that they inadvertently help the government cover-up ongoing violence.
  • Syrian opposition groups claim that more than 5,800 people were killed in violence during 2011.

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What was the calendar for March 2012?

March 2012 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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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