Thursday December 09, 2010: on this day

December 09, 2010 was the 343rd day of the year 2010, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is December 09, 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 December 09, 2010, who was born and died on December 09, 2010, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 09, 2010, which were the most popular songs (ex. Raise Your Glass by P!nk), movies (e.g. Avatar, directed by James Cameron), TV series (e.g. Glory Daze) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 9th, 2010 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 09, 2010?


December 09, 2010 was a Thursday and it was the 343rd day of the year 2010 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 09, 2010 can also be written as 12/9/2010 in the US and as 9/12/2010 in UK and Europe.

December 09, 2010 in December 2010 calendar

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December 09, 2010: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 09, 2010:

  • Dame helen mirren criticised hollywood filmmakers for "worshipping at the altar of an 18- to-25-year-old male's penis and penis" during a beverly hills award ceremony.
  • Governor of florida charlie crist posthumously pardons jim morrison for indecent exposure.
  • On the 50th anniversary of coronation street, a live hour-long episode of coronation street will be broadcast.
  • Calisto tanzi was the founder and former chief executive at multinational food corporation parmalat. he is now sentenced to 18 year imprisonment for fraud. (bbc),
  • Ireland's long-term unemployment is on the rise.
  • After a series shark attacks, a stretch of beach in sharm el-sheikh (egypt) is re-opened.
  • Floods in south america: panama is hit with its worst ever rainfalls. the panama canal was closed for the first time since the storm. the region is affected by flooding and thousands of people die, including in colombia, venezuela, and other countries.
  • Queanbeyan, australia's capital, is being evacuated by steve whan (new south wales minister for emergency services), who declared it a natural disaster zone due to flooding.
  • Following the disputed presidential election, the african union suspends cote d'ivoire.
  • India will complain to the united states following the arrest of meera shankar, india's ambassador, at a security checkpoint and being questioned at an airport.
  • United states diplomatic cables leak:
  • New cables reveal that u.s. surveillance of chinese ties to africa is ongoing. this confirms the american belief in china as an aggressive, pernicious and morally corrupt economic rival.
  • Relations between australia and the united states:
  • Australian sports minister mark arbib has been named as a confidential source by the u.s. embassy, passing on information about the australian government. the embassy was also contacted by michael danby, melbourne ports mp, and bob mcmullan, former mp.
  • According to reports, u.s. diplomats observed julia gillard's rise in detail and gave her praises for her labor left allegiances. they also expressed their confidence that she would become prime minister. this was 8 months before kevin rudd was deposed.
  • Reactions from the international media to the diplomatic cables
  • European media voice disapproval at the ferocious u.s. reaction to the release cables.
  • 2010 nobel peace prize
  • China blocks international news sites access ahead of liu xiaobo's ceremony on friday.
  • China presents its "confucius peace award" to lien chan, the former vice president of taiwan, but he declined to accept it. he also stated that he did not know anything about the award.
  • Colombia, ukraine, and the philippines initially declined invitations to the ceremony. however, they have reversed their decision.
  • Transparency international's report suggests that corruption has increased over the last three years.
  • Julian assange is being held in detention
  • People holding julian assange masks gathered in brisbane, australia to protest his arrest by british police. john pilger read a message of support.
  • Assange's mother, and son are concerned that assange will not be given a fair trial. his mother claims that he came forward free of will, but they have placed him in the ring with both his hands behind his backampquot.
  • Haiti's popular protests force a recount of the disputed presidential election result.
  • Crowds gather in juba, south sudan's capital, to commemorate one month before the independence referendum.
  • Protests in london
  • The houses of parliament are under siege ahead of the vote.
  • With a majority vote of 21, the coalition government approves legislation that will raise tuition fees for university students to ps9,000.
  • It is being driven towards the london palladium to perform, when a car in which prince charles and camilla duchess cornwall are contained is reportedly attacked.
  • South korea reports its first two cases of the superbug new delhi metallo-beta-lactamase.
  • Wikileaks supporters continue to launch more and more severe denial-of service attacks against companies that have blacklisted wikileaks.
  • Recent cables reveal that royal dutch shell, an oil giant, had "access to all" within "all relevant ministries" in nigeria.
  • Cables recently released reveal that u.s. surveillance of chinese ties to africa is ongoing. this is in addition to the belief by the americans that china is a "very aggressive and pernicious competitor with no morals" when it comes to dealings with africans.
  • Arbib warned america about the possibility of kevin rudd being challenged as prime ministership. this warning was made as early as last year.
  • Gillard reaffirms her opposition to wikileaks.
  • The diplomatic cables were released by the united states. (the new york times). pakistani media release fake wikileaks cables that attack india.
  • Pakistani media release fake wikileaks cables that attack india.
  • China blocks international news sites access ahead of liu xiaobo's ceremony on friday. (bbc). china issues the "confucius peace award" to lien chan, the former vice president of taiwan, but he refused to accept it and said he didn't know anything about it. (malaysia star), (taipei times), (hindustan times). the decision to rescind the invitations from the philippines, ukraine, and colombia, which they initially refused, has been reversed.
  • According to reports, the two swedish women who accused julian assange, wikileaks spokesperson, of "sex crimes," boasted about their "conquest" over him before calling police.
  • The hague's national high-tech crime unit arrested a 16-year old male for allegedly disrupting paypal and mastercard websites. both companies had previously stopped making donations to wikileaks.
  • Eric holder, the u.s. attorney general, announces that wikileaks has been disrupted by incidents in his country's justice system.
  • As mps vote to triple tuition fees at universities, thousands of students in britain demonstrate.
  • Simon hughes, deputy leader of liberal democrats, vows to "definitely abstain" from the government and may even oppose it. mike crockart resigns.

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December 09, 2010: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on December 09, 2010:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $72.05
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $322.13
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $27.28
  • General Electric GE: opens at $17.21
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $145.94

Exchange Rates on December 09, 2010:

  • 1 USD = 83.72 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0103 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.9833 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.6559 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 110.83 JPY
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December 09, 2010: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 9th is Sagittarius.

Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 09, 2010: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 09, 2010 is Tiger and the associated element is Metal.

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December 09, 2010: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

27%

The moon phase on December 09, 2010 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 09, 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 December 09, 2010 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 27% full, rising at 10:04 am and setting at 09:32 pm.

The previous full moon was on Nov 21, 2010 while the next full moon would come on Dec 21, 2010.

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Who was born on December 09, 2010?


Whose famous birthday is on December 9th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 9th:

  • John Malkovich
    John Malkovich

    American actor.

  • Felicity Huffman
    Felicity Huffman

    Felicity Huffman is an American actress and producer, best known for her role as Lynette Scavo on the television series Desperate...

  • Kirk Douglas
    Kirk Douglas

    American actor.

  • Judi Dench
    Judi Dench

    British actress, who won a best supporting actress oscar as well as a tony award for her title role in "iris.

  • Jesse Metcalfe
    Jesse Metcalfe

    American actor and musician.

  • Michael Nouri
    Michael Nouri

    American actor 6'3" and handsome, he appeared in "search for tomorrow" in 1976.

  • Simon Helberg
    Simon Helberg

    American actor known for his role as Howard Wolowitz in 'The Big Bang Theory'.

  • Dia Mirza
    Dia Mirza

    Indian model actress and producer.

  • Redd Foxx
    Redd Foxx

    American comedian and actor.

  • Beau Bridges
    Beau Bridges

    American actor, born lloyd bridges to a prominent family.

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December 09, 2010: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 13 years 3 months old,

or 159 months and 20 days old,

or 694 weeks and 1 day old,

or 4859 days old,

if you were born on December 09, 2010.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 09, 2010?

There are 255 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday December 9th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 09, 2010?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 09, 2010.

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December 09, 2010: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 09, 2010:

  • James Moody

    American saxophonist, flute player, and composer (b. 1925).

  • Dov Shilansky

    Lithuanian-israeli lawyer and politician, 10th speaker of the knesset (b. 1924).

  • John du Pont

    American du pont family member and convicted murderer (born in 1938).

  • Chuck Jordan
  • John Eleuthère du Pont
  • Boris Tiščenko
  • Rodolfo Ayup
  • Bruna Dradi
  • Fausto Sarli
  • Alexander Kerst
  • Thorvald Strömberg

What famous deaths happened on December 9th?

Famous deaths on December 9th:

  • Eleanor Parker
    Eleanor Parker

    American actress, whose beauty was first discovered by a talent scout at pasadena's playhouse.

  • Gene Barry
    Gene Barry

    American actor (d. 2009).

  • Laird Cregar
    Laird Cregar

    Talented actor known for his roles in classic films such as 'The Lodger' and 'Hangover Square.

  • Archie Moore
    Archie Moore

    American boxer and actor (b. 1913).

  • Mico Palanca

    Talented actor known for his roles in Filipino films and television shows.

  • Indalecio Allende

    Chilean socialist politician and President of Chile.

  • Yeny Rivera

    Renowned poet known for her emotionally charged verses.

  • Marri Chenna Reddy

    Indian politician who served as Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh.

  • Sebastyan Cabot

    Italian explorer who sailed with John Cabot and explored parts of North America.

  • Rose Payne

    Pioneering astronomer who discovered the composition of stars.

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December 09, 2010: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 09, 2010:

  • Anti-Corruption Day [1]
  • Calendar of saints: Saint Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin : optional memorial
  • Peter Fourier, founder of the Congregation of Notre Dame
  • Also see December 9 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics); specifically the conception of Saint Anne
  • Scandinavia (specifically Sweden): Anna's Day. Recognizes everyone named Anna, and marks the day to start the preparation process of the lutefisk to be consumed on Christmas Eve.
  • Tanzania - Independence Day (of Tanganyika from Britain, 1961)

Observances on December 09, 2010:

  • International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime
  • International Anti-Corruption Day
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December 09, 2010: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 09, 2010 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 6th and December 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 09, 2010: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 09, 2010 was Raise Your Glass by P!nk, according to the music chart for the week December 6th and December 12th.

December 09, 2010: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 09, 2010 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 6th and December 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Raise Your Glass
  2. - Firework youtube
  3. - Only Girl (In The World)
  4. - Just The Way You Are
  5. - What's My Name?

December 09, 2010: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 09, 2010 was Can't Be Friends by Trey Songz, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 6th and December 12th.

December 09, 2010: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 09, 2010 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 6th and December 12th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Can't Be Friends
  2. - No Hands
  3. - Aston Martin Music
  4. - Deuces
  5. - Whip My Hair

December 09, 2010: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 09, 2010 was Danza Kuduro by Don Omar & Lucenzo, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 6th and December 12th.

December 09, 2010: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 09, 2010 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 6th and December 12th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Danza Kuduro
  2. - Loca
  3. - Nina De Mi Corazon
  4. - Bon, Bon
  5. - Corazon Sin Cara

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December 09, 2010: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 09, 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

True Grit

True Grit

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen

Starring: Jeff Bridges, Matt Damon, Hailee Steinfeld, Josh Brolin

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

December 09, 2010: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 09, 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:

Glory Daze

Glory Daze

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Ramon Fernandez

Backwash

Backwash

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Danny Leiner

Edwardian Farm

Edwardian Farm

Release year: 2010

Starring: Peter Ginn, Ruth Goodman, Alex Langlands

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

In Between Men

In Between Men

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Jennifer Gelfer

Eva Luna

Eva Luna

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Adriana Barraza

December 09, 2010: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 09, 2010 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Confession by John Grisham

The Confession

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFirst edition in paperback. An innocent man is about be executed. Only a guilty man can save it. Travis Boyette raped and strangled a high school cheerleader in Sloan, East Texas, 1998.

The Help by Kathryn Stockett

The Help

By:

Aibileen, a black maid from 1962 Jackson, Mississippi is now unable to keep her bitterness in check. Minny, her friend, has never been able to keep her mouth shut. But now she must keep secrets about her employer which leave …

Decoded by Jay-Z

Decoded

By:

The expanded paperback edition is a bestselling New York Times bestseller that includes 16 pages of new material and 3 new songs.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth by Jeff Kinne

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth

By:

Youth: Greg learns how to manage boy-girl parties.

Hell'S Corner by David Baldacci

Hell'S Corner

By:

Oliver Stone and The Camel Club are back in David Baldacci's #1 Bestseller. A devastating attack on the heart power.

December 09, 2010: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 09, 2010 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Arcania: Gothic 4

Arcania: Gothic 4

Platform: Microsoft Windows Xbox 360 PlayStation 3 PlayStation 4

Genre: Action role-playing

Publisher: JoWooD Entertainment Nordic Games GmbH

Angry Birds Seasons

Angry Birds Seasons

Platform: iOS, Android, Symbian, webOS, Microsoft Windows, OS X, Windows Phone, BlackBerry 10, BlackBerry Tablet OS

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Rovio Entertainment

Cut the Rope

Cut the Rope

Platform: iOS Android Windows Phone Leap Motion BlackBerry 10 Symbian BlackBerry PlayBook[1] DSiWare Mac OS X Browser[2][3] Windows BlackBerry Nintendo 3DS (Nintendo eShop) Chrome OS[4] Firefox OS Nook

Genre: Puzzle logic

Publisher: Chillingo (original Cut the Rope only), Activision (Cut the Rope: Triple Treat)

Captain Tsubasa: Gekito no Kiseki Captain Tsubasa: New Kick Off

Captain Tsubasa: Gekito no Kiseki Captain Tsubasa: New Kick Off

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Sports (soccer)

Publisher: Konami

Digimon Story Lost Evolution

Digimon Story Lost Evolution

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Role-playing, simulation

Publisher: Bandai Namco Games

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Who was the US President on December 09, 2010?

On December 09, 2010 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 09, 2010?

On December 09, 2010 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 09, 2010?

On December 09, 2010 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about December 9th?

December 9th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 9th day of the month of December. 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 December 9th, such as:

  • 2018 - After a fire broke out in an apartment in reggio emilia in italy, two people were killed and 38 more were hospitalized.
  • 2017 - United states recognizes jerusalem as israel's capital: protests in gaza and west bank for the third consecutive day.
  • 2016 - Syria civil war: battle of aleppo and aleppo offensive (november-16, 2016): russia will continue talks with the united states on aleppo following talks between u.s secretary of state john kerry & foreign minister sergey lavrov.

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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 December 2010?

December 2010 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.

Discover how December 2010 calendar looked like.

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