Friday May 09, 2008: on this day

May 09, 2008 was the 130th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Friday.

Is May 09, 2008 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 09, 2008, who was born and died on May 09, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 09, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. Bleeding Love by Leona Lewis), movies (e.g. Changeling, directed by Clint Eastwood), TV series (e.g. Drive Thru New Zealand) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 9th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 09, 2008?


May 09, 2008 was a Friday and it was the 130th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 09, 2008 can also be written as 5/9/2008 in the US and as 9/5/2008 in UK and Europe.

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May 09, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 09, 2008:

  • Asif ali zardari, pakistan's main coalition leader, and nawaz sharif, meet in london for talks about the removal of judges from musharraf
  • Commander esteban robles espinosa, mexico city's investigative officer police force, was killed as he fled his home.
  • Cyclone nargis
  • A spokesman for the world food programme says that myanmar's refusal to give visas to relief experts is ampquotunprecedentedampquot in the history of humanitarian assistance.
  • Unrest in 2008 in lebanon
  • Hezbollah takes control of large areas of beirut, and a pro-government television station is taken off the air.
  • Condoleezza rice, secretary of state of the united states, accuses hezbollah supported by syria and iran as killing innocent civilians.
  • Crude oil prices hit a new high record of us$125.98 per barrel.
  • After supplies were seized by the state peace and development council, the world food programme suspended shipments to myanmar.
  • According to the world food programme, food deliveries will be resumed on saturday. however, it warns of more rain in myanmar next week. the united states was granted permission to send one c-130 hercules with relief aid on monday.
  • 2008 unrest in lebanon: hezbollah takes control of large parts of beirut, while a progovernment television station is taken off-air. (afp via news limited). condoleezza rice, secretary of state of the united states, accuses hezbollah backed syria and iran for killing "innocent civilians".
  • The united states military denied the capture of abu ayyub al-masri, leader of al-qaeda in iraq.
  • Ehud olmert, israeli prime minister, denies accepting bribes from moshe talansky.
  • Bbc is told by a zimbabwean policeman that war veteran militias will rig the presidential election.

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May 09, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 09, 2008:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $89.31
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $183.18
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $29.15
  • General Electric GE: opens at $32.45
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $124.37

Exchange Rates on May 09, 2008:

  • 1 USD = 102.85 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0049 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.041 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.9878 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 159.22 JPY

May 09, 2008: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • FC Brussels - Waregem : 1 - 2
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May 09, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 9th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 09, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 09, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on May 9th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 09, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on May 09, 2008 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 09, 2008 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 May 09, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 29% full, rising at 09:19 am and setting at 12:59 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 20, 2008 while the next full moon would come on May 20, 2008.

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Who was born on May 09, 2008?


Whose famous birthday is on May 9th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 9th:

  • Noah Centineo
    Noah Centineo

    Noah centineo is a popular tv actor known for his roles in teen romantic comedies and dramas.

  • Albert Finney
    Albert Finney

    Albert finney was a british actor known for his roles in films such as tom jones, erin brockovich, and murder on the orient express.

  • Rosario Dawson
    Rosario Dawson

    Rosario dawson is an american actress known for her roles in movies such as 'rent', 'sin city', and 'men in black ii'.

  • Billy Joel
    Billy Joel

    After 15 years of preparation, an american singer was inducted into the songwriters hall of fame.

  • John Corbett
    John Corbett

    John corbett is an american actor known for his roles in popular tv shows such as sex and the city and northern exposure.

  • Candice Bergen
    Candice Bergen

    American actress and model.

  • Pierre Desproges
    Pierre Desproges

    French humorist, well-known for his elaborate, eloquent, and, above all, vicious diatribes that criticize everything and everyone.

  • Kevin Peter Hall
    Kevin Peter Hall

    Actor harry & hendersons, dies from aids at age 35.

  • Glenda Jackson
    Glenda Jackson

    British actress, internationally recognized, who won the ny film classics award for 1971, an emmy in 1972 for "queen elizabeth", and oscars...

  • Joan Sims
    Joan Sims

    Actress (carry on behind carry on cleo).

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May 09, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years 11 months old,

or 191 months and 15 days old,

or 832 weeks and 5 days old,

or 5829 days old,

if you were born on May 09, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 09, 2008?

There are 15 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 9th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 09, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 09, 2008.

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May 09, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 09, 2008:

  • Pascal Sevran

    French television personality, not at all common.

  • Jack Gibson

    Australian rugby league player, coach, and sportscaster (d. 2008).

  • Nuala O'Faolain

    Irish journalist and producer (b. 1942).

  • Baptiste Manzini

    American football player (b. 1920).

  • Stefano Tumidei
  • Enzo Meniconi
  • Artur da Tavola
  • Shmuel Katz
  • Giorgio Basadonna
  • Ronald Parise
  • Sinan Sofuoğlu
  • Leyla Gencer
  • Mario Perosino

What famous deaths happened on May 9th?

Famous deaths on May 9th:

  • Lena Horne
    Lena Horne

    American actress and singer with depth and character.

  • Alice Faye
    Alice Faye

    American actress and singer (d. 1998).

  • Marion Lorne
    Marion Lorne

    Actress (aunt clara bewitched), dies in 1981.

  • Alan King
    Alan King

    American screenwriter and producer of actors (d. 2004).

  • Elizabeth Wilson
    Elizabeth Wilson

    American actress (d. 2015).

  • Joahan Christoph Friedrich von Schiller

    German poet, philosopher, and playwright known for his works such as William Tell.

  • Elliett Grant Watson

    Renowned biologist known for contributions to evolutionary theory.

  • Elizabth Neuffer

    Renowned journalist known for her coverage of war and conflict zones.

  • Niquita Burrell

    American singer known for her soulful voice and hit songs.

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May 09, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 09, 2008:

  • Russia and some other parts of the former Soviet Union ? Victory Day as the end of the "Great Patriotic War".
  • Our Lady of Flanders
  • Roman Empire ? Feast of the Lemures (See Larvae).
  • Jersey, Guernsey ? Liberation Day (commemorating the end of the German Occupation of the Channel Islands during World War II).
  • European Union ? Europe day, commemorating the "Schuman declaration".

Saints celebrated on May 09, 2008:

  • Saint Tudi
  • Saint Pachomius (died 346)
  • Saint Gerontius (died 501)
  • Saint Carolina
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May 09, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 09, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 5th and May 11th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 09, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 09, 2008 was Bleeding Love by Leona Lewis, according to the music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.

May 09, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 09, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 5th and May 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Bleeding Love youtube
  2. - Lollipop
  3. - No Air
  4. - 4 Minutes
  5. - Love In This Club

May 09, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 09, 2008 was Lollipop by Lil Wayne Featuring Static Major, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.

May 09, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 09, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 5th and May 11th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Lollipop
  2. - Touch My Body youtube
  3. - Love In This Club
  4. - The Way That I Love You
  5. - The Boss

May 09, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 09, 2008 was Te Quiero by Flex, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.

May 09, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 09, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 5th and May 11th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Te Quiero
  2. - Si No Te Hubieras Ido
  3. - Donde Estan Corazon
  4. - Gotas De Agua Dulce
  5. - Te Llore

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May 09, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 09, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Changeling

Changeling

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Clint Eastwood

Starring: Angelina Jolie, Colm Feore, Amy Ryan, Gattlin Griffith

Country: United States of America

The Great Debaters

The Great Debaters

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Denzel Washington

Starring: Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, Kimberly Elise, Nate Parker

Country: United States of America

Two Lovers

Two Lovers

Release year: 2008

Directed by: James Gray

Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Gwyneth Paltrow, Vinessa Shaw, Anne Joyce

Country: United States of America

Elegy

Elegy

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Isabel Coixet

Starring: Ben Kingsley, Penélope Cruz, Patricia Clarkson, Dennis Hopper

Country: United States of America

He's Just Not That Into You

He's Just Not That Into You

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Ken Kwapis

Starring: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connelly, Morgan Lily

Country: United States of America

May 09, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 09, 2008 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Drive Thru New Zealand

Drive Thru New Zealand

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Greg Browning

Cinemania

Cinemania

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Stephen Kijak

The Inbetweeners

The Inbetweeners

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Ben Palmer

Kung Fu Femmes

Kung Fu Femmes

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Tony Laudati

Teenage Kicks

Teenage Kicks

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Craig Boreham

May 09, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 09, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Are You There by Chelsea Handler

Are You There

By:

Chelsea Handler turns to vodka when she needs to clear her head. It seems reasonable when you consider that her boyfriend had an affair with someone else.

Unaccustomed Earth by Jhumpa Lahiri

Unaccustomed Earth

By:

These eight stories, by Jhumpa lahiri, are beloved and bestselling. They take us from Seattle and Cambridge to India and Thailand as they look into the secrets at their heart.

A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini

A Thousand Splendid Suns

By:

A Thousand Splendid suns, a story about love, family, friendship and faith that is driven by the same amazing instinct for storytelling that made The Kite Runner a classic, is a fascinating chronicle of 30 years of Afghan history. After

Santa Fe Dead by Stuart Woods

Santa Fe Dead

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OUR FAVORITE LEGAL EAGLE LIVES IN NEW MEXICO. Attorney Ed Eagle believes he is safe from his ex-wife black widow, who is currently in police custody.

Change of Heart by Jodi Picoult

Change of Heart

By:

This is the #1 New York Times bestseller. It tells the story of a mother's tragic death and one man's last chance to save herself. Are our beliefs always true? June Nealon was looking forward to years filled with laughter …

May 09, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 09, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

AssaultCube

AssaultCube

Platform: Microsoft Windows, OS X, GNU/Linux

Genre: First-person shooter

Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit

Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit

Platform: PlayStation 3 Xbox 360

Genre: fighting

Publisher: JP / EU Bandai; NA / AUS Atari

Boingz

Boingz

Platform: Wii (WiiWare)

Genre: Action

Publisher: RealNetworks

Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3

Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3

Platform: Windows, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, OS X

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Braid

Braid

Platform: Xbox 360; Microsoft Windows; OS X; Linux; PlayStation 3

Genre: Puzzle, platform

Publisher: Number None, Inc.; Microsoft Game Studios (X360)

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Who was the US President on May 09, 2008?

On May 09, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 09, 2008?

On May 09, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 09, 2008?

On May 09, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about May 9th?

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

  • 2019 - North korean missile testing: south korean military claims north korea launched an "unidentified" projectile into the sea. this marks the second north korean weapons test in one week.
  • 2018 - Terrorism and violence in indonesia: five officers were killed in a jakarta detention center for terrorists' revolt while a sixth was held hostage. negotiators agree to an audience with the rioters as well as aman abdurrahman (an inmate who heads isil in indonesia), according to a request.
  • 2017 - Syria-united states relations, turkey-united states relations: president donald trump approves an arms agreement with the syrian kurds to aid the syrian democratic forces against the islamic state of iraq (isil) despite opposition from turkey.

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What happened in 2008?

2008 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • The US$100 per barrel price for crude oil is the highest ever recorded.
  • The Democratic caucuses in Iowa, USA choose Barack Obama to be their presidential candidate on November 8. Hillary Clinton, the national front-runner, is third behind John Edwards. Mike Huckabee was chosen by the Republican caucuses over Mitt Romney.
  • Seldom seen snowfalls in southeast Florida, USA.

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What was the calendar for May 2008?

May 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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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