Friday February 12, 2016: on this day

February 12, 2016 was the 43rd day of the year 2016, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Friday.

Is February 12, 2016 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 12, 2016, who was born and died on February 12, 2016, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 12, 2016, which were the most popular songs (ex. Love Yourself by Justin Bieber), movies (e.g. Triple 9, directed by John Hillcoat), TV series (e.g. Kaleidoscope) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 12th, 2016 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 12, 2016?


February 12, 2016 was a Friday and it was the 43rd day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 12, 2016 can also be written as 2/12/2016 in the US and as 12/2/2016 in UK and Europe.

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February 12, 2016: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 12, 2016:

  • Conflict in northern mali: at least five united nations peacekeepers are killed and 30 more injured in an attack by suspected islamist militants against a minusma station in kidal, northern mali.
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  • As it was conducting airstrikes against the positions of the shura council of benghazi revolutionaries in the coastal city, a libyan air force mig-23 aircraft is shot down above benghazi. according to a tobruk-based military source, the pilot was able to parachut safely and was found safe. however, his whereabouts are not known.
  • Yemeni civil war (2015-2018): five police officers were killed in an attack at a aden police station.
  • An attack on an aden police station results in the deaths of at least five police officers.
  • Evgeny lebadev, owner of the independent newspaper in britain, announced that the paper will cease publishing print editions and only publish online from march 2016.
  • 2016 taiwan earthquake: the death count rises to 94, with 550 injured and at least 30 others missing. they are believed to be buried in tainan's apartment complex rubble.
  • The earthquake caused 94 deaths, 550 injuries and at least 30 additional deaths.
  • Michael brauer, university of british columbia, reports that air pollution is the fourth-leading cause of death and leading cause of premature death.
  • Syrian civil war: john kerry (the secretary of state of the united states) says that 17 ministers met in munich and agreed to a ceasefire within one week. humanitarian assistance will begin immediately.
  • East-west schism : pope francis meets patriarch kirill from moscow in havana (cuba). this is the first meeting between the heads of the russian orthodox church and the roman catholic church.
  • Pope francis meets with kirill of moscow, patriarch kirill. this is the first meeting between the heads of the russian orthodox church and the roman catholic church.
  • Residents in the kaesong region who have lost their water supply due to the discontinuance of electricity or water will be affected by this decision. about 60% of the 17,000 tons south korean water pumped north daily was received by the public.
  • China announced that it would support a united nations resolution calling on north korea to "pay the required price" for its recent rocket launch.
  • In response to north korea's latest rocket launch, the united states has deployed an additional patriot missile battery in south korea.
  • Pakistan has arrested 97 terrorist group members such as al-qaeda or lashkar-e-jhangvi. they were accused of plotting attacks, including one to free daniel pearl's killer.
  • Two people were killed at independence high school, glendale, arizona. although the campus remains under lockdown, there is no active shooter threat.
  • Following the alleged assault by egyptian police officers on two egyptian doctors at a cairo hospital, thousands of doctors are protesting against police impunity. since the enactment a law restricting demonstrations to police officers with prior approval, protests in cairo are very rare. a second protest is planned for february 20, across all hospitals.
  • Stuart robert, representing the liberal party of australia, is resigning as minister for veterans affairs and for human services. he was assistant minister for defence in 2014, but he broke ministerial standards.
  • South sudanese civil war. salva kiir, president of south sudan, appoints rebel leader riek makar as vice president to end a two-year civil war.
  • 2016 united states presidential election: jim gilmore suspends campaign for republican party nomination
  • Jim gilmore has ceased his campaign to be the republican party nominee.
  • After senator ted cruz's objection to the iran nuclear agreement (jcpoa), his long-standing hold on the nominations for ambassadors to norway, sweden and two state department officials was lifted by the senate, the senate confirmed the nominations.
  • Pope francis and patriarch kirill sign an ecumenical declaration in the first such meeting between leaders of the catholic and russian orthodox churches since their split in 1054.

February 12, 2016: What were the magazines covers that day?

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February 12, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on February 12, 2016:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $80.08
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $94.19
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $50.25
  • General Electric GE: opens at $27.57
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $119.26

Exchange Rates on February 12, 2016:

  • 1 USD = 0.8881 EUR
  • 1 USD = 113.236 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.6895 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.4057 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.385 CAD

February 12, 2016: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Carpi - Roma : 1 - 3

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Gent - Mouscron-Peruwelz : 2 - 0

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Mainz - Schalke 04 : 2 - 1

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Frankfurt FSV - Greuther Furth : 1 - 2
  • Paderborn - Kaiserslautern : 0 - 4
  • St Pauli - RB Leipzig : 1 - 0
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February 12, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 12th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 12, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 12, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on February 12th, 2016 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 12, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 12, 2016 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 12, 2016 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 February 12, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 26% full, rising at 09:18 am and setting at 10:26 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 24, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Feb 22, 2016.

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Who was born on February 12, 2016?


Whose famous birthday is on February 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 12th:

  • Josh Brolin
    Josh Brolin

    He is an american actor, well-known family member, and the dark and handsome child of jane agee and actor james brolin.

  • Christina Ricci
    Christina Ricci

    American actress who made her film debut with "mermaids" in 1990.

  • Lorne Greene
    Lorne Greene

    Lorne Greene was a Canadian actor known for his role as Ben Cartwright in the TV series Bonanza.

  • Darren Aronofsky
    Darren Aronofsky

    American screenwriter, director and producer of film.

  • Mike Posner
    Mike Posner

    Mike posner is a pop singer known for his hit songs 'cooler than me' and 'i took a pill in ibiza'.

  • Jesse Spencer
    Jesse Spencer

    Australian singer, actor and pin-up boy.

  • Arsenio Hall
    Arsenio Hall

    American comedian, hip black comedian with a stylish outfit.

  • Chynna Phillips
    Chynna Phillips

    American singer and well-known family.

  • Simon MacCorkindale
    Simon MacCorkindale

    British actor, screenwriter, and producer.

  • Michael Ironside
    Michael Ironside

    Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter.

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February 12, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 8 years 1 month old,

or 97 months and 7 days old,

or 422 weeks and 4 days old,

or 2958 days old,

if you were born on February 12, 2016.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 12, 2016?

There are 330 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday February 12th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 12, 2016?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on February 12, 2016.

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February 12, 2016: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 12, 2016:

  • Zi Wang

    Chinese-American physicist known for his work on the Manhattan Project.

  • Dominique D'Onofrio

    Italian-belgian footballer and coach (b. 1953).

  • Yannis Kalaitzis

    Greek cartoonist (b. 1945).

  • Yan Su

    Chinese general and composer (b. 1930).

  • Johnny Lattner
  • Bergljot Hobæk Haff
  • Eugenio Fantini
  • Henri Rey
  • Juan Carlos Godoy
  • Daniel Prévot

What famous deaths happened on February 12th?

Famous deaths on February 12th:

  • Robert Wagner
    Robert Wagner

    American actor best known for his role as jonathan hart on the 1979 tv series hart to hart.

  • Sal Mineo
    Sal Mineo

    American actor.

  • Screamin' Jay Hawkins
    Screamin' Jay Hawkins

    American musician (born 1929).

  • Sid Caesar
    Sid Caesar

    American comedian actor and writer.

  • Betty Garrett
    Betty Garrett

    American actress, who started her career in comedy with broadway musicals.

  • Kenneth Mars
    Kenneth Mars

    American actor and comedian (b. 1935).

  • Zina Bethune
    Zina Bethune

    American actress, dancer, and choreographer (b. 1945).

  • Gary Owens
    Gary Owens

    American radio host and voice actor (b. 1934).

  • Jean Renoir
    Jean Renoir

    Pierre auguste renoir, a french filmmaker and the son of the artist pierre auguste renoir.

  • Victor Jory
    Victor Jory

    Dawson city, canada -- actor (kings row, manhunt).

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February 12, 2016: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 12, 2016:

  • United States - Lincoln's Birthday (traditionally).
  • Red Hand Day
  • Darwin Day.
  • National Freedom to Marry Day (unofficial).
  • Georgia Day in the U.S. state of Georgia.

Observances on February 12, 2016:

  • International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism as and when Conducive to Terrorism

Saints celebrated on February 12, 2016:

  • Saint Alexis of Moscow
  • Saint Benedict of Aniane
  • Saint Damian of Alexandria
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February 12, 2016: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 12, 2016 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 8th and February 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 12, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 12, 2016 was Love Yourself by Justin Bieber, according to the music chart for the week February 8th and February 14th.

February 12, 2016: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 12, 2016 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 8th and February 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Love Yourself
  2. - Sorry
  3. - Stressed Out
  4. - Hello
  5. - My House

February 12, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 12, 2016 was Work by Rihanna Featuring Drake, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 8th and February 14th.

February 12, 2016: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 12, 2016 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 8th and February 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Work
  2. - Here
  3. - Me, Myself & I
  4. - In The Night
  5. - Hotline Bling

February 12, 2016: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on February 12, 2016 was Ginza by J Balvin, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 8th and February 14th.

February 12, 2016: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on February 12, 2016 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 8th and February 14th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Ginza
  2. - Solo Con Verte
  3. - El Perdon
  4. - Hasta El Amanecer
  5. - Encantadora

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February 12, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 12, 2016 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Triple 9

Triple 9

Release year: 2016

Directed by: John Hillcoat

Starring: Casey Affleck, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Anthony Mackie, Aaron Paul

Country: United States of America

Maggie's Plan

Maggie's Plan

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Rebecca Miller

Starring: Greta Gerwig, Ethan Hawke, Julianne Moore, Maya Rudolph

Country: United States of America

The Vatican Tapes

The Vatican Tapes

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Mark Neveldine

Starring: Olivia Taylor Dudley, Michael Peña, Dougray Scott, Djimon Hounsou

Country: United States of America

In Dubious Battle

In Dubious Battle

Release year: 2016

Directed by: James Franco

Starring: James Franco, Selena Gomez, Robert Duvall, Vincent D'onofrio, Bryan Cranston, Sam Shepard, Danny McBride, Ed Harris, John Savage, Analeigh Tipton, Ashley Greene, Zach Braff

Country: United States of America

Monster Trucks

Monster Trucks

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Chris Wedge

Starring: Lucas Till, Jane Levy, Barry Pepper, Rob Lowe, Danny Glover, Amy Ryan

Country: United States of America

February 12, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 12, 2016 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Kaleidoscope

Kaleidoscope

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Rupert Jones

Born This Way

Born This Way

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Shaun Kadlec

Zak Storm

Zak Storm

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

Stuck in the Middle

Stuck in the Middle

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

February 12, 2016: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 12, 2016 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Breakdown by Jonathan Kellerman

Breakdown

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * Jonathan Kellerman is widely regarded as the master of psychological suspense and his blockbuster thriller with Alex Delaware and Milo Sturgis demonstrates that he is today's foremost practitioner of saber sharp storytelling.

The 5th Wave by Rick Yancey

The 5th Wave

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Cassie must rescue her brother from a dystopian world that has been ravaged by aliens. This is the first part of a trilogy.

When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi

When Breath Becomes Air

By:

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * PULITZER PRIZE FINALIST NAMED ONE THE BEST BOOKS IN THE YEAR BY The New York Times Book Review * People* * NPR* The Washington Post * Slate* Harper's Bazaar* Esquire* Time Out New York …

Me Before You by Jojo Moyes

Me Before You

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Jojo's new novel, Still Me, featuring Louisa Clark, Me Before You and After You is coming soon! They shared nothing until they fell in love.

January: Calendar Girl Book 1 by Audrey Carlan

January: Calendar Girl Book 1

By:

Audrey Carlan's Calendar Girl series is fun, flirty, and unbelievably cute. You will fall in love with Audrey Carlan over and over again, and be eager for the next installment. Meredith Wild is the #1 NYT Bestselling Author of Hacker …

February 12, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 12, 2016 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Lego Worlds

Lego Worlds

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Sandbox

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Platform: Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; OS X; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment; Feral Interactive (OS X)

Total War: Warhammer

Total War: Warhammer

Platform: Microsoft Windows OS X Linux

Genre: Turn-based strategy, real-time tactics

Publisher: Sega

Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Platform: Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

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Who was the US President on February 12, 2016?

On February 12, 2016 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 12, 2016?

On February 12, 2016 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 12, 2016?

On February 12, 2016 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about February 12th?

February 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th day of the month of February. 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 February 12th, such as:

  • 2019 - A jamaat-ul-ahrar faction shoots four police officers from pakistan. three more officers are also injured.
  • 2018 - Drone strikes in pakistan: tehrik-i-taliban pakistan confirms that its deputy leader khalid mehsud was killed in a u.s.-led drone strike in north waziristan. it is located near the border to afghanistan.
  • 2017 - Yemeni civil war (2015)-present, saudi arabian-led intervention in yemen: a helicopter of the saudi-led coalition bombs an aircraft outside aden international airport. at least three yemeni soldiers were injured.

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What happened in 2016?

2016 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A shooting occurs at a Tel Aviv pub, Israel. It leaves two people dead and eight others injured. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • Two people are killed and eight others injured in a shooting at a Tel Aviv pub. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • A 28-foot tall new statue of Jesus, called "Jesus de Greatest", was unveiled at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Abajah village in Nigeria's Imo state. It is the largest known African Jesus statue.

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What was the calendar for February 2016?

February 2016 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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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