What happened on Monday June 12, 2006?

Here's what happened on June 12, 2006:

• North Korea's Missile Test Threat U.S. officials reported that North Korea was planning to test the Taepodong-2 intercontinental ballistic missile, which potentially could reach the United States. This development raised significant international security concerns about North Korea's missile capabilities.
• Fatah Activists Attack Palestinian Parliament Fatah activists launched a violent attack on the Palestinian parliament building, setting fire to the fourth floor and damaging the structure with gunfire. This incident underscored the internal political tensions within Palestinian political factions.
• Albania's EU Integration Step Albania signed the Stabilization and Association Agreement with the European Union, marking a crucial milestone in its path towards potential EU membership. This diplomatic agreement represents a significant diplomatic and political advancement for the Balkan nation.
• Death of György Ligeti, Hungarian Composer György Ligeti, a renowned Hungarian composer known for his innovative and avant-garde musical compositions, passed away. Ligeti was a significant figure in 20th-century classical music, famous for his complex and unique sound landscapes.
• Tropical Storm Alberto Threatens Florida Tropical Storm Alberto posed a significant threat to Florida's Northwest coast. Governor Jeb Bush declared a state of emergency and mandated evacuations for low-lying areas to protect residents from potential storm damage.
• Auckland Blackout Disrupts New Zealand A severe storm caused a widespread blackout in Auckland, New Zealand, lasting several hours. The incident was reminiscent of the 1998 Auckland power crisis, highlighting the region's vulnerability to extreme weather events.
• Deadly Israeli Train Collision A tragic train collision near Netanya, Israel, resulted in five fatalities and approximately 80 injuries. The accident occurred on a level crossing between Tel Aviv and Haifa, drawing comparisons to a similar incident nine days prior.

Events in 2006

June 12, 2006: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Jun. 12, 2006

June 12, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on June 12, 2006:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $59.05
• Apple AAPL: opens at $58.83
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $21.95
• General Electric GE: opens at $34.13
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $77.68

Exchange Rates on June 12, 2006:

• 1 USD = 114.42 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.1001 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.2342 CHF
• 1 USD = 8.015 CNY
• 1 EUR = 143.93 JPY

June 12, 2006 was a Monday and it was the 163rd day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 12, 2006 can also be written as 6/12/2006 in the US and as 12/6/2006 in UK and Europe.

June 12, 2006 in June 2006 calendar

Famous people died on June 12, 2006:

• Gyorgy Ligeti

  Renowned Hungarian composer of contemporary classical music, known for his innovative and avant-garde compositional techniques that...

• Kenneth Thomson

  Canadian businessman and art collector who served as the 2nd Baron Thomson.

• Nicky Barr

  Australian World War II fighter pilot and rugby player who served with distinction in the Royal Australian Air Force and played rugby at a...

• Dennis Shepherd
• Giorgio Messori
• Rasmus Green

Famous people who died in 2006

Famous people who died on June 12th

June 12, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 12, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira, according to the music chart for the week June 12th and June 18th.

1. Shakira - Hips Don't Lie
2. Chamillionaire - Ridin'
3. Nelly Furtado - Promiscuous
4. Yung Joc - It's Goin' Down
5. Daniel Powter - Bad Day

June 12, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 12, 2006 was I Wish I Was A Punk Rocker (With Flowers In My Hair) by Sandi Thom, according to the music chart for the week June 12th and June 18th.

1. Sandi Thom - I Wish I Was A Punk Rocker (With Flowers In My Hair)
2. Nelly Furtado - Maneater
3. Infernal - From Paris To Berlin
4. Gnarls Barkley - Crazy
5. Pink - Who Knew

June 12, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 12, 2006 was It's Goin' Down by Yung Joc, according to the music chart for the week June 12th and June 18th.

1. Yung Joc - It's Goin' Down
2. Mary J. Blige Featuring Brook-Lyn - Enough Cryin
3. LeToya - Torn
4. Lil Jon Featuring E-40 & Sean Paul Of The YoungBloodZ - Snap Yo Fingers
5. Jamie Foxx Featuring Twista - DJ Play A Love Song

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 12th is Gemini.

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June 12, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 12, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 12, 2006 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 12, 2006 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 June 12, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 09:01 pm and setting at 06:46 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 11, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Jul 11, 2006.

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Your place in the Universe on June 12, 2006

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Someone born on June 12, 2006 is:

18 years 11 months old,

or 227 months and 2 days old,

or 987 weeks and 2 days old,

or 6911 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 12, 2006?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on June 12, 2006.

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