Thursday March 12, 2009: on this day

About March 12th, 2009, in brief:

  • Historical events: Roche Holding, a Swiss drugmaker, announces that it will purchase the remaining 44 per cent of Genentech stock in America for US$46.8billion.
  • Day of the week: March 12th, 2009 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Barbara Feldon, Jaimie Alexander
  • Moon Phase: Full Moon
  • #1 US song: Right Round by Flo Rida
  • Popular movie: Slumdog Millionaire directed by Danny Boyle, Loveleen Tandan

More about March 12th, 2009? See below for more news and curiosities on March 12th, 2009.

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What day of the week was March 12, 2009?


March 12, 2009 was a Thursday and it was the 71st day of the year 2009 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 12, 2009 can also be written as 3/12/2009 in the US and as 12/3/2009 in UK and Europe.

March 12, 2009 in March 2009 calendar

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March 12, 2009: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 12, 2009:

  • Roche holding, a swiss drugmaker, announces that it will purchase the remaining 44 per cent of genentech stock in america for us$46.8billion.
  • Bernard madoff, former chairman of nasdaq's stock market, pleads guilty on 11 counts to running a ponzi scheme that cost us$171 billion, which was the largest investment fraud in wall street history.
  • China's retail sales increased by 15.2% in 2009.
  • Muntadhar al-zaidi, a journalist from iraq, is sentenced for throwing shoes at president george w. bush.
  • National semiconductor will eliminate 1,725 jobs.
  • Pope benedict xvi admits his mistakes in rescinding bishop richard williamson’s excommunication for holocaust denial.
  • Zimbabwe frees roy bennett, deputy agriculture minister-designate, from government custody
  • As space debris passes, astronauts aboard the international space station evacuate briefly to a russian escape pod.
  • Cougar helicopters flight 491, a cougar helicopters helicopter, crashes into the atlantic ocean, near st. john's (newfoundland and labrador), canada. one person was killed, and 16 others are still missing.
  • At least 12 people were killed by missiles fired from an american drone aircraft in pakistan's kurram valley.
  • American businessman bernard madoff pleads guilty 11 charges relating to his ponzi scheme worth us$65 billion.
  • Financier bernie madoff pleads guilty to one of the largest frauds in wall street's history.

March 12, 2009: What were the magazines covers that day?

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March 12, 2009: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on March 12, 2009:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $66.01
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $92.97
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $17.01
  • General Electric GE: opens at $8.73
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $88.59

Exchange Rates on March 12, 2009:

  • 1 USD = 97.6 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.2775 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.1858 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.838 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 126.0 JPY
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March 12, 2009: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 12th 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 12, 2009: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Ox chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 12, 2009 is Ox and the associated element is Earth.

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March 12, 2009: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 12, 2009 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 12, 2009 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 12, 2009 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 09:08 pm and setting at 08:00 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 11, 2009 while the next full moon would come on Apr 09, 2009.

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Who was born on March 12, 2009?


Whose famous birthday is on March 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 12th:

  • Barbara Feldon
    Barbara Feldon

    Barbara feldon is an american actress and model best known for her role as agent 99 in the television series get smart.

  • Jaimie Alexander
    Jaimie Alexander

    Jaimie alexander is an american actress known for her role as lady sif in the marvel cinematic universe.

  • Courtney B. Vance
    Courtney B. Vance

    Courtney b. vance is an american actor known for his roles in movies and tv shows such as the people v. o.j.

  • Ron Jeremy
    Ron Jeremy

    American entertainer, most famous as a porn star.

  • Al Jarreau
    Al Jarreau

    American jazz singer.

  • Jessie Matthews
    Jessie Matthews

    Jessie matthews was a british actress and singer known for her performances in musical films and stage productions during the 1920s and...

  • Marlon Jackson
    Marlon Jackson

    American musician and singer (the jackson 5).

  • Gordon MacRae
    Gordon MacRae

    American singer and actor, who was a well-known musical comedy star in the 1950s.

  • Jason Beghe
    Jason Beghe

    American actor and critic.

  • Googie Withers
    Googie Withers

    Karachi, india -- actress (1 our aircraft is lost).

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March 12, 2009: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years 1 month old,

or 181 months and 26 days old,

or 790 weeks and 6 days old,

or 5536 days old,

if you were born on March 12, 2009.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 12, 2009?

There are 308 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday March 12th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 12, 2009?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on March 12, 2009.

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March 12, 2009: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 12, 2009:

  • Ascension Lazo

    Renowned Mexican painter known for her vibrant and expressive works.

  • Gayna Millican

    Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Edras Miguel

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical works.

  • Demitris Tsafendas

    Accomplished sprinter who set multiple records in his career.

  • Markas Valeika

    Lithuanian poet and translator.

  • Blanca Varela

    Renowned Peruvian poet known for her surrealist and avant-garde style.

  • Leopold Mayer

    Pioneer in computer science and artificial intelligence.

  • Michele Provinciali
  • John Foster
  • Leonore Annenberg
  • Ziaeddin Shademan
  • Georges Moret
  • Pierre Bourgeade
  • Yann Brekilien

What famous deaths happened on March 12th?

Famous deaths on March 12th:

  • John Cazale
    John Cazale

    Actor (dog day afternoon, deer hunter), dies at 41.

  • Lynne Thigpen
    Lynne Thigpen

    Talented American actress known for her roles in various films and television shows.

  • Belinda Lee
    Belinda Lee

    An english actress who is often portrayed as a "sexy blonde" in supporting roles in benny hill's film "who done it?" (1956).

  • Maurice Evans
    Maurice Evans

    English screenwriter and producer of actors (d. 1989).

  • Josephine Hull
    Josephine Hull

    American actress and director (d.57).

  • Terry Pratchett

    Terry Pratchett was a renowned British author known for his Discworld fantasy series.

  • Charlie Parker

    An American jazz saxophonist and composer, considered one of the greatest and most influential figures in the history of jazz.

  • George Westinghouse

    American inventor, entrepreneur and manufacturing genius.

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March 12, 2009: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 12, 2009:

  • Ancient Latvia - Gregoru Diena observed.
  • Flag Day in Venezuela.
  • "National Day" of the Republic of Jamtland
  • Sweden - Namesday of Crown Princess Victoria, an Official Flag Day.
  • Mauritius - National Day.
  • St. Justina
  • St. Jozefina
  • Roman Catholic Church - Feast day of: St. Theophanes the Confessor
  • Arbor Day in China.
  • St. Maximilian
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March 12, 2009: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 12, 2009 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 9th and March 15th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 12, 2009: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 12, 2009 was Right Round by Flo Rida, according to the music chart for the week March 9th and March 15th.

March 12, 2009: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 12, 2009 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 9th and March 15th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Right Round youtube
  2. - Dead And Gone
  3. - Poker Face
  4. - Kiss Me Thru The Phone
  5. - Gives You Hell

March 12, 2009: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 12, 2009 was Blame It by Jamie Foxx Featuring T-Pain, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 9th and March 15th.

March 12, 2009: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 12, 2009 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 9th and March 15th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Blame It
  2. - Turnin Me On
  3. - Diva
  4. - Rockin' That Thang
  5. - Mad

March 12, 2009: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on March 12, 2009 was Te Presumo by Banda El Recodo de Cruz Lizarraga, according to the Latin music chart for the week March 9th and March 15th.

March 12, 2009: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on March 12, 2009 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week March 9th and March 15th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Te Presumo
  2. - El Ultimo Beso
  3. - Espero
  4. - No Me Doy Por Vencido
  5. - Por Un Segundo

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March 12, 2009: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 12, 2009 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Slumdog Millionaire

Slumdog Millionaire

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Danny Boyle, Loveleen Tandan

Starring: Dev Patel, Freida Pinto, Saurabh Shukla, Anil Kapoor

Country: United States of America

Ten Inch Hero

Ten Inch Hero

Release year: 2009

Directed by: David Mackay

Starring: Elisabeth Harnois, Clea DuVall, Sean Patrick Flanery, Jensen Ackles

Country: United States of America

City Island

City Island

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Raymond De Felitta

Starring: Andy Garcia, Julianna Margulies, Steven Strait, Emily Mortimer

Country: United States of America

P.S. I Love You

P.S. I Love You

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Richard LaGravenese

Starring: Hilary Swank, Gerard Butler, Harry Connick Jr., Lisa Kudrow

Country: United States of America

The Wackness

The Wackness

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Jonathan Levine

Starring: Josh Peck, Ben Kingsley, Olivia Thirlby, Famke Janssen

Country: United States of America

March 12, 2009: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 12, 2009 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Diplomatic Immunity

Diplomatic Immunity

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Peter Maris

Trust Me

Trust Me

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Andrew Kazamia

Push

Push

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Paul McGuigan

The Shift

The Shift

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Lee Cipolla

Crooked House

Crooked House

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Gilles Paquet-Brenner

March 12, 2009: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 12, 2009 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Breaking Dawn by Stephenie Meyer

Breaking Dawn

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It was impossible to love the person who was killing your heart. What could you do? How could you flee, or fight when it would cause pain to your loved one? You could give your entire life if you were …

Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer

Eclipse

By:

The paperback edition Eclipse is the third installment in Stephenie Meyer’s captivating vampire romance saga. Twilight and New Moon have captivated readers. Bella is once more in danger as Seattle is devastated by mysterious killings. A malicious vampire continues her …

Promises In Death by J. D. Robb

Promises In Death

By:

J. D. Robb takes you to New York City in 2060, where Lieutenant Eve Dallas confronts a murderous cop.

The Associate by John Grisham

The Associate

By:

Kyle McAvoy is a brilliant lawyer. He is charming, friendly and has a bright future. However, he also harbors a dark secret which could endanger his career, and even his life.

Bone Crossed by Patricia Briggs

Bone Crossed

By:

Check out our feature on Patricia Briggs’s Bone Crossed. Shapeshifter Mercy Thompson topped the bestsellers list with Iron Kissed...

March 12, 2009: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 12, 2009 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Bionic Heart

Bionic Heart

Platform: Android, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linux

Genre: Visual Novel

Publisher: Winter Wolves

Calling

Calling

Platform: Wii

Genre: Survival horror

Publisher: JP Hudson Soft; NA Hudson Soft; EU Konami

2XL Fleet Defense

2XL Fleet Defense

Platform: iOS

Cuboid

Cuboid

Platform: PlayStation 3, iOS

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: TikGames, Creat Studios, I-Free

Star Wars: The Clone Wars Republic Heroes

Star Wars: The Clone Wars Republic Heroes

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii, PlayStation Portable, PlayStation 2 (United States only), Nintendo DS

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: LucasArts

history

Who was the US President on March 12, 2009?

On March 12, 2009 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 12, 2009?

On March 12, 2009 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on March 12, 2009?

On March 12, 2009 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about March 12th?

March 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th 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 12th, such as:

  • 2019 - Boeing 737 max 8 grounded: all boeing 737 max 8 aircraft were grounded by the european union, india, malaysia and singapore. with 40% of the global fleet now grounded, indonesia, china, and several other airlines also grounding their aircraft yesterday, this means that 40% of the global fleet has been grounded. boeing claims that they will release a software update within the next few weeks.
  • 2018 - Apple inc. acquires texture digital magazine subscription app texture, for an undisclosed amount.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: tahrir al-sham is al-qaeda's branch within syria. it claims responsibility for the twin bombings in damascus yesterday that left many dead.

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What happened in 2009?

2009 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • For the first time since 2003, when Saddam Hussein was overthrown by the U.S.-led invasion, the U.S. military in Iraq is under Iraqi control.
  • Claiborne Pell (1961-1997 Rhode Island Democratic Senator) dies of Parkinson's disease at 90.
  • Jett Travolta (16-year-old) is the son of actor John Travolta and dies suddenly from a seizure during a family vacation in the Bahamas.

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What was the calendar for March 2009?

March 2009 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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