Monday January 14, 2008: on this day

January 14, 2008 was the 14th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Monday.

Is January 14, 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 January 14, 2008, who was born and died on January 14, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 14, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. Low by Flo Rida), movies (e.g. The Great Debaters, directed by Denzel Washington), TV series (e.g. The Battery'S Down) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 14th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 14, 2008?


January 14, 2008 was a Monday and it was the 14th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 14, 2008 can also be written as 1/14/2008 in the US and as 14/1/2008 in UK and Europe.

January 14, 2008 in January 2008 calendar

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January 14, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 14, 2008:

  • Alvaro colom is elected president of guatemala.
  • Two new investigations by the european commission are underway into alleged anticompetitive behavior of microsoft corporation.
  • War in waziristan - at least seven pakistani soldiers are killed in clashes with pro-taliban militants near the afghan border. in fighting in mohmand agency, 23 tribal militants also died.
  • Ehud olmert, prime minister of israel warns that all options are being consideredampquot in order to stop iran's nuclear ambitions.
  • Bobby jindal is elected 56th governor of louisiana. he is the first indian american governor to be elected in american history.
  • Nasa's messenger spacecraft flew by mercury as the second and third time in three years.
  • Six people were killed when the taliban attacked the serena hotel, kabul.

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January 14, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on January 14, 2008:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $90.94
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $177.52
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $34.46
  • General Electric GE: opens at $35.52
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $105.00

Exchange Rates on January 14, 2008:

  • 1 USD = 108.16 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0169 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0929 CHF
  • 1 USD = 7.2517 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 160.82 JPY

January 14, 2008: What were the main match results that day?

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Brest - Le Havre : 0 - 2

League 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Crewe - Leeds : 0 - 1

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

  • Setubal - Guimaraes : 0 - 1
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January 14, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 14th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 14, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 14, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on January 14th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 14, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 14, 2008 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 14, 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 January 14, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 43% full, rising at 10:25 am and setting at 11:48 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 24, 2007 while the next full moon would come on Jan 22, 2008.

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Who was born on January 14, 2008?


Whose famous birthday is on January 14th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 14th:

  • Slick Rick
    Slick Rick

    Slick rick, born on january 14, 1965, is a british-american rapper known for his storytelling abilities and influential contributions to...

  • LL Cool J
    LL Cool J

    Ll cool j is an american rapper and actor known for pioneering hip-hop music and starring in tv shows like ncis: los angeles.

  • Grant Gustin
    Grant Gustin

    Grant gustin is a tv actor best known for his role as barry allen/the flash in the tv series the flash.

  • Dave Grohl
    Dave Grohl

    American drummer, who replaced chad channing as drummer for nirvana.

  • Jason Bateman
    Jason Bateman

    American actor who appeared in four tv series including "silver spoons", 1984 and "it's your move", 1984.

  • Emily Watson
    Emily Watson

    Actress (breaking the waves boxer).

  • Holland Taylor
    Holland Taylor

    Holland taylor is a renowned tv actress known for her roles in shows like two and a half men and the practice.

  • Angela Lindvall
    Angela Lindvall

    Angela lindvall is a well-known american model who has graced the covers of numerous fashion magazines and walked the runway for top...

  • Guy Williams
    Guy Williams

    Actor zorro, lost in space, dies in argentina at the age of 65.

  • Steven Soderbergh
    Steven Soderbergh

    American screenwriter and producer of director films.

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January 14, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 16 years 3 months old,

or 195 months and 9 days old,

or 849 weeks and 1 day old,

or 5944 days old,

if you were born on January 14, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 14, 2008?

There are 266 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday January 14th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 14, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on January 14, 2008.

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January 14, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 14, 2008:

  • Elanore Fagan

    Elanore Fagan, known professionally as Eartha Kitt, was an American actress, singer, dancer, activist, and author.

  • Judah Folkman

    Pioneering cancer researcher known for his work on angiogenesis.

  • Luciano Bertoni
  • Bjørn Paulson

What famous deaths happened on January 14th?

Famous deaths on January 14th:

  • Alan Rickman
    Alan Rickman

    Alan Rickman was a renowned British actor known for his roles in films such as Harry Potter and Die Hard.

  • Shelley Winters
    Shelley Winters

    American actress who won oscars for "the diary of anne frank," 1959, and "a patch of blue," 65.

  • Jeanette MacDonald
    Jeanette MacDonald

    Renowned singer and actress in Hollywood musicals.

  • Donna Reed
    Donna Reed

    American actor, most well-known for her tv series, "the donna reed show," as well as several movies, including the christmas movie, "it's a...

  • Conrad Bain
    Conrad Bain

    Canadian-american actor, who was a soldier in the canadian army during ww ii.

  • Hari Rhodes
    Hari Rhodes

    American actor.

  • Esther Ralston
    Esther Ralston

    American actress of silent screen fame.

  • Jetta Goudal
    Jetta Goudal

    Jetta Goudal was a French-born American actress known for her roles in silent films.

  • Humphrey Bogart
    Humphrey Bogart

    American actor (b. 1899).

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January 14, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 14, 2008:

  • Day of St. Basil the Great in Eastern Orthodoxy, January 1 on the Julian Calendar.
  • Feast of Divina Pastora, in Barquisimeto, Venezuela.
  • Makar Sankranti in India. The event is marked by flying kites. Also Pongal in South India.
  • New Year's Day in Eastern Orthodoxy, see Julian Calendar.
  • Festum Asinorum, medieval burlesque festival celebrating the Flight into Egypt.
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January 14, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 14, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 14th and January 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 14, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 14, 2008 was Low by Flo Rida, according to the music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

January 14, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 14, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Low
  2. - No One youtube
  3. - Apologize
  4. - Kiss Kiss
  5. - Clumsy

January 14, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 14, 2008 was Now You're Gone by Basshunter featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz, according to the music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

January 14, 2008: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 14, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Now You're Gone
  2. - When You Believe
  3. - Crank That (Soulja Boy)
  4. - Rockstar
  5. - Bleeding Love youtube

January 14, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 14, 2008 was Like You'll Never See Me Again by Alicia Keys, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

January 14, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 14, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Like You'll Never See Me Again
  2. - No One youtube
  3. - Can't Help But Wait
  4. - Suffocate
  5. - Just Fine

January 14, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on January 14, 2008 was Sexy Movimiento by Wisin & Yandel, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

January 14, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on January 14, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Sexy Movimiento
  2. - Me Enamora
  3. - Estos Celos
  4. - La Travesia
  5. - Sobre Mis Pies

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January 14, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 14, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

The Spiderwick Chronicles

The Spiderwick Chronicles

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Mark Waters

Starring: Freddie Highmore, Sarah Bolger, David Strathairn, Mary-Louise Parker

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

Fighting

Fighting

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Dito Montiel

Starring: Channing Tatum, Terrence Howard, Luis Guzmán, Zulay Henao

Country: United States of America

The Hitcher

The Hitcher

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Dave Meyers

Starring: Sean Bean, Sophia Bush, Zachary Knighton, Neal McDonough

Country: United States of America

January 14, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 14, 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:

The Battery's Down

The Battery's Down

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Jake Wilson

Gangland

Gangland

Release year: 2007

Directed by: Tulio Demicheli

Sold

Sold

Release year: 2007

Directed by: Jeffrey D. Brown

Monarchy: The Royal Family at Work

Monarchy: The Royal Family at Work

Release year: 2007

Directed by: Matt Reid

Kleiner Dodo

Kleiner Dodo

Release year: 2007

January 14, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 14, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

For One More Day by Mitch Albom

For One More Day

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A new novel from the author of The Five People You Meet In Heaven and Tuesdays With Morrie, which millions of readers have been eagerly awaiting.

Stone Cold by David Baldacci

Stone Cold

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The #1 bestselling author from Simple Genius and The Collectors returns with STONE CLIMATE...an unforgettable novel of revenge and conspiracy that murders a group of unlikely heroes who are brought face to face with their greatest threat.

Free Lunch by David Cay Johnston

Free Lunch

By:

Free Lunch answers the great mystery: How did our strong, growing economy become a source of uncertainty, debt, bankruptcy and fear for millions?

Clapton by Eric Clapton

Clapton

By:

Eric Clapton's autobiography is a poignant, honest account of his life. He shares it with a remarkable intimacy and candor. Eric Clapton is more than a rock musician, he is an icon and a living example of the history of …

Born Standing Up by Steve Martin

Born Standing Up

By:

This is the riveting, mega-bestselling and beloved memoir of a man and a vocation that was highly acclaimed and named by Time and Entertainment Weekly as one of the ten best nonfiction books of 2007.

January 14, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 14, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Armand and the Foppish Hat

Armand and the Foppish Hat

Platform: Macintosh and Windows

Genre: Adventure Game

Iron Man

Iron Man

Platform: PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Portable, Wii, Nintendo DS, Xbox 360, Mobile, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Action

Publisher: Sega

Chicken Hunter

Chicken Hunter

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Action

Publisher: MumboJumbo

Castlevania Judgment

Castlevania Judgment

Platform: Wii

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Konami

Mario Super Sluggers

Mario Super Sluggers

Platform: Wii, Wii U (Virtual Console)

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Nintendo

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Who was the US President on January 14, 2008?

On January 14, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 14, 2008?

On January 14, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 14, 2008?

On January 14, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about January 14th?

January 14th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 14th day of the month of January. 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 January 14th, such as:

  • 2019 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: four suicide bombers kill and more than 100 are injured in a car bombing attack in kabul.
  • 2018 - Tunnel warfare by the palestinians in the gaza strip, blockade of the gaza strip. the israel defense forces reported that the tunnel was completely destroyed by hamas beneath the kerem shalom border. before its jets bombed gaza's tunnel opening, israel closed the crossing. the crossing is still closed. (ynetnews),
  • 2017 - Battle of mosul (2016-17). iraqi forces seize parts of mosul university, along with several areas along the tigris river, from islamic state militants. (al jazeera),

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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 January 2008?

January 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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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