What happened on Monday February 18, 2008?

Here's what happened on February 18, 2008:

• Kosovo Independence Recognition The United States and major European powers officially recognize Kosovo's independence from Serbia, a pivotal moment in the Balkan region's geopolitical landscape and a significant diplomatic development.
• Crude Oil Price Milestone Global crude oil prices briefly surpass $100 per barrel, closing at $99.62, marking a significant economic milestone and highlighting growing energy market volatility and potential economic implications.
• Afghanistan Suicide Bombing A devastating suicide bombing targeting a Canadian military convoy in Spin Boldak, Afghanistan, results in the tragic death of at least 37 Afghan civilians and injuries to three Canadian soldiers, highlighting the ongoing conflict and civilian casualties.
• Northern Rock Nationalization The British government introduces emergency legislation to temporarily nationalize Northern Rock, the fifth largest mortgage bank in the UK, in response to a severe financial crisis that threatened the bank's stability and potential broader economic impact.
• Pakistan General Election General elections are held in Pakistan, with the Pakistan People's Party winning the most votes, securing 88 out of 268 seats. The election marked a significant political shift, with Asif Zardari emerging as a key political figure.
• Space Shuttle Atlantis Mission The space shuttle Atlantis successfully delivers a European laboratory to the International Space Station and departs, continuing international cooperation in space exploration and scientific research.
• Trial of Human Rights Activist Yang Chunlin The trial of Yang Chunlin, a prominent human rights activist in China, begins in Jiamusi. Yang, who organized a petition titled 'We want human rights, but not the Olympics', was charged with inciting subversion of state power, reflecting ongoing tensions between activists and government authorities.
• Death of Alain Robbe-Grillet Alain Robbe-Grillet, a prominent French novelist, film director, and key figure in the New Novel literary movement, passed away. Known for his innovative narrative techniques and experimental writing style, he significantly influenced 20th-century literature.

Events in 2008

February 18, 2008: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Feb. 18, 2008

February 18, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on February 18, 2008:

• 1 USD = 108.2 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.0072 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.1021 CHF
• 1 USD = 7.1655 CNY
• 1 EUR = 158.61 JPY

February 18, 2008: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• M'gladbach - Mainz : 0 - 1

Division 2 - Football (France)

• Nantes - Bastia : 2 - 0

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

• Bristol City - Crystal Palace : 1 - 1

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

• Leiria - Belenenses : 1 - 2

February 18, 2008 was a Monday and it was the 49th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 18, 2008 can also be written as 2/18/2008 in the US and as 18/2/2008 in UK and Europe.

February 18, 2008 in February 2008 calendar

Famous people died on February 18, 2008:

• Alain Robbe-Grillet

  French novelist, filmmaker, and literary theorist who pioneered the Nouveau Roman movement, challenging traditional narrative structures and...

Famous people who died in 2008

Famous people who died on February 18th

February 18, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 18, 2008 was Low by Flo Rida, according to the music chart for the week February 18th and February 24th.

1. Flo Rida - Low
2. Chris Brown - With You
3. Rihanna - Don't Stop The Music
4. Alicia Keys - No One
5. Timbaland - Apologize

February 18, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 18, 2008 was Now You're Gone by Basshunter featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz, according to the music chart for the week February 18th and February 24th.

1. Basshunter featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz - Now You're Gone
2. Nickelback - Rockstar
3. Adele - Chasing Pavements
4. Rihanna - Don't Stop The Music
5. Kelly Rowland - Work

February 18, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 18, 2008 was I Remember by Keyshia Cole, according to the music chart for the week February 18th and February 24th.

1. Keyshia Cole - I Remember
2. Alicia Keys - Like You'll Never See Me Again
3. J. Holiday - Suffocate
4. Mary J. Blige - Just Fine
5. Snoop Dogg - Sensual Seduction

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 18th is Aquarius.

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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 18, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 18, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 18, 2008 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 18, 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 February 18, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 02:54 pm and setting at 05:59 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 22, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Feb 21, 2008.

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Your place in the Universe on February 18, 2008

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Someone born on February 18, 2008 is:

17 years 2 months old,

or 206 months and 5 days old,

or 896 weeks and 2 days old,

or 6274 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 18, 2008?

There are 301 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday February 18th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 18, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on February 18, 2008.

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