Friday July 18, 2008: on this day

July 18, 2008 was the 200th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Friday.

Is July 18, 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 July 18, 2008, who was born and died on July 18, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 18, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry), movies (e.g. In Bruges, directed by Martin McDonagh), TV series (e.g. Under One Roof) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 18th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 18, 2008?


July 18, 2008 was a Friday and it was the 200th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 18, 2008 can also be written as 7/18/2008 in the US and as 18/7/2008 in UK and Europe.

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July 18, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 18, 2008:

  • Warner bros. pictures has released the dark knight in theaters across the usa and canada. the film's opening day ticket sales generated us$66.4 millions, setting a new record at the us box office. it also set a record with a gross of us$155million in its opening weekend.
  • The civil rights division of united states department of justice found that cook county jail, which holds 9,800 inmates, had systematically violated the constitution rights of its inmates.
  • A general from cambodia claims that the border between thailand and cambodia was close to being reopened last night near the world heritage nominated prasat vihear temple.
  • King albert ii of belgium rejects prime minister yves leterme's resignation, because no compromise was reached regarding devolution to the regional areas.
  • Qantas airways, australia announces plans for 1,500 job cuts worldwide.

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

Stock market quotes on July 18, 2008:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $80.63
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $168.21
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $26.28
  • General Electric GE: opens at $28.12
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $125.81

Exchange Rates on July 18, 2008:

  • 1 USD = 106.94 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0055 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0226 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8168 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 169.48 JPY
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July 18, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 18th is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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

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

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Discover the planets positions on July 18th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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July 18, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 18, 2008 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 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 July 18, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 08:51 pm and setting at 06:48 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 18, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Aug 16, 2008.

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Who was born on July 18, 2008?


Whose famous birthday is on July 18th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 18th:

  • James Brolin
    James Brolin

    American actor.

  • Kristen Bell
    Kristen Bell

    Kristen bell is an american actress known for her roles in tv shows like veronica mars and the good place, as well as for voicing the...

  • Bhumi Pednekar
    Bhumi Pednekar

    Bhumi Pednekar is an Indian actress who has established herself as one of the most versatile and talented actresses in Bollywood.

  • James Cagney
    James Cagney

    James cagney was an american actor known for his energetic performances in gangster films, particularly in the 1930s.

  • Nelson Mandela
    Nelson Mandela

    South african president, a civil right hero and martyr who won victory in his lifetime crusade for non-racial south africa democracy.

  • Vin Diesel
    Vin Diesel

    Steven spielberg discovered an american actor when diesel's short film, "multi facial", (1994), which diesel had created himself, caught his...

  • Elizabeth Gilbert
    Elizabeth Gilbert

    Elizabeth gilbert is an american author known for her bestselling memoir 'eat, pray, love', which has been adapted into a film.

  • Wendy Williams
    Wendy Williams

    Wendy williams is a tv show host known for her outspoken personality and celebrity gossip segments.

  • Maria Pacôme
    Maria Pacôme

    Maria pacôme is a renowned french actress and playwright known for her comedic roles in french cinema and theater.

  • Chace Crawford
    Chace Crawford

    Chace crawford is an american actor known for his role as nate archibald on the tv series gossip girl.

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July 18, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years 9 months old,

or 189 months and 8 days old,

or 823 weeks

or 5761 days old,

if you were born on July 18, 2008.

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

There are 83 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday July 18th 2024.

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

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

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July 18, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 18, 2008:

  • Ahmad Albar

    Indonesian rock musician and songwriter, a pioneer of the country's rock music scene.

  • Khosrow Shakibai

    Iranian actor (born 1944).

  • Rocco Carbone
  • Edouard Fachleitner
  • Adolf Guggenbühl-Craig
  • Edmondo Savelli
  • Lux Botté

What famous deaths happened on July 18th?

Famous deaths on July 18th:

  • Alex Rocco
    Alex Rocco

    Actor (blue knight, stanley, stunt man).

  • Jack Hawkins
    Jack Hawkins

    Actor ben hur, ben-four just men, dies at 62.

  • Dietmar Schönherr
    Dietmar Schönherr

    Austrian-spanish actor, director, and screenwriter (d. 2014).

  • Jack Earle
    Jack Earle

    American sideshow performer and actor (born 1906).

  • Machine Gun Kelly
    Machine Gun Kelly

    American gangster (born 1895).

  • Adalei Austen

    Adalei Austen was a renowned English novelist whose works, such as 'Pride and Prejudice', have become timeless classics.

  • Lawsen Austen

    Lawsen Austen was a renowned English novelist of the 19th century, best known for her witty and insightful novels, including 'Pride and...

  • Wealthy Austen

    Celebrated English novelist known for her works on social commentary.

  • Janei Austen

    Renowned English novelist known for her classic works like 'Pride and Prejudice'.

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July 18, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 18, 2008:

  • Uruguay - Constitution Day

Observances on July 18, 2008:

  • ONU - Nelson Mandela International Day
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July 18, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 18, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 14th and July 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


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

The number 1 song in the USA on July 18, 2008 was I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry, according to the music chart for the week July 14th and July 20th.

July 18, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 18, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 14th and July 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Kissed A Girl
  2. - Take A Bow
  3. - Lollipop
  4. - Bleeding Love youtube
  5. - Viva La Vida youtube

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

The number 1 R&B song on July 18, 2008 was Heaven Sent by Keyshia Cole, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 14th and July 20th.

July 18, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 18, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 14th and July 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Heaven Sent
  2. - A Milli
  3. - I Luv Your Girl
  4. - Bust It Baby Part 2
  5. - Teenage Love Affair

July 18, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on July 18, 2008 was Si Tu Te Vas by Los Temerarios, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 14th and July 20th.

July 18, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on July 18, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week July 14th and July 20th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Si Tu Te Vas
  2. - Te Quiero
  3. - Si No Te Hubieras Ido
  4. - Donde Estan Corazon
  5. - Hasta El Dia De Hoy

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July 18, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 18, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

In Bruges

In Bruges

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Martin McDonagh

Starring: Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Ciarán Hinds, Elizabeth Berrington

Country: United States of America

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

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

July 18, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 18, 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:

Under One Roof

Under One Roof

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Todd Wilson

Sekirei

Sekirei

Release year: 2008

Moon Machines

Moon Machines

Release year: 2008

Starring: Robert Seamans, Wernher von Braun, John F. Kennedy, Frank Borman

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Greensburg

Greensburg

Release year: 2008

Psychic Kids: Children of the Paranormal

Psychic Kids: Children of the Paranormal

Release year: 2008

Directed by: various

July 18, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 18, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Sail by James Patterson, Howard Roughan

Sail

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THE SIZZLING #1 Best Seller #1 New York Times #1 Chicago Tribune#1 Washington Post#1 Wall Street Journal#1 USA Today#1 NewsdayAmerica's #1 bestselling thriller author, James Patterson tells his most thrilling, dramatic tale yet.

Big Russ And Me by Tim Russert

Big Russ And Me

By:

My father seems to be getting smarter as I age. It seems like a lifetime that I don't recall something Big Russ taught.

Chasing Darkness by Robert Crais

Chasing Darkness

By:

Elvis Cole is back--In a desperate Fight to Clear His Name... Los Angeles is ablaze in the midst of fire season.

Are You There by Chelsea Handler

Are You There

By:

Chelsea Handler turns to vodka when she needs to clear her head. It seems reasonable when you consider that her boyfriend had an affair with someone else.

My Stroke Of Insight by Jill Bolte Taylor

My Stroke Of Insight

By:

This New York Times Bestseller chronicles how a stroke caused a brain scientist to become enlightened. Jill Bolte Taylor (a Harvard-trained brain scientist) experienced a stroke on December 10, 1996.

July 18, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 18, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Clue Classic

Clue Classic

Platform: Windows PC; Mac OS X

Genre: Puzzle game

Publisher: Reflexive Entertainment

Captain Rainbow

Captain Rainbow

Platform: Wii

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Nintendo

Bomberman Online Japan

Bomberman Online Japan

Platform: Windows XP

Genre: Massive Multiplayer Online Game, Party

Publisher: Hudson Soft

International Karate +

International Karate +

Platform: Commodore 64, Amstrad CPC, ZX Spectrum, Atari ST, Amiga, Amiga CD32, Game Boy Advance, PlayStation, Virtual Console

Genre: Versus fighting game

Publisher: System 3 (Europe) Epyx (U.S.) Ignition Entertainment (PS1/GBA)

Aquanaut's Holiday: Hidden Memories

Aquanaut's Holiday: Hidden Memories

Platform: PlayStation 3

Genre: Submarine adventure

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

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Who was the US President on July 18, 2008?

On July 18, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 18, 2008?

On July 18, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on July 18, 2008?

On July 18, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about July 18th?

July 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of July. 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 July 18th, such as:

  • 2019 - Two car bombs explode outside kandahar police headquarters, afghanistan. twelve people were killed and more than 80 others were injured.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: siege at al-fu'ah, kafriya: as part of a deal between rebel forces with the syrian government, the evacuations of the shia towns al-fu'ah (northern idlib governorate) begin.
  • 2017 - 2017 earthquakes: a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck russia's kamchatka peninsula west of attu in the north pacific ocean. there are no immediate reports of injuries or damages; the tsunami warning was cancelled.

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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 July 2008?

July 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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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