Wednesday March 18, 2009: on this day

March 18, 2009 was the 77th day of the year 2009, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is March 18, 2009 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on March 18, 2009, who was born and died on March 18, 2009, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 18, 2009, which were the most popular songs (ex. Right Round by Flo Rida), movies (e.g. The Reader, directed by Stephen Daldry), TV series (e.g. Diplomatic Immunity) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 18th, 2009 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 18, 2009?


March 18, 2009 was a Wednesday and it was the 77th day of the year 2009 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 18, 2009 can also be written as 3/18/2009 in the US and as 18/3/2009 in UK and Europe.

March 18, 2009 in March 2009 calendar

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March 18, 2009: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 18, 2009:

  • For the first time since 1960s, the us federal reserve announces that it will purchase up to us$300 billion of treasury bonds. the federal reserve announced that it will increase its existing program to purchase securities and debt to us$1.45 trillion.
  • China's ministry of commerce denies coca-cola's bid for the huiyuan juice group.
  • Josef fritzl, austria, changes his plea to guilty for all charges
  • According to the office for national statistics, 2.04 million people are unemployed in the united kingdom.
  • Pope benedict xvi condemns condom use to prevent hiv/aids while on a tour through africa.
  • Twelve bodies were found in police custody in nampula province in mozambique.
  • The constitutional court of madagascar supports the election of andry rajoelina to be president.
  • Governor bill richardson signs house bill 285 - repealing new mexico's capital punishment
  • Ben bernanke, chairman of the federal reserve system, caps yields from united states treasury department.
  • Somali pirates take over an iranian fishing boat in the gulf of aden.

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March 18, 2009: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on March 18, 2009:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $68.51
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $99.91
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $17.03
  • General Electric GE: opens at $9.93
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $89.41

Exchange Rates on March 18, 2009:

  • 1 USD = 96.01 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.2453 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.1385 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8357 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 129.74 JPY

March 18, 2009: What were the main match results that day?

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Cardiff - Watford : 2 - 1

Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • East Fife - Ayr : 0 - 1
zodiac

March 18, 2009: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 18th 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 18, 2009: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 18, 2009 is Ox and the associated element is Earth.

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March 18, 2009: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on March 18, 2009 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 18, 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 18, 2009 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 41% full, rising at 02:22 am and setting at 12:09 pm.

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 18, 2009?


Whose famous birthday is on March 18th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 18th:

  • Adam Levine
    Adam Levine

    American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and actor.

  • Gloria Swanson
    Gloria Swanson

    Gloria swanson was an american actress known for her role in the film sunset boulevard.

  • Lily Collins
    Lily Collins

    Lily collins is a british-american actress known for her roles in movies such as 'the blind side' and 'mirror mirror'.

  • Queen Latifah
    Queen Latifah

    Queen latifah is an american actress, singer, and rapper known for her versatile talents in music and film.

  • Dane Cook
    Dane Cook

    Dane Cook is a popular stand-up comedian and actor who has released several successful comedy albums.

  • Sophia Myles
    Sophia Myles

    Sophia myles is an english actress known for her roles in films such as 'underworld' and 'tristan & isolde'.

  • Luc Besson
    Luc Besson

    French director of "the big blue," jacques mayol's story about jacques mayol (a champion skin-diver who was also known as the "human...

  • Brad Dourif
    Brad Dourif

    Brad dourif is a highly respected character actor known for his intense and versatile performances in films such as 'one flew over the...

  • Peter Graves
    Peter Graves

    Peter graves was an american actor known for his role as jim phelps in the television series mission: impossible.

  • Irene Cara
    Irene Cara

    American singer, actress, and composer.

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March 18, 2009: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years 1 month old,

or 181 months and 2 days old,

or 787 weeks and 3 days old,

or 5512 days old,

if you were born on March 18, 2009.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 18, 2009?

There are 333 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday March 18th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 18, 2009?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on March 18, 2009.

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March 18, 2009: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 18, 2009:

  • Natasha Richardson
    Natasha Richardson

    British actress, well-known for her performances in the theatre.

  • Eldene Henderson

    Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Flemon Otto

    Renowned biologist known for his work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Lendora V. Smith

    Renowned for her vibrant abstract paintings.

  • Ezma Redinger

    Renowned abstract painter known for her vibrant use of colors.

  • Wladyslawa Czaplinska

    Polish politician known for her advocacy for women's rights.

  • Lyndle Lansdown

    Renowned for abstract expressionist works.

  • Eulamae Dixon

    Founder of a successful retail chain.

  • Sibley Towner

    American author known for his works on historical fiction.

  • Porter Johnson

    Renowned chemist known for his work in organic chemistry.

  • Blanche Edwards

    Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Clelia Marchi

    Italian author known for her captivating novels.

  • Dennison Worthington

    Dennison Worthington was a renowned physicist known for his contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Elnora Daniel

    Elnora Daniel was a pioneering chemist known for her research in organic chemistry.

  • Orren Adams

    Renowned chemist known for his work in organic chemistry.

  • Bocephus Hayes

    Renowned astronomer known for his work on black holes.

  • Orvin Feller

    Renowned author known for his captivating storytelling.

  • Haskel Frankel

    Renowned author known for his impactful novels.

  • Ardelle Lassalle

    Renowned author known for her captivating novels.

  • Omid Reza Mir Sayafi

    Iranian journalist and blogger (b. 1980).

What famous deaths happened on March 18th?

Famous deaths on March 18th:

  • Fess Parker
    Fess Parker

    American actor and businessman (b. 1924).

  • Barbara Bates
    Barbara Bates

    American singer and actress (d. 1969).

  • Michael Attwell
    Michael Attwell

    British actor (born 1943).

  • Lauritz Melchior
    Lauritz Melchior

    Danish singer and operatic tenor, known for his interpretations of wagnerian operas.

  • Suhaas Gupta

    Pioneering scientist in the field of renewable energy research.

  • Elliannah Brown

    Pioneering scientist who made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of genetics.

  • Adden Fleming

    Pioneering biologist who discovered penicillin.

  • Mayukha Patel

    Pioneering researcher in the field of biotechnology.

  • Lianni Chen

    Pioneering scientist in the field of biotechnology, known for groundbreaking research.

  • Eleftherios Venizelos

    Eleftherios Venizelos was a prominent Greek statesman and entrepreneur who played a significant role in the development of modern Greece.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 18th

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March 18, 2009: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 18, 2009:

  • Aruba - Flag Day (1976)
  • Ancient Latvia - Bindus Diena
  • United States - National Biodiesel Day
  • Mexico - Expropiaci=n Petreolera

Saints celebrated on March 18, 2009:

  • Saint Edward (d.978)
  • Saint Cyril of Jerusalem (d.386)
  • Saint Alexander of Jerusalem
  • Saint Anselm
  • Saint Salvator
  • Saint Narcissus
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March 18, 2009: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 18, 2009 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 16th and March 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 18, 2009: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 18, 2009 was Right Round by Flo Rida, according to the music chart for the week March 16th and March 22nd.

March 18, 2009: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 18, 2009 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 16th and March 22nd. 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 18, 2009: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 18, 2009 was Blame It by Jamie Foxx Featuring T-Pain, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 16th and March 22nd.

March 18, 2009: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 18, 2009 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 16th and March 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

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

March 18, 2009: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on March 18, 2009 was Me Estas Tentando by Wisin & Yandel Featuring Nesty, according to the Latin music chart for the week March 16th and March 22nd.

March 18, 2009: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on March 18, 2009 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week March 16th and March 22nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

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

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March 18, 2009: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 18, 2009 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Reader

The Reader

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Stephen Daldry

Starring: Kate Winslet, Ralph Fiennes, Bruno Ganz, Jeanette Hain

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

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

Eden Lake

Eden Lake

Release year: 2009

Directed by: James Watkins

Starring: Kelly Reilly, Michael Fassbender, Tara Ellis, Jack O'Connell

Country: United States of America

March 18, 2009: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 18, 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

Sex Ed

Sex Ed

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Isaac Feder

Cupid

Cupid

Release year: 2009

Country: United States of America

March 18, 2009: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 18, 2009 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

New Moon by Stephenie Meyer

New Moon

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Twilight has captivated millions of readers and they are eager to read more. Stephenie Meyer's New Moon is another captivating combination of romance, suspense, and a supernatural twist.

Twilight by Stephenie Meyer

Twilight

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Isabella Swan moved to Forks in Washington. It was a small and rainy place. Isabella's life changes dramatically when she meets Edward Cullen.

Dewey by Vicki Myron with Bret Witter

Dewey

By:

CHINESE EDITION. 275 pages.

Run For Your Life by James Patterson and Michael Ledwidge

Run For Your Life

By:

The Teacher, a calculated killer calling himself The Teacher, is taking down New York City and killing the powerful and arrogant. His message is simple: either remember your manners, or you will suffer the consequences.

Watchmen by Alan Moore, Dave Gibbons

Watchmen

By:

New York Times Bestseller! The story of a group super-heroes who are plagued by human failings and fall from grace is told in this Hugo Award-winning graphic book. As the heroes are pursued by an unknown assassin, it is revealed …

March 18, 2009: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 18, 2009 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

7th Dragon

7th Dragon

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Role-playing

Publisher: Sega

Bionic Heart

Bionic Heart

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

Genre: Visual Novel

Publisher: Winter Wolves

Contra ReBirth

Contra ReBirth

Platform: WiiWare

Genre: Run and gun

Publisher: Konami

Blue Toad Murder Files

Blue Toad Murder Files

Platform: PlayStation 3, Windows iPhone

Publisher: Relentless Software

Afro Samurai

Afro Samurai

Platform: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360

Genre: Action,[1] hack and slash

Publisher: Surge

history

Who was the US President on March 18, 2009?

On March 18, 2009 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 18, 2009?

On March 18, 2009 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on March 18, 2009?

On March 18, 2009 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about March 18th?

March 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th 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 18th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 utrecht shooting: three people were killed and nine more injured when a man opened fire on a tram in utrecht, netherlands. authorities suspect terrorist activity. an arrest has been made of a 37-year-old turkish citizen.
  • 2018 - Turkish military operation in afrin. the turkish army and free syrian army capture the kurdish stronghold in afrin, which was held by the ypg in north syria. they also raise the turkish flag over the city's centre. turkish-backed forces bulldoze a statue of kaveh, the legendary kurdish figure, and remove it from the city centre.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: between 1,500 and 2,000 people are leaving al-waer district of homs today to go to their destination, either northern homs governorate or idlib governorate. in the next few weeks, the district will be evacuated by armed militants and their families. the rest of the population will then return to the area to receive aid and reconcile. (bbc),

Find out more about March 18th

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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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