Sunday August 19, 2012: on this day

August 19, 2012 was the 232nd day of the year 2012, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is August 19, 2012 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 19, 2012, who was born and died on August 19, 2012, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 19, 2012, which were the most popular songs (ex. Call Me Maybe by Carly Rae Jepsen), movies (e.g. Moneyball, directed by Bennett Miller), TV series (e.g. The Inbetweeners) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 19th, 2012 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 19, 2012?


August 19, 2012 was a Sunday and it was the 232nd day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 19, 2012 can also be written as 8/19/2012 in the US and as 19/8/2012 in UK and Europe.

August 19, 2012 in August 2012 calendar

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August 19, 2012: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 19, 2012:

  • Mexican drug war
  • Unknown assailants ambush and kill a photojournalist while he drives a car in chihuahua.
  • Two photographers were tortured and executed execution-style in michoacan. they were found dead inside a car trunk with a bullet through the heads.
  • Civil war in syria: at least 19 people have been killed during the ongoing violence on eid ul-fitr holiday. president assad prays in damascus. lakhdar brahimi accepts the role of un envoy.
  • At least two people were killed in explosions near tripoli's government buildings. these are the first bombing attacks since the libyan civil conflict ended.
  • War on terror
  • Afghanistan: three nato soldiers are killed in an explosion in eastern afghanistan. two people are killed in an explosion at a cemetery in lashkar gah in helmand province's capital. an afghan police officer kills a nato soldier. three new zealand soldiers were killed when an improvised explosive device exploded in the convoy they were travelling in bamiyan in central afghanistan.
  • Pakistan: at least seven militants are killed in a drone attack by the united states in pakistan. the attacks took place in two vehicles located in mana, north waziristan.
  • Yemen: a suicide bomber from al qaeda kills the commander a local militia pro-army militia. six people are injured in mudiyah, abyan province.
  • Insurgency in north caucasus:
  • In a suicide bombing attack on russia's north caucasus republic, ingushetia, seven police officers were killed and eight others were injured.
  • Eight people were injured in an attack on a mosque in khasavyurt in dagestan.
  • Sonia gandhi calls for a stern response against the perpetrators of violence in assam, and social media messages that drove 30,000 migrants out of south india.
  • Tony scott, a british-born film director, dies after he leapt 200ft from los angeles' vincent thomas bridge.
  • In a plane crash near talodi, 32 people were killed, including ghazi al-sadiq (head of the ministry guidance and endowments) and two state ministers.
  • A magnitude 6.6 earthquake that struck near palu, sulawesi, indonesia kills four people.
  • An earthquake of magnitude 5.6 strikes the west coast washington state.
  • The direct communication between the scottish government and cardinal keith o'brien, a roman catholic leader in scotland, has been suspended on the issue of same-sex marriage.
  • Radioactive contamination can cause hereditary genetic mutations in all life forms. this was proven by butterfly generations. the effect on humans is still not clear at the stated times.
  • Senkaku islands dispute:
  • More than a dozen cities in china host anti-japanese demonstrations.
  • The standoff between britain and ecuador over julian assange is reflected in julian assange's speech. he criticizes the united states' policy towards wikileaks, ampquotdragging all of us in a dark, oppressive world where journalists live in fear of prosecutionampquot.
  • According to reports, iain duncan smith, uk work and pensions secretary, has filed a formal complaint against the bbc for claims of anti-government bias. duncan smith also attacked the corporation in a mail on sunday article expressing his disapproval at the corporation's negative attitude towards the coalition.
  • Japan wins the 2012 women's baseball world cup. this is their third consecutive title.
  • Mexican drug war: a photojournalist is attacked and killed while driving in chihuahua. (milenio.) two photographers are executed-style in michoacan after being tortured. they were found dead inside a car trunk with a bullet through the heads.
  • North caucasus insurgency: at least seven policemen were killed and eight others injured in a suicide bombing in russia's north caucasus republic, ingushetia. (reuters) at least eight people were injured in a shooting and bombing attack on a mosque in khasavyurt in dagestan.
  • Typhoon kaitak strikes southeast china, causing at least two deaths and affecting 530,000 people. in north vietnam, at least 27 deaths are reported.
  • Senkaku islands dispute: ten japanese nationalist activists have landed on japan's senkaku islands amid a dispute between japan and china. (bbc). anti-japanese protests are held in more than a dozen chinese cities.
  • In the midst of a dispute between japan and china, at least 10 japanese nationalist activists land in japan on the senkaku islands.
  • Julian assange, wikileaks founder, speaks out against the united states' policy towards wikileaks. he spoke from the balcony at ecuador's london embassy.
  • New super mario bros. 2 for nintendo 3ds
  • Sequels: new super mario bros. (2006) and new super mario bros. wii

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August 19, 2012: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Charleroi - Standard : 2 - 6

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Ath Bilbao - Betis : 3 - 5
  • Barcelona - Sociedad : 5 - 1
  • Levante - Ath Madrid : 1 - 1
  • Real Madrid - Valencia : 1 - 1

La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)

  • Alcorcon - Guadalajara : 1 - 1
  • Elche - Ponferradina : 4 - 2
  • Numancia - Sp Gijon : 2 - 0
  • Santander - Las Palmas : 0 - 1

Le Championnat - Football (France)

  • Ajaccio - Paris SG : 0 - 0
  • Bordeaux - Rennes : 1 - 0
  • Marseille - Sochaux : 2 - 0
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August 19, 2012: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 19th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

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

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August 19, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 19, 2012 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on August 19th, 2012 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 19, 2012: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 19, 2012 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 19, 2012 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 August 19, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 13% full, rising at 08:22 am and setting at 09:05 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 02, 2012 while the next full moon would come on Aug 31, 2012.

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Who was born on August 19, 2012?


Whose famous birthday is on August 19th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 19th:

  • Bill Clinton
    Bill Clinton

    American politician, graduated from yale law school, governor of arkansas in 1978, at the age of 32.

  • Nandana Sen
    Nandana Sen

    Indian actress known for her work in Bollywood films.

  • John Stamos
    John Stamos

    John stamos is a tv actor known for his role as uncle jesse on the sitcom full house.

  • Matthew Perry
    Matthew Perry

    Canadian-American actor famous for his role as Chandler Bing on the TV show 'Friends'.

  • Valérie Kaprisky
    Valérie Kaprisky

    French actress.

  • Jill St. John
    Jill St. John

    Jill st.

  • Kyra Sedgwick
    Kyra Sedgwick

    Kyra sedgwick is an american actress known for her role as deputy chief brenda leigh johnson on the tv series the closer.

  • Maria de Medeiros
    Maria de Medeiros

    Portuguese actress and director.

  • Peter Gallagher
    Peter Gallagher

    Armonk, new york -- actor.

  • Fred Thompson
    Fred Thompson

    He is an american politician, lawyer, and actor.

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August 19, 2012: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 11 years 7 months old,

or 139 months and 10 days old,

or 605 weeks and 5 days old,

or 4240 days old,

if you were born on August 19, 2012.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 19, 2012?

There are 143 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday August 19th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 19, 2012?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 19, 2012.

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August 19, 2012: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 19, 2012:

  • Edmund Skellings

    American poet and academic (b. 1932).

  • Donal Henahan

    American journalist and critic (b. 1921).

  • Tony Scott

    English-american director and producer (d. 2012).

  • Ivar Iversen

    Norwegian canoe racer (b. 1914).

  • Clara Betner
  • Laura Latini
  • Horacio Galloso
  • Maïté Nahyr
  • Catherine Lépront

What famous deaths happened on August 19th?

Famous deaths on August 19th:

  • Groucho Marx
    Groucho Marx

    Groucho marx was a legendary comedian known for his quick wit, distinctive mustache, and cigar.

  • 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...

  • Alastair Sim
    Alastair Sim

    Scottish actor on film and stage.

  • Hermione Baddeley
    Hermione Baddeley

    England, united kingdom -- actresses (camp runamuck maude, good life).

  • Utpal Dutt
    Utpal Dutt

    Bangladeshi actor, director, and playwright (b. 1929).

  • Linus Pauling

    American scientist who was awarded the nobel prize for chemistry in 1954 and the peace prize in 1962.

  • Romyn Fisher

    Prolific novelist known for his rich character development.

  • Adoree Baez

    Renowned actress known for her roles in silent films.

  • Laden Pareto

    Italian economist known for the Pareto principle.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 19th

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August 19, 2012: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 19, 2012:

  • Roman festivals - Vinalia Rustica celebrated in honor of Venus Libitina commemorating the founding of the oldest known temple to her, on the Esquiline Hill, in 293 BC on this date.
  • RC saints - Saint Sebald, Saint Louis of Toulouse, Jean-Eudes de MTzeray
  • Afghanistan - Afghan Independence Day see above: 1919
  • National Day of the Filipino Language, Philippines - Holiday for Quezon City, Quezon Province and other municipalities named after Manuel Quezon
  • National Aviation Day, USA

Observances on August 19, 2012:

  • World Humanitarian Day
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August 19, 2012: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 19, 2012 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 13th and August 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 19, 2012: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 19, 2012 was Call Me Maybe by Carly Rae Jepsen, according to the music chart for the week August 13th and August 19th.

August 19, 2012: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 19, 2012 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 13th and August 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Call Me Maybe
  2. - Lights
  3. - Whistle
  4. - Wide Awake
  5. - Payphone

August 19, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 19, 2012 was No Lie by 2 Chainz Featuring Drake, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 13th and August 19th.

August 19, 2012: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 19, 2012 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 13th and August 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - No Lie
  2. - Lemme See
  3. - Mercy
  4. - Bag Of Money
  5. - Heart Attack

August 19, 2012: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 19, 2012 was Bebe Bonita by Chino & Nacho Featuring Jay Sean, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 13th and August 19th.

August 19, 2012: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 19, 2012 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 13th and August 19th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Bebe Bonita
  2. - Hasta Que Salga El Sol
  3. - Sin Respiracion
  4. - Mirando Al Cielo
  5. - Pasarela

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August 19, 2012: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 19, 2012 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Moneyball

Moneyball

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Bennett Miller

Starring: Brad Pitt, Robin Wright, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman

Country: United States of America

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Brad Bird

Starring: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, Paula Patton

Country: United States of America

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

Release year: 2012

Directed by: John Madden

Starring: Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Maggie Smith, Tom Wilkinson

Country: United States of America

Killer Joe

Killer Joe

Release year: 2012

Directed by: William Friedkin

Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Emile Hirsch, Juno Temple, Thomas Haden Church

Country: United States of America

The Pirates! Band of Misfits

The Pirates! Band of Misfits

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Peter Lord, Jeff Newitt

Starring: Hugh Grant, Salma Hayek, Jeremy Piven, Martin Freeman

Country: United States of America

August 19, 2012: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 19, 2012 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 Inbetweeners

The Inbetweeners

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Ben Palmer

Bad Education

Bad Education

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Pedro Almodovar

Hotel Hell

Hotel Hell

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Derrick Granado

True Love

True Love

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Michael J. Saul

Harmontown

Harmontown

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Neil Berkeley

August 19, 2012: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 19, 2012 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Presidents Club by Nancy Gibbs and Michael Duffy

The Presidents Club

By:

The New York Times bestseller history of private relationships between the thirteen last presidents--the private deals, partnerships, rescue missions and rivalries of those selected men who served as commander in chief

Friends Forever by Danielle Steel

Friends Forever

By:

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER: Kindergarten is their first day. They become more than just friends over the years.

The Fallen Angel by Daniel Silva

The Fallen Angel

By:

The Fallen Angel is another blockbuster thriller about espionage from Daniel Silva, #1 New York Times bestseller. Silva, the acclaimed author of Portrait of a Spy ("a world-class practitioner of spy fiction") --Washington Post is an undisputed master of this …

Double Cross by Ben Macintyre

Double Cross

By:

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR of SPY AMONG FRIENDS - 150,000 Allied troops landed at Normandy on June 6, 1944 and suffered an astoundingly low rate of casualties.

Shadow of Night by Deborah Harkness

Shadow of Night

By:

Book two of the All Souls Trilogy is #1 in New York Times Bestsellers. It's "as captivating, engrossing and impossible to put on as its predecessor" (Miami Herald).

August 19, 2012: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 19, 2012 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

DJMax Ray

DJMax Ray

Platform: iOS, Android

Genre: Music video game

Publisher: Neowiz Internet

10000000

10000000

Platform: iOS; Microsoft Windows, OS X, Linux, Android

Genre: Puzzle role-playing

Awesomenauts

Awesomenauts

Platform: PlayStation 3 Xbox 360 Microsoft Windows OS X Linux PlayStation 4 Xbox One

Genre: Multiplayer online battle arena

Publisher: Microsoft Windows, OS X, Linux, Xbox One, PlayStation 4; Ronimo Games; PlayStation 3, Xbox 360; dtp entertainment

Bloodforge

Bloodforge

Platform: Xbox 360

Genre: Action, hack and slash

Publisher: Microsoft Studios

Pac-Man Games

Pac-Man Games

Platform: iOS

Publisher: Namco Bandai Games

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Who was the US President on August 19, 2012?

On August 19, 2012 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 19, 2012?

On August 19, 2012 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 19, 2012?

On August 19, 2012 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about August 19th?

August 19th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 19th day of the month of August. 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 August 19th, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 earthquakes: a magnitude 8.2 deep-focus earthquake (the strongest ever recorded in 2018) struck the south pacific ocean, near fiji. there is no immediate tsunami threat.
  • 2017 - Terrorism in russia: a 23 year old stabs and injures eight people at surgut in russia, before being shot by police. the attack was claimed by isil.
  • 2016 - Syrian civil war: russian warships patrolling the mediterranean sea fire cruise missiles towards aleppo. according to the russian defense ministry, the strikes were directed at the islamist militant group jabhat fateh al-sham.

Find out more about August 19th

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What happened in 2012?

2012 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Arab Spring
  • The Arab Inter-parliamentary Union is an advisory body to Arab League and calls for the removal its monitors in Syria. They claim that they inadvertently help the government cover-up ongoing violence.
  • Syrian opposition groups claim that more than 5,800 people were killed in violence during 2011.

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What was the calendar for August 2012?

August 2012 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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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