What happened on Saturday July 19, 2008?

Here's what happened on July 19, 2008:

• Pope Benedict XVI Apologizes for Church Abuse During World Youth Day 2008 in Sydney, Pope Benedict XVI delivered a significant apology to victims of sexual abuse by Roman Catholic Church clergy in Australia, addressing a long-standing institutional crisis.
• Iran Proposes Nuclear Talks Iran recommended a high-level diplomatic meeting in Geneva with the United States and European Union to discuss its nuclear program, simultaneously asserting its continued uranium enrichment production.
• Sunni Bloc Rejoins Iraqi Government The Iraqi Parliament approved the nomination of six Sunni ministers to the cabinet, marking a potential step towards political reconciliation and inclusive governance.
• Deadly Landmine Attack in Kashmir Ten Indian soldiers were tragically killed in a landmine attack by Hizbul Mujahideen militants in the volatile Jammu and Kashmir region, highlighting ongoing regional tensions and security challenges.
• Cambodian-Thai Border Tensions Escalating border tensions between Cambodia and Thailand saw 500 Thai troops and 1,000 Cambodian soldiers gathering near the disputed Prasat Preah Vihear temple, marking the fifth day of a tense military standoff.
• Earthquake off Eastern Coast of Japan A significant 6.6-magnitude earthquake struck off the eastern coast of Japan, potentially causing local disruptions and raising tsunami concerns.
• Hurricane Bertha Sets Record Hurricane Bertha became the longest-lived July Atlantic tropical storm, continuing its remarkable journey into its 16th day and demonstrating exceptional meteorological persistence.
• Deadly Bus Accident in Nepal A tragic bus accident in Khare Khola, approximately 100 miles west of Kathmandu, resulted in 14 fatalities and 29 injuries, underscoring transportation safety challenges in the region.

Events in 2008

July 19, 2008: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Jul. 19, 2008

July 19, 2008 was a Saturday and it was the 201st day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 19, 2008 can also be written as 7/19/2008 in the US and as 19/7/2008 in UK and Europe.

July 19, 2008 in July 2008 calendar

Famous people died on July 19, 2008:

• Dercy Gonçalves

  Renowned Brazilian comedian and actress who had an extraordinary career spanning several decades, known for her bold and irreverent humor...

• Petrus Bosman
• Ann Lambton
• Fawwaz bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud

Famous people who died in 2008

Famous people who died on July 19th

July 19, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 19, 2008 was I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry, according to the music chart for the week July 14th and July 20th.

1. Katy Perry - I Kissed A Girl
2. Rihanna - Take A Bow
3. Lil Wayne - Lollipop
4. Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love
5. Coldplay - Viva La Vida

July 19, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 19, 2008 was Heaven Sent by Keyshia Cole, according to the music chart for the week July 14th and July 20th.

1. Keyshia Cole - Heaven Sent
2. Lil Wayne - A Milli
3. The-Dream - I Luv Your Girl
4. Plies Featuring Ne-Yo - Bust It Baby Part 2
5. Alicia Keys - Teenage Love Affair

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 19th is Cancer.

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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 19, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 19, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 19, 2008 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 19, 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 19, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 95% full, rising at 09:18 pm and setting at 07:54 am.

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

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Your place in the Universe on July 19, 2008

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Someone born on July 19, 2008 is:

16 years 9 months old,

or 201 months and 18 days old,

or 876 weeks and 4 days old,

or 6136 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 19, 2008?

There are 73 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday July 19th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 19, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on July 19, 2008.

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