What happened on Monday February 20, 2012?

Here's what happened on February 20, 2012:

• Scientists Regenerate 31,800-Year-Old Plant Scientists successfully regenerated Silene stenophylla specimens from a 31,800-year-old fruit specimen, dramatically surpassing the previous record for the oldest successfully regenerated plant and offering groundbreaking insights into botanical preservation.
• IAEA Inspectors Arrive in Tehran International Atomic Energy Agency nuclear inspectors arrived in Tehran to discuss Iran's nuclear program, marking a critical diplomatic engagement in ongoing international nuclear negotiations.
• South Korea's Live-Fire Drills Near Korean Border South Korea proceeded with live-fire military drills near a disputed boundary in the Yellow Sea, despite North Korea's threats of 'merciless' retaliatory strikes. This action heightened tensions in the already volatile Korean Peninsula.
• Deadly Market Attack in Maiduguri, Nigeria A devastating attack on markets in Maiduguri, Nigeria, by suspected Islamist militants resulted in at least 30 fatalities. The incident underscores the ongoing security challenges in the region.
• Darfur Rebels Release UN Peacekeepers Justice and Equality Movement rebels in Darfur released 49 UNAMID peacekeepers while retaining three individuals they accused of being Sudanese security agents, highlighting the complex dynamics of the region's conflict.
• Samsung Electronics LCD Business Spin-off Samsung Electronics announced strategic plans to spin off its LCD business, signaling potential restructuring and focus on emerging technology sectors.
• Thai Economy Contracts Significantly The Thai economy experienced a substantial contraction of 7 percentage points in the third quarter, primarily attributed to widespread flooding that disrupted economic activities.
• Japan's Record Trade Deficit Japan's trade deficit reached an all-time high, driven by the strong Japanese yen and elevated fuel prices in the aftermath of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, reflecting the economic challenges facing the nation.
• Oil Prices Rise Following Iran's Export Ban Global oil prices surged to an eight-month high after Iran banned crude exports to Britain and France, demonstrating the geopolitical tensions affecting international energy markets.
• Gujarat CM Orders Temple Stampede Inquiry Narendra Modi, Chief Minister of Gujarat, initiated an investigation into six deaths that occurred during a stampede at the Bhavnath Hindu temple in Junagadh, emphasizing governmental responsiveness to public safety incidents.

Events in 2012

February 20, 2012: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Feb. 20, 2012

February 20, 2012: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on February 20, 2012:

• 1 USD = 79.62 JPY
• 1 USD = 0.9932 CAD
• 1 USD = 0.9114 CHF
• 1 USD = 6.3015 CNY
• 1 EUR = 105.41 JPY

February 20, 2012: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• Erzgebirge Aue - Braunschweig : 1 - 1

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

• Zaragoza - Betis : 0 - 2

Division 2 - Football (France)

• Nantes - Metz : 0 - 0

League 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

• Brentford - Carlisle : 4 - 0

February 20, 2012 was a Monday and it was the 51st day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 20, 2012 can also be written as 2/20/2012 in the US and as 20/2/2012 in UK and Europe.

February 20, 2012 in February 2012 calendar

Famous people died on February 20, 2012:

• Knut Torbjørn Eggen

  Norwegian footballer and manager (b. 1960).

• Katie Hall

  American educator and politician (b. 1938).

• Renato Dulbecco
• Raymond Cicci

Famous people who died in 2012

Famous people who died on February 20th

February 20, 2012: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 20, 2012 was Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You) by Kelly Clarkson, according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

1. Kelly Clarkson - Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)
2. Adele - Set Fire To The Rain
3. Fun. - We Are Young
4. LMFAO - Sexy And I Know It
5. Flo Rida - Good Feeling

February 20, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 20, 2012 was The Motto by Drake Featuring Lil Wayne, according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

1. Drake Featuring Lil Wayne - The Motto
2. Drake Featuring Nicki Minaj - Make Me Proud
3. Wale Featuring Miguel - Lotus Flower Bomb
4. Beyonce - Love On Top
5. Young Jeezy Featuring Jay-Z & Andre 3000 - I Do

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 20th is Pisces.

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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 20, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 20, 2012 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 20, 2012 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 20, 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 February 20, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:39 am and setting at 05:41 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 07, 2012 while the next full moon would come on Mar 08, 2012.

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Your place in the Universe on February 20, 2012

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Someone born on February 20, 2012 is:

13 years 2 months old,

or 158 months and 23 days old,

or 690 weeks and 1 day old,

or 4831 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 20, 2012?

There are 283 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 20th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 20, 2012?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on February 20, 2012.

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