What happened on Saturday June 21, 2008?

Here's what happened on June 21, 2008:

• Ferry Disaster in Philippines The MV Princess of the Stars, carrying 700 passengers, sank during Typhoon Fengshen, resulting in multiple fatalities and a significant maritime tragedy.
• ISAF Soldiers Killed in Afghanistan A bomb attack in Afghanistan resulted in the deaths of four International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) soldiers, underscoring the ongoing conflict in the region.
• France-Algeria Nuclear Technology Accord France and Algeria signed a strategic agreement to potentially collaborate on nuclear power technology, with Algeria exploring the use of French expertise in developing nuclear reactors.
• Nigerian Militants Attack Chevron Pipeline Militants in Nigeria's Delta State bombed a Chevron oil pipeline, causing a significant disruption in Nigerian oil production and demonstrating ongoing regional instability.
• UEFA Euro 2008 Semifinal Russia defeated Netherlands 3-1 in extra time, advancing to the UEFA Euro 2008 semifinals in a thrilling football match.
• Pakistani Militant Attack on NATO Base Pakistani militants launched a mortar attack targeting a joint NATO and Afghan military base, escalating regional tensions.
• Central African Republic Peace Agreement The Central African Republic's government signed a peace agreement with two rebel groups, offering amnesty and potentially reducing regional conflict.
• South Korea Renegotiates US Beef Import Agreement Following widespread public protests, South Korea successfully renegotiated its beef import agreement with the United States, demonstrating the power of public opinion.
• UN Refugee Worker Kidnapped in Somalia A Somalian employee of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees was taken hostage, highlighting the ongoing security challenges in the region.
• Sudan Airways Suspended The Civil Aviation Authority of Sudan imposed a one-month suspension on Sudan Airways for previous safety violations, emphasizing aviation safety standards.
• Tragic Death of Scott Kalitta Scott Kalitta, a prominent American drag racer born in 1962, passed away, marking a significant loss in motorsports history.

Events in 2008

June 21, 2008: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Jun. 21, 2008

June 21, 2008 was a Saturday and it was the 173rd day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 21, 2008 can also be written as 6/21/2008 in the US and as 21/6/2008 in UK and Europe.

June 21, 2008 in June 2008 calendar

Famous people died on June 21, 2008:

• Kermit Love

  Renowned American puppeteer and costume designer best known for his significant contributions to children's television, particularly in...

• Scott Kalitta

  American race car driver (b. 1962).

• Luciano Zagari

Famous people who died in 2008

Famous people who died on June 21st

June 21, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 21, 2008 was Lollipop by Lil Wayne, according to the music chart for the week June 16th and June 22nd.

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

June 21, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 21, 2008 was Heaven Sent by Keyshia Cole, according to the music chart for the week June 16th and June 22nd.

1. Keyshia Cole - Heaven Sent
2. Lil Wayne Featuring Static Major - Lollipop
3. Plies Featuring Ne-Yo - Bust It Baby Part 2
4. Chris Brown - Take You Down
5. The-Dream - I Luv Your Girl

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 21st 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 June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 21, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 21, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 21, 2008 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 21, 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 June 21, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 86% full, rising at 10:17 pm and setting at 08:56 am.

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

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Your place in the Universe on June 21, 2008

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Someone born on June 21, 2008 is:

16 years 10 months old,

or 202 months and 23 days old,

or 881 weeks and 4 days old,

or 6171 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 21, 2008?

There are 38 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday June 21st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 21, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on June 21, 2008.

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