What happened on Saturday, December 22, 2012?

Here's what happened on December 22, 2012:

• Delhi gang rape protests Following the brutal gang rape of a young woman in Delhi, widespread protests erupted across India on December 22, 2012. The protests highlighted issues of women's safety and sparked national and international discussions on gender violence. source: bbc.com
• Damascus violence during Syrian Civil War On December 22, 2012, violence escalated in Damascus as clashes between government forces and opposition fighters intensified. The ongoing conflict in Syria was marked by significant civilian casualties and destruction. source: bbc.com
• Taliban suicide bombing in Pakistan On December 22, 2012, a suicide bombing in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province killed several people, including security personnel. The attack was attributed to the Taliban and underscored ongoing security challenges in the region. source: reuters.com
• Egypt's Constitutional Referendum and Political Transition As Egypt completes its constitutional referendum, Vice President Mahmoud Mekki resigns, signaling ongoing political changes and tensions in the country following the Arab Spring.
• Political Upheaval in Italy Following Mario Monti's resignation, Italian President Giorgio Napolitano dissolves Parliament, marking a significant moment in the country's political landscape and economic challenges.
• Brazil Prepares for 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil opens Mineirao Stadium in Belo Horizonte, with a capacity of 62,160, as part of the preparations for hosting the 2014 FIFA World Cup, showcasing the country's sporting infrastructure development.
• Lionel Messi's Record-Breaking Year Lionel Messi scored his 91st goal of 2012, concluding a record-breaking year by helping Barcelona defeat Real Valladolid 3-1 in the La Liga, further cementing his status as one of football's greatest players.

Events in 2012

December 22, 2012: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Dec. 22, 2012

December 22, 2012: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

• Atalanta - Udinese : 1 - 1
• Bologna - Parma : 1 - 2
• Inter - Genoa : 1 - 1
• Palermo - Fiorentina : 0 - 3
• Roma - Milan : 4 - 2

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Bergen - Waregem : 1 - 1
• Cercle Brugge - Waasland-Beveren : 2 - 2
• Gent - Charleroi : 1 - 2
• Germinal - Mechelen : 0 - 2
• Oud-Heverlee Leuven - Lierse : 2 - 2

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

• Ath Bilbao - Zaragoza : 0 - 2
• Betis - Mallorca : 1 - 2
• Malaga - Real Madrid : 3 - 2
• Osasuna - Granada : 1 - 2
• Valladolid - Barcelona : 1 - 3

La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)

• Barcelona B - Girona : 4 - 4
• Cordoba - Recreativo : 0 - 2
• Guadalajara - Santander : 1 - 1
• Hercules - Numancia : 1 - 3
• Las Palmas - Mirandes : 2 - 0

December 22, 2012 was a Saturday and it was the 357th day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 22, 2012 can also be written as 12/22/2012 in the US and as 22/12/2012 in UK and Europe.

December 22, 2012 in December 2012 calendar

Famous people died on December 22, 2012:

• Ryan Freel

  American professional baseball player who tragically passed away in 2012, known for his versatile playing style and dedication to the sport.

• Lim Keng Yaik

  Malaysian physician and politician (b. 1939).

• Chuck Cherundolo

  American football player and coach (b. 1916).

Famous people who died in 2012

Famous people who died on December 22nd

December 22, 2012: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 22, 2012 was Locked Out Of Heaven by Bruno Mars, according to the music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.

1. Bruno Mars - Locked Out Of Heaven
2. Rihanna - Diamonds
3. Ke$ha - Die Young
4. The Lumineers - Ho Hey
5. Maroon 5 - One More Night

December 22, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 22, 2012 was Diamonds by Rihanna, according to the music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.

1. Rihanna - Diamonds
2. Alicia Keys Featuring Nicki Minaj - Girl On Fire
3. Kendrick Lamar - Swimming Pools (Drank)
4. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanz - Thrift Shop
5. Kanye West, Jay-Z, Big Sean - Clique

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 22nd is Capricorn.

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December 22, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 22, 2012 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 22, 2012 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 22, 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 December 22, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 78% full, rising at 12:48 pm and setting at 02:56 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 28, 2012 while the next full moon would come on Dec 28, 2012.

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Your place in the Universe on December 22, 2012

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Someone born on December 22, 2012 is:

13 years 7 months old,

or 163 months and 12 days old,

or 710 weeks and 2 days old,

or 4972 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 22, 2012?

There are 141 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 22nd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 22, 2012?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 22, 2012.

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