What happened on Wednesday, February 22, 2012?

Here's what happened on February 22, 2012:

• Syrian uprising intensifies with increased violence The Syrian government's crackdown on opposition forces escalated, resulting in higher casualties and further international condemnation, as the conflict showed no signs of abating. source: dw.com
• Iran nuclear inspection controversy arises The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reported concerns over Iran's nuclear program, citing insufficient cooperation and access to sites, raising international tensions over potential nuclear weapons development. source: dw.com
• Protests erupt in Afghanistan over Quran burning Afghan citizens protested against the burning of the Quran by U.S. military personnel, leading to violent clashes and multiple fatalities, highlighting deep-seated tensions between local populations and foreign forces. source: dw.com
• Somalian Civil War Developments During Operation Linda Nchi, Somali and Ethiopian forces successfully captured the al-Shabaab militant base in Baidoa. The United Nations Security Council simultaneously voted to increase the African Union peacekeeping force to 18,000 troops.
• Buenos Aires Train Accident A catastrophic train accident in Buenos Aires, Argentina, resulted in at least 50 fatalities and numerous injuries, causing significant loss of life and highlighting transportation safety concerns.
• Explosions in Kano, Nigeria The northern Nigerian city of Kano experienced a series of explosions, highlighting ongoing regional instability.
• Christchurch Earthquake Commemoration Christchurch, New Zealand's largest city, commemorated the first anniversary of the devastating earthquake that claimed 185 lives in January of the previous year.
• George Huguely Murder Conviction In Charlottesville, Virginia, George Huguely, a former University of Virginia lacrosse player, was found guilty of second-degree murder in the death of Yeardley Love. The jury recommended a 26-year prison sentence, with formal sentencing scheduled for April.

Events in 2012

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

Newspapers from Feb. 22, 2012

February 22, 2012: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on February 22, 2012:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $86.84
• Apple AAPL: opens at $513.08
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $31.45
• General Electric GE: opens at $19.43
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $193.03

Exchange Rates on February 22, 2012:

• 1 USD = 80.26 JPY
• 1 USD = 0.9996 CAD
• 1 USD = 0.9099 CHF
• 1 USD = 6.296 CNY
• 1 EUR = 106.39 JPY

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

Serie A - Italian Football

• Siena - Catania : 0 - 1

Le Championnat - Football (France)

• Caen - Auxerre : 2 - 1
• Sochaux - Lille : 0 - 1
• St Etienne - Lorient : 4 - 2

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

• Hull - Brighton : 0 - 0

Conference - Football (United Kingdom)

• York - Gateshead : 1 - 2

February 22, 2012 was a Wednesday and it was the 53rd day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 22, 2012 can also be written as 2/22/2012 in the US and as 22/2/2012 in UK and Europe.

February 22, 2012 in February 2012 calendar

Famous people died on February 22, 2012:

• Marie Colvin

  Renowned American war correspondent known for her courageous reporting from conflict zones, particularly in the Middle East.

• Frank Carson

  Beloved Northern Irish comedian known for his distinctive comedic style, infectious laugh, and famous catchphrase 'That's the way I tell...

• Sukhbir

  Indian author and poet (b. 1925).

• Ljudmila Kasatkina
• Enzo Sellerio

Famous people who died in 2012

Famous people who died on February 22nd

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

The number 1 song in the USA on February 22, 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 22, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 22, 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 22nd 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 22, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 22, 2012 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 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 February 22, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 06:37 am and setting at 07:44 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 22, 2012

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Someone born on February 22, 2012 is:

14 years 5 months old,

or 173 months and 12 days old,

or 753 weeks and 5 days old,

or 5276 days old,

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

There are 203 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday February 22nd 2027.

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

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

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