What happened on Sunday June 22, 2008?

Here's what happened on June 22, 2008:

• Typhoon Fengshen Disaster in Philippines Typhoon Fengshen caused a massive maritime tragedy in the Philippines, resulting in over 800 deaths when a ferry was struck by the storm. Approximately 500 additional fatalities occurred during the typhoon, making it one of the deadliest natural disasters of 2008.
• Bill Gates Transitions from Microsoft After three decades as Chairman of Microsoft Corporation, Bill Gates announces his decision to step back from daily operational duties and focus on philanthropic efforts through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
• Zimbabwe Electoral Crisis Morgan Tsvangirai, the Zimbabwean opposition leader, withdraws from the June 27 runoff presidential election after his supporters were attacked by President Robert Mugabe's supporters, highlighting the intense political tension and electoral irregularities in Zimbabwe.
• Death of George Carlin Renowned American comedian George Carlin, aged 71, passed away in Los Angeles due to heart failure. Carlin was a groundbreaking stand-up comedian known for his sharp social commentary and influential comedy routines.
• Suicide Bombing in Baquba, Iraq A female suicide bomber in Baquba, Iraq, carried out a devastating attack that killed 16 people and injured 40 more, underscoring the ongoing security challenges in the region.
• Saudi Arabia Oil Summit Saudi Arabia offers a modest increase in oil production during an international oil summit held in Jeddah, addressing global concerns about energy supply and pricing.
• U.S. and South Korea Beef Export Accord The United States and South Korea reach a tentative agreement on beef exports, stipulating that the U.S. will not export beef from cattle over 30 months old. However, due to public pressure, the government decides to put the accord on hold.
• Bus Collision in Bangladesh A tragic road accident in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, resulted in nine fatalities when a large bus collided with a minibus.

Events in 2008

June 22, 2008: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Jun. 22, 2008

June 22, 2008 was a Sunday and it was the 174th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 22, 2008 can also be written as 6/22/2008 in the US and as 22/6/2008 in UK and Europe.

June 22, 2008 in June 2008 calendar

Famous people died on June 22, 2008:

• George Carlin

  Legendary American stand-up comedian known for his groundbreaking social commentary and controversial comedy routines.

• Dody Goodman

  Dody Goodman was an American comedienne best known for her role in the cult comedy series 'Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman' and her comedic...

• Jane McGrath

  Co-founder of the McGrath Foundation, an Australian breast cancer support organization dedicated to raising awareness and funding for breast...

• Natalia Bekhtereva

  Renowned Russian neuroscientist who made significant contributions to brain research and understanding human consciousness.

Famous people who died in 2008

Famous people who died on June 22nd

June 22, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 22, 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 22, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 22, 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 22nd 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 22, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 22, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 22, 2008 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 22, 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 22, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 79% full, rising at 10:48 pm and setting at 10:01 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 22, 2008

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Someone born on June 22, 2008 is:

16 years 10 months old,

or 202 months and 22 days old,

or 881 weeks and 3 days old,

or 6170 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 22, 2008?

There are 39 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday June 22nd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 22, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on June 22, 2008.

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