What happened on Saturday April 25, 2009?

Here's what happened on April 25, 2009:

• Swine Flu Global Health Emergency The World Health Organization declares the emerging H1N1 influenza outbreak in Mexico and the United States a 'public health emergency of international concern'. The novel virus, a unique combination of bird, swine, and human influenza strains, has caused approximately 80 deaths and infected over 1,000 people across Mexico since its first detection in March.
• African National Congress Wins South African Election The ruling African National Congress (ANC) secures a significant victory in South Africa's general election, winning 65.9 percent of the votes. The Democratic Alliance emerges as the main opposition with 16.66 percent, while the Congress of the People captures 7.42 percent of the vote.
• North Korea Nuclear Activity North Korea begins reprocessing fuel rods at its Yongbyon Nuclear Scientific Research Center, potentially escalating international tensions regarding its nuclear program.
• ANC Loses Supermajority The African National Congress loses its supermajority in South Africa's National Assembly, signaling potential political shifts in the country's legislative landscape.
• Beatrice Arthur Passes Away Renowned American actress Beatrice Arthur, famous for her Emmy-winning roles in 'All in the Family' and 'The Golden Girls', and her Tony Award-winning performance in 'Mame', dies at age 86 from cancer in Los Angeles, California.
• Somali Piracy Incident Somali pirates seize control of the German vessel MV Patriot and subsequently free a Greek ship, highlighting ongoing maritime security challenges in the region.
• Ethiopian Political Crackdown Ethiopian authorities arrest 35 individuals in connection with Berhanu Nega's alleged plot to overthrow the government, demonstrating the state's response to perceived political threats.
• Matthew Stafford NFL Draft Matthew Stafford signs a six-year contract with the Detroit Lions worth between US$41.7 and $78 million, marking a significant milestone in his professional football career.
• Iceland Legislative Elections Iceland holds its legislative elections, reflecting the country's democratic processes in the aftermath of its significant economic challenges.
• University Professor Murder Accusation University of Georgia Professor George Zinkhan is accused of killing three people in Athens, Georgia, United States, in a shocking criminal incident.
• Chinese Publishing House Merger China's state-owned Jiangsu People's Publishing House acquires Beijing Republic Publishing, reflecting ongoing consolidation in the Chinese publishing industry.

Events in 2009

April 25, 2009: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Apr. 25, 2009

April 25, 2009: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

• Chievo - Udinese : 1 - 2
• Fiorentina - Roma : 4 - 1

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Anderlecht - Dender : 4 - 0
• Bergen - Westerlo : 0 - 2
• Charleroi - Waregem : 1 - 0
• Kortrijk - Tubize : 2 - 2
• Lokeren - Mouscron : 3 - 0

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

• Bayern Munich - Schalke 04 : 0 - 1
• Dortmund - Hamburg : 2 - 0
• Hannover - FC Koln : 2 - 1
• Leverkusen - Karlsruhe : 0 - 1
• Stuttgart - Ein Frankfurt : 2 - 0

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

• Almeria - Numancia : 2 - 1
• Malaga - La Coruna : 1 - 1
• Valencia - Barcelona : 2 - 2

April 25, 2009 was a Saturday and it was the 115th day of the year 2009 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 25, 2009 can also be written as 4/25/2009 in the US and as 25/4/2009 in UK and Europe.

April 25, 2009 in April 2009 calendar

Famous people died on April 25, 2009:

• Beatrice Arthur

  Emmy Award-winning actress and comedian best known for her iconic roles in groundbreaking sitcoms 'Maude' and 'The Golden Girls', which...

• Bea Arthur

Famous people who died in 2009

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April 25, 2009: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 25, 2009 was Boom Boom Pow by The Black Eyed Peas, according to the music chart for the week April 20th and April 26th.

1. The Black Eyed Peas - Boom Boom Pow
2. Lady GaGa - Poker Face
3. Flo Rida - Right Round
4. Soulja Boy Tell'em - Kiss Me Thru The Phone
5. Jamie Foxx - Blame It

April 25, 2009: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 25, 2009 was Blame It by Jamie Foxx Featuring T-Pain, according to the music chart for the week April 20th and April 26th.

1. Jamie Foxx Featuring T-Pain - Blame It
2. T.I. Featuring Justin Timberlake - Dead And Gone
3. Keri Hilson Featuring Lil Wayne - Turnin Me On
4. Soulja Boy Tell 'em Featuring Sammie - Kiss Me Thru The Phone
5. The-Dream - Rockin' That Thang

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 25th is Taurus.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 25, 2009: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 25, 2009 is Ox and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 25, 2009 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 25, 2009 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 April 25, 2009 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 5% full, rising at 05:51 am and setting at 10:09 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 09, 2009 while the next full moon would come on May 09, 2009.

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Your place in the Universe on April 25, 2009

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Someone born on April 25, 2009 is:

16 years and 19 days old,

or 192 months and 19 days old,

or 837 weeks and 4 days old,

or 5863 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 25, 2009?

There are 346 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday April 25th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 25, 2009?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on April 25, 2009.

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