Monday August 25, 2008: on this day

August 25, 2008 was the 238th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Monday.

Is August 25, 2008 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 25, 2008, who was born and died on August 25, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 25, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. Disturbia by Rihanna), movies (e.g. The Great Debaters, directed by Denzel Washington), TV series (e.g. Raising The Bar) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 25th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 25, 2008?


August 25, 2008 was a Monday and it was the 238th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 25, 2008 can also be written as 8/25/2008 in the US and as 25/8/2008 in UK and Europe.

August 25, 2008 in August 2008 calendar

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August 25, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 25, 2008:

  • The 2008 alaska quarter-dollar coin is now in circulation at the us mint
  • Canadian authorities have reported that 12 people died from the listeriais epidemic linked to a maple leaf foods plant located in toronto.
  • Denver, colorado is the site of the 2008 national convention of the u.s. democratic party.
  • Tropical storm gustav forms in atlantic ocean, heading for haiti and the dominican republic.
  • Former prime minister nawaz sharif announced that he will be withdrawing his pakistan muslim league(n) party (from the governing coalition in pakistan).
  • Russia may arm its baltic fleet with nukes for the first time since the cold war.
  • As condoleezza rice, secretary of state of the united states, visited the area, israel released 199 palestinian prisoners.
  • 2008 south ossetia war:
  • After the russian troops left, traffic began to return to georgia's main east/west highway.
  • France has called for a summit of european union leaders to discuss the conflict in georgia next week.
  • Lovemore moyo was elected speaker of zimbabwe's house of assembly. since 1980, he is the country's first opposition speaker.
  • The federation council of russia is the highest house of the federal assembly and urges president trump to recognize the independence of georgia's separatist regions of south ossetia and abkhazia.
  • Evidence suggests that the russian army participated in looting at poti, georgia.

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August 25, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 25, 2008:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $80.27
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $176.15
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $27.61
  • General Electric GE: opens at $29.04
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $124.48

Exchange Rates on August 25, 2008:

  • 1 USD = 109.32 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0504 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0956 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8487 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 161.28 JPY

August 25, 2008: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Kaiserslautern - Nurnberg : 2 - 1

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Nimes - Lens : 1 - 2

Conference - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Altrincham - Wrexham : 1 - 1
  • Burton - Kidderminster : 2 - 2
  • Cambridge - Kettering Town : 0 - 2
  • Forest Green - Weymouth : 4 - 1
  • Grays - Eastbourne Borough : 0 - 1

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Portsmouth - Man United : 0 - 1
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August 25, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 25th is Virgo.

Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.

Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 25, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 25, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on August 25th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 25, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 25, 2008 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 25, 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 August 25, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 19% full, rising at 12:00 am and setting at 05:07 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 16, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Sep 15, 2008.

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Who was born on August 25, 2008?


Whose famous birthday is on August 25th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 25th:

  • Sean Connery
    Sean Connery

    Scottish actor and film legend for his role as agent 007 in "james bond".

  • Yifei Liu
    Yifei Liu

    Yifei liu is a chinese actress known for her role as mulan in the 2020 live-action adaptation of the disney animated film.

  • Blake Lively
    Blake Lively

    Blake lively is an american actress known for her role as serena van der woodsen in the television series gossip girl.

  • Billy Ray Cyrus
    Billy Ray Cyrus

    Billy ray cyrus is an american singer and actor, best known for his hit single 'achy breaky heart' and for his role as robby stewart on the...

  • Claudia Schiffer
    Claudia Schiffer

    German model and considered the prettiest woman in the world by some.

  • Tim Burton
    Tim Burton

    American filmmaker, whose films have a gothic feel.

  • Rachel Bilson
    Rachel Bilson

    American actress.

  • Elvis Costello
    Elvis Costello

    Elvis costello is a british rock singer known for his distinctive voice and eclectic musical style, blending elements of punk, new wave, and...

  • Jonathan Togo
    Jonathan Togo

    Togo, an american actor, plays the role of ryan wolfe, a police officer, on csi miami (tvaeur(tm), tvaeur(tm), a hit crime series starring...

  • George Wallace
    George Wallace

    American politician, who served three terms as the democratic governor for alabama beginning in 1963.

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August 25, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years 7 months old,

or 187 months and 3 days old,

or 813 weeks and 3 days old,

or 5694 days old,

if you were born on August 25, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 25, 2008?

There are 150 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 25th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 25, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 25, 2008.

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August 25, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 25, 2008:

  • Kevin Duckworth

    American basketball player (born 1964).

  • Ahmad Faraz

    Prominent Urdu poet known for his romantic and revolutionary poetry.

  • Pavle Kozjek

    Slovenian photographer and mountaineer (d. 2008).

  • Josef Tal
  • Mario Tortul
  • Barbara Freking
  • Franco Martinelli
  • Marpessa Dawn
  • Randa Chahal Sabag
  • Pehr Henrik Nordgren
  • Elvira Dávila Ortiz
  • Guy Ducoloné
  • Vassili Nesterenko

What famous deaths happened on August 25th?

Famous deaths on August 25th:

  • Paul Muni
    Paul Muni

    Paul muni was an american actor known for his roles in scarface, the story of louis pasteur, and the life of emile zola.

  • Samantha Smith
    Samantha Smith

    American actress/activist (elizabeth lime street), who dies at the age of 13 (born 1972).

  • Marvin Kaplan
    Marvin Kaplan

    American screenwriter and producer of actor actors.

  • William Hall
    William Hall

    Canadian soldier victoria cross recipient (d. 1904).

  • Jamas Faraday

    Jamas Faraday was a British chemist and physicist who contributed to the study of electromagnetism and electrochemistry.

  • Aaliyah Haughton

    Aaliyah was an American singer, actress, and model who was a major figure in R&B and pop music in the 1990s.

  • Petr Neruda

    Chilean poet-diplomat and politician, often considered one of the greatest literary figures of his country.

  • Kenetra Aaliyah

    Renowned R&B singer known for hits like 'Try Again' and 'Are You That Somebody'.

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August 25, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 25, 2008:

  • Roman festivals - Opiconsivia held in honor of Ops.
  • RC Saints - Genesius of Arles, Saint Louis IX of France, Saint Joseph Calasanz
  • Uruguay - National Day (independence from Brazil in 1825).
  • Philippines - National Heroes' Day.
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August 25, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 25, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 25th and August 31st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 25, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 25, 2008 was Disturbia by Rihanna, according to the music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.

August 25, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 25, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 25th and August 31st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Disturbia youtube
  2. - Crush
  3. - Forever
  4. - I Kissed A Girl
  5. - Viva La Vida youtube

August 25, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 25, 2008 was Take A Bow by Rihanna, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.

August 25, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 25, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 25th and August 31st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Take A Bow
  2. - Heaven Sent
  3. - A Milli
  4. - Need U Bad
  5. - Put On

August 25, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 25, 2008 was Te Quiero by Flex, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.

August 25, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 25, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 25th and August 31st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Te Quiero
  2. - No Me Doy Por Vencido
  3. - Para Siempre
  4. - Si No Te Hubieras Ido
  5. - Hasta El Dia De Hoy

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August 25, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 25, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Great Debaters

The Great Debaters

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Denzel Washington

Starring: Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, Kimberly Elise, Nate Parker

Country: United States of America

Zack and Miri Make a Porno

Zack and Miri Make a Porno

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Kevin Smith

Starring: Seth Rogen, Elizabeth Banks, Craig Robinson, Gerry Bednob

Country: United States of America

He's Just Not That Into You

He's Just Not That Into You

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Ken Kwapis

Starring: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connelly, Morgan Lily

Country: United States of America

Righteous Kill

Righteous Kill

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Jon Avnet

Starring: Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, Carla Gugino, 50 Cent

Country: United States of America

Fighting

Fighting

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Dito Montiel

Starring: Channing Tatum, Terrence Howard, Luis Guzmán, Zulay Henao

Country: United States of America

August 25, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 25, 2008 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Raising the Bar

Raising the Bar

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Clay Glen

Destroyed in Seconds

Destroyed in Seconds

Release year: 2008

Spooks: Code 9

Spooks: Code 9

Release year: 2008

Under One Roof

Under One Roof

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Todd Wilson

Sekirei

Sekirei

Release year: 2008

August 25, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 25, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Bourne Sanction by Eric Van Lustbader

The Bourne Sanction

By:

Jason Bourne, after so many adrenaline-soaked and risky years, is now content with the quiet life as a linguistics professor. His frustrations are recognized by his academic mentor who asks him for assistance investigating.

The Mercedes Coffin by Faye Kellerman

The Mercedes Coffin

By:

Genoa Greeves, a billionaire, believes that the LAPD should solve the 15-year-old execution style murder of Bennett Little, her teacher. This is especially important now that Primo Ekerling, a Hollywood music producer has been murdered in an

The Dark Side by Jane Mayer

The Dark Side

By:

National Bestseller in The New York Times 10 Best Books Of The Year. With a New AfterwordNational Book Critics Circle Award Finalist Best Book of the year: Salon, Slate

The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch, Jeffrey Zaslow

The Last Lecture

By:

Many professors give talks entitled "The Last Lecture". Professors are asked about their death and what is most important to them.

The Way Of The World by Ron Suskind

The Way Of The World

By:

Ron Suskind, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, and bestselling author, offers a shocking look at America's lost path and the struggle of the nation to regain its moral compass.

August 25, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 25, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Bigfoot: Collision Course

Bigfoot: Collision Course

Platform: Windows, Nintendo DS, Wii

Genre: Driving game

Publisher: Zoo Games

Chaos;Head

Chaos;Head

Platform: Windows, Xbox 360, PSP, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita, iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad,[1] Android

Genre: Psychological thriller, sci-fi, supernatural, romance

Publisher: Nitroplus (Windows) 5pb. (X360, PS3, PSP, PSV, iOS, ANRD) Naotaka Hayashi (scenario writer) Choco (product designer) Toshimichi Isoe, Takeshi Abo (composers) Mutsumi Sasaki (character designer)

Block Breaker Deluxe

Block Breaker Deluxe

Platform: Mobile phone, iPod, N-Gage, Windows, Wii (WiiWare)

Genre: Breakout clone

250 Mannin no Kanken Wii de Tokoton Kanji Nou

250 Mannin no Kanken Wii de Tokoton Kanji Nou

Genre: Educational game

BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger

BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger

Platform: Arcade, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Portable, Xbox 360, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Fighting game

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Who was the US President on August 25, 2008?

On August 25, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 25, 2008?

On August 25, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 25, 2008?

On August 25, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about August 25th?

August 25th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 25th day of the month of August. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on August 25th, such as:

  • 2018 - California auction sells a 1962 ferrari 250 gto for $48.4 million. this makes it the most expensive car ever to be sold at auction.
  • 2017 - War in afghanistan: new zealand has announced the deployment of three additional non-combat military personnel to afghanistan. this increases its military commitment to 13. (reuters) four gunmen attacked a shiite mosque, kabul, afghanistan. at least 20 people were killed.
  • 2016 - Philippine drug war: rodrigo duterte's drug war has claimed 1,900 lives.

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What happened in 2008?

2008 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • The US$100 per barrel price for crude oil is the highest ever recorded.
  • The Democratic caucuses in Iowa, USA choose Barack Obama to be their presidential candidate on November 8. Hillary Clinton, the national front-runner, is third behind John Edwards. Mike Huckabee was chosen by the Republican caucuses over Mitt Romney.
  • Seldom seen snowfalls in southeast Florida, USA.

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What was the calendar for August 2008?

August 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

Discover how August 2008 calendar looked like.

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