Monday August 25, 2008

US date format: 8/25/2008, UK date format: 25/8/2008

The day of the week was Monday, under the astrological sign of Virgo (see Chinese Zodiac and Moon Sign on August 25, 2008).

The number one song in US was Disturbia by Rihanna.

The Great Debaters, directed by Denzel Washington, was one of the most viewed movie released in 2008 while The Mercedes Coffin by Faye Kellerman was one of the best selling book.

On TV people were watching Raising the Bar. If you liked videogames you were probably playing CarneyVale: Showtime or Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe.

The US president was George W. Bush (Republican), the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour), Pope Benedict XVI was leading the Catholic Church.

But much more happened that day: find out below.

Events | Famous Deaths | Zodiac | Calendar and Day of Week | Movies | TV Series | Music charts | Magazine covers | Books | Videogames

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August 25, 2008 Events

What happened on August 25, 2008?


Historical Events

  • 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.
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What happened on August 25 in history? Find out the list of August 25th major events

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August 25, 2008 Famous Deaths


Who died on August 25, 2008?

Other August 25th famous deaths

  • American singer, dancer, actress, and model.

  • American writer whose books include "Other Voices, Other Rooms," 1948, "In Cold Blood," 1966 and "Answered Prayers," 1976.

  • founder of the American Nazi Party (d. 1967).

  • American musician, composer and bandleader whose progressive influence in music made him a controversial figure in jazz for nearly 40 years.

See all famous people who died on August 25th

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August 25, 2008 Zodiac


Western Zodiac - Astrological Sign

 zodiac sign

Virgo

Virgo personality

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

Personality of August born

Chinese Zodiac

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Rat

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August 25, 2008 Day of the Week and Calendar

What day of the week was August 25, 2008?


The day of the week was Monday.

August 25th marks the 237th day of the Gregorian calendar for the year 2008.

There are 128 days remaining until the end of the year. Calculate the number of days between two dates.

Movies

Which were the most popular Movies released in those months?
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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

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Music charts

What was the number one song on August 25, 2008? Which were the top hits on August 25, 2008?
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Top #5 songs in the USA

  1. - Disturbiayoutube
  2. - Crush
  3. - Forever
  4. - I Kissed A Girl
  5. - Viva La Vidayoutube

Top #5 R&B songs

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

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
Sport Games on August 25, 2008

Sport Games on August 25, 2008


Bundesliga 2

Football (Germany)
  • Kaiserslautern - Nurnberg : 2 - 1
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Division 2

Football (France)
  • Nimes - Lens : 1 - 2
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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
See all Football game results of August 25, 2008

Premier League

UK Soccer
  • Portsmouth - Man United : 0 - 1
See all Football game results of August 25, 2008

TV Series

Which were the most popular TV Series released in those months?
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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

Magazine Covers

What news were making the headlines those days in August 2008?

Books

Which were the most popular books released in the last weeks?
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The Mercedes Coffin by Faye Kellerman

The Mercedes Coffin

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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 Host by Stephenie Meyer

The Host

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The #1 bestseller is now a major motion movie: "Starting and addictive." . . . A story about love, loyalty, and family. -USA TodayMelanie Stryder refuses to fade away.

The Way Of The World by Ron Suskind

The Way Of The World

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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.

Are You There by Chelsea Handler

Are You There

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Chelsea Handler turns to vodka when she needs to clear her head. It seems reasonable when you consider that her boyfriend had an affair with someone else.

The Gargoyle by Andrew Davidson

The Gargoyle

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The Gargoyle is a New York Times Bestseller. It's the captivating story of one man’s descent into personal hell, and his search for redemption.

Videogames

What videogames would you be playing back in the days?

CarneyVale: Showtime

CarneyVale: Showtime

Platform: Games for Windows – Live Windows Phone 7 Xbox Live Indie Games

Genre: Platform game

Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios

Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe

Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe

Platform: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Midway Games

Battle of the Bands

Battle of the Bands

Platform: Wii

Genre: Rhythm game

Publisher: THQ

The Chronicles of Spellborn

The Chronicles of Spellborn

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Massively multiplayer online role-playing game

Publisher: Frogster Interactive Mindscape Acclaim Games

Barnyard Blast: Swine of the Night

Barnyard Blast: Swine of the Night

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Vintage-style action shooter

Publisher: NA DSI Games; EU Bigben Interactive, Neko Entertainment

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Financial News

Stock Markets and Exchange Rates


Stock Markets

  • 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

  • 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

Frequently Asked Questions

What day of the week was on August 25, 2008?

On August 25, 2008 the day of the week was Monday.

What zodiac sign is August 25, 2008?

On August 25, 2008 the zodiac sign was Virgo.

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 Pope Benedict XVI was leading the Catholic Church.

Which famous people died on August 25, 2008?

Famous people died on August 25, 2008 include, Kevin Duckworth, Elvira Dávila Ortiz, Joseph Tal.