What happened on Sunday June 29, 2008?

Here's what happened on June 29, 2008:

• Olympic Swimming Trials: World Records Set At the United States Olympic Swimming Trials in Omaha, Nebraska, elite swimmers Katie Hoff and Michael Phelps set world records in the 400-meter individual medley, demonstrating exceptional athletic performance and setting the stage for the upcoming Beijing Olympics.
• Spain Wins UEFA Euro 2008 Championship Spain defeated Germany 1-0 in the UEFA Euro 2008 final, with Fernando Torres scoring the decisive goal. This victory marked a significant moment in Spanish football history, showcasing the team's emerging dominance in international soccer.
• Robert Mugabe Sworn in for Sixth Presidential Term in Zimbabwe After a controversial runoff presidential election marked by significant political tension, Robert Mugabe was sworn in for his sixth term as Zimbabwe's president. The election was characterized by violence and the resignation of opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai, which raised serious concerns about democratic processes in the country.
• China to Begin Talks with Dalai Lama Representatives China announced plans to initiate a new series of diplomatic talks with representatives from the Dalai Lama, signaling a potential opening for dialogue regarding Tibet's political status and cultural autonomy.
• Israeli Cabinet Approves Prisoner Swap with Hezbollah The Israeli cabinet voted in favor of a prisoner exchange with Hezbollah, a significant diplomatic and humanitarian negotiation that could potentially ease tensions in the region.
• US Delivers Food Aid to North Korea As part of a bilateral agreement, the United States delivered food aid to North Korea, representing a diplomatic gesture aimed at alleviating humanitarian concerns and potentially improving international relations.
• Bomb Blasts in Assam, India Terrorist attacks in Assam, India resulted in at least six fatalities and 39 injuries. The United Liberation Front of Asom was suspected to be responsible for these deadly bombings, highlighting ongoing regional security challenges.
• Mongolia Holds Legislative Elections Mongolian citizens participated in the 2008 legislative elections, exercising their democratic right to choose national representatives and potentially shaping the country's political landscape.
• Medical Helicopter Collision in Flagstaff A tragic helicopter collision in Flagstaff, Arizona involving medical personnel resulted in seven deaths and three critical injuries, underscoring the inherent risks in emergency medical transportation.

Events in 2008

June 29, 2008: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Jun. 29, 2008

June 29, 2008 was a Sunday and it was the 181st day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 29, 2008 can also be written as 6/29/2008 in the US and as 29/6/2008 in UK and Europe.

June 29, 2008 in June 2008 calendar

Famous people died on June 29, 2008:

• Don S Davis

  American actor and artist known for his roles in television and film, particularly in science fiction series like Twin Peaks and Stargate...

Famous people who died in 2008

Famous people who died on June 29th

June 29, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 29, 2008 was Viva La Vida by Coldplay, according to the music chart for the week June 23rd and June 29th.

1. Coldplay - Viva La Vida
2. Katy Perry - I Kissed A Girl
3. Lil Wayne - Lollipop
4. Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love
5. Rihanna - Take A Bow

June 29, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 29, 2008 was Heaven Sent by Keyshia Cole, according to the music chart for the week June 23rd and June 29th.

1. Keyshia Cole - Heaven Sent
2. Plies Featuring Ne-Yo - Bust It Baby Part 2
3. Lil Wayne Featuring Static Major - Lollipop
4. The-Dream - I Luv Your Girl
5. Chris Brown - Take You Down

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 29th 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 29, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 29, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 29, 2008 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 29, 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 29, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 01:47 am and setting at 06:25 pm.

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 29, 2008

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Someone born on June 29, 2008 is:

16 years 10 months old,

or 202 months and 10 days old,

or 879 weeks and 5 days old,

or 6158 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 29, 2008?

There are 51 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday June 29th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 29, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on June 29, 2008.

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