Thursday March 29, 2012: on this day

March 29, 2012 was the 89th day of the year 2012, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is March 29, 2012 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on March 29, 2012, who was born and died on March 29, 2012, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 29, 2012, which were the most popular songs (ex. We Are Young by Fun.), movies (e.g. Moneyball, directed by Bennett Miller), TV series (e.g. Die Chefin) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 29th, 2012 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 29, 2012?


March 29, 2012 was a Thursday and it was the 89th day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 29, 2012 can also be written as 3/29/2012 in the US and as 29/3/2012 in UK and Europe.

March 29, 2012 in March 2012 calendar

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March 29, 2012: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 29, 2012:

  • Adrienne rich, an essayist, poet and public intellectual, has died. she is credited with helping to bring the oppression against women and lesbians into the forefront of poetic discourse.
  • Spanish workers strike in protest of government austerity measures.
  • After ministers advised motorists to fill up their fuel tanks in advance of possible strikes by fuel tanker drivers, queues formed at petrol stations throughout the united kingdom.
  • Research in motion, a pioneer in smart phones, announces major changes in executive ranks as well as a strategic review in the earnings report.
  • At least 13 people have been killed in the san pedro sula prison, honduras.
  • For the 2012 brics summit, leaders from south africa, india and china meet in new delhi (india).
  • Bologna and verona were set ablaze by two italians.
  • Ankara police use tear gas and water cannons to attack thousands of protestors.
  • Hana shalabi is exiled from gaza strip after her 43-day hunger strike.
  • Due to claims that he knew of plans to help saudi arabia build a weapon plant, sten tolgfors has resigned as swedish minister for defence.
  • Shaul mofaz, an iranian-born israeli politician, is elected leader of kadima and israel's leader for opposition.
  • George galloway of respect party wins bradford west constituency in the united kingdom house of commons election.
  • After routine tests revealed that viaspan, which is used to preserve donor organs, contained bacillus cereus, the uk government believes viaspan could have been contaminated.
  • After signing a four year contract, stuart lancaster was named england's permanent rugby union head coach.

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March 29, 2012: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on March 29, 2012:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $85.32
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $612.78
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $32.06
  • General Electric GE: opens at $19.82
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $206.09

Exchange Rates on March 29, 2012:

  • 1 USD = 82.38 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.9967 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.9062 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.3058 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 109.58 JPY
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March 29, 2012: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 29th is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 29, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 29, 2012 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on March 29th, 2012 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 29, 2012: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 29, 2012 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 29, 2012 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 March 29, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 44% full, rising at 10:48 am and setting at 01:55 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 08, 2012 while the next full moon would come on Apr 06, 2012.

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Who was born on March 29, 2012?


Famous people born on March 29, 2012:

  • Isla Elizabeth Phillips

Whose famous birthday is on March 29th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 29th:

  • Lucy Lawless
    Lucy Lawless

    New zealand actress, singer, and activist.

  • Terence Hill
    Terence Hill

    Italian-german-american film actor, who debuted onscreen in 1962.

  • Chris D'Elia
    Chris D'Elia

    Chris d'elia is a comedian known for his stand-up specials and appearances in tv shows and movies.

  • Brendan Gleeson
    Brendan Gleeson

    Brendan gleeson is an irish actor known for his roles in films such as braveheart, gangs of new york, and the harry potter series.

  • Eric Idle
    Eric Idle

    British member of the insane "monty python” group.

  • Amy Sedaris
    Amy Sedaris

    American screenwriter and actress.

  • Michel Hazanavicius
    Michel Hazanavicius

    French producer, screenwriter, and film director.

  • Bud Cort
    Bud Cort

    American screenwriter and actor.

  • Pearl Bailey
    Pearl Bailey

    American entertainer, in vaudeville and nightclubs, films, and records.

  • Brigitte Horney
    Brigitte Horney

    German actress, internationally recognized, of stage and film and tv.

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March 29, 2012: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 11 years 11 months old,

or 143 months and 28 days old,

or 626 weeks

or 4382 days old,

if you were born on March 29, 2012.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 29, 2012?

There are 1 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday March 29th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 29, 2012?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on March 29, 2012.

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March 29, 2012: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 29, 2012:

  • Lonnie Napier

    Renowned poet known for his impactful verses on social issues.

  • Bill Jenkins

    American race car driver and engineer (b. 1930).

  • Pap Cheyassin Secka

    Gambian lawyer and politician, 8th attorney general of the gambia (b. 1942).

  • Luke Askew
  • Jacques Carelman
  • Juan Echecopar
  • Andrea Frezza
  • Giombattista Xiumè
  • Csilla Nagy
  • Rinaldo Seri
  • Olimpia Cavalli
  • Jorge Villalmanzo

What famous deaths happened on March 29th?

Famous deaths on March 29th:

  • Terry Moore
    Terry Moore

    Columbia offered her a contract while she was still in her teens.

  • Andy Hallett
    Andy Hallett

    American actor and singer (born 1975).

  • Marc Platt
    Marc Platt

    American actor, singer, and dancer (d. 2014.

  • Bill Travers
    Bill Travers

    Newcastle-on-tyne (england) -- actor (born free gorgo).

  • Calvin Lockhart
    Calvin Lockhart

    Bahamian-american actor (d. 2007.

  • Rico Yan
    Rico Yan

    Philippine actor (born 1975).

  • Nikodem Bernstein

    Renowned composer known for his innovative orchestral works.

  • Lillieanna Ferrari

    Renowned actress known for her captivating performances on stage and screen.

  • Helyne Zimmerman

    Renowned actress known for her versatile roles in film and theater.

  • Lendy Barris

    Renowned for contributions to the study of galaxies.

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March 29, 2012: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 29, 2012:

  • St. Bertold (d.1179)
  • Blessed Hugo (d.1239)
  • St. Ludolf of Ratzeburg (d.1250)
  • St. Eustace
  • Memorial day and commemoration of the 1947 revolt against French colonisation in Madagascar
  • Youth Day in Taiwan
  • Festival of Ishtar.
  • St. Jonas (d. 327)
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March 29, 2012: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 29, 2012 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 26th and April 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 29, 2012: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 29, 2012 was We Are Young by Fun., according to the music chart for the week March 26th and April 1st.

March 29, 2012: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 29, 2012 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 26th and April 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - We Are Young
  2. - Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You) youtube
  3. - Glad You Came
  4. - Set Fire To The Rain
  5. - Somebody That I Used To Know

March 29, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 29, 2012 was Love On Top by Beyonce, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 26th and April 1st.

March 29, 2012: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 29, 2012 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 26th and April 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Love On Top
  2. - The Motto
  3. - Strip
  4. - Birthday Cake
  5. - Lotus Flower Bomb

March 29, 2012: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on March 29, 2012 was Bailando Por El Mundo by Juan Magan Featuring Pitbull & El Cata, according to the Latin music chart for the week March 26th and April 1st.

March 29, 2012: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on March 29, 2012 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week March 26th and April 1st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Bailando Por El Mundo
  2. - Intentalo
  3. - Dutty Love
  4. - Las Cosas Pequenas
  5. - Llamada de Mi Ex

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March 29, 2012: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 29, 2012 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Moneyball

Moneyball

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Bennett Miller

Starring: Brad Pitt, Robin Wright, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman

Country: United States of America

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Brad Bird

Starring: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, Paula Patton

Country: United States of America

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

Release year: 2012

Directed by: John Madden

Starring: Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Maggie Smith, Tom Wilkinson

Country: United States of America

American Reunion

American Reunion

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg

Starring: Jason Biggs, Alyson Hannigan, Seann William Scott, Chris Klein

Country: United States of America

Killer Joe

Killer Joe

Release year: 2012

Directed by: William Friedkin

Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Emile Hirsch, Juno Temple, Thomas Haden Church

Country: United States of America

March 29, 2012: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 29, 2012 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Die Chefin

Die Chefin

Release year: 2012

The Girl's Guide to Depravity

The Girl's Guide to Depravity

Release year: 2012

Les hommes de l'ombre

Les hommes de l'ombre

Release year: 2012

Touch

Touch

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Minh Nguyen

Scandal

Scandal

Release year: 2012

Country: United States of America

March 29, 2012: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 29, 2012 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Dance With Dragons by George R. R. Martin

A Dance With Dragons

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES SELLER * THE BOOK BEHIND FIFTH SEASON of THE ACCLAIMED HOBBY SERIES GAME OVER THRONES

The Power Of Habit by Charles Duhigg

The Power Of Habit

By:

OVER 60 WEEKS IN THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER LIBRARY

The Thief by Clive Cussler and Justin Scott

The Thief

By:

Isaac Bell is the only one who can save this invention. Two European scientists have a breakthrough idea and are based on the ocean liner Mauretania.

Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson

Steve Jobs

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Walter Isaacson's "enthralling", (The New Yorker), worldwide bestseller biography about Apple co-founder Steve Jobs was the inspiration for the film Steve Jobs, starring Michael Fassbender and Kate Winslet, Seth Rogen and Jeff Daniels.

Kill Shot by Vince Flynn

Kill Shot

By:

#1 New York Times bestselling author American Assassin--soon a major motion movie Vince Flynn's riveting #1 New York Times bestseller places the young, hungry and lethal superagent American Assassin in danger, even as he kills without impunity.

March 29, 2012: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 29, 2012 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Dyad

Dyad

Platform: PlayStation 3, Microsoft Windows, OS X, Linux

Genre: Racing, Puzzle, Shooter, Music

Publisher: Right Square Bracket Left Square Bracket

Call of Cthulhu: The Wasted Land

Call of Cthulhu: The Wasted Land

Platform: iOS, Microsoft Windows, Android

Genre: Tactical role-playing

Publisher: Red Wasp Design

Awesomenauts

Awesomenauts

Platform: PlayStation 3 Xbox 360 Microsoft Windows OS X Linux PlayStation 4 Xbox One

Genre: Multiplayer online battle arena

Publisher: Microsoft Windows, OS X, Linux, Xbox One, PlayStation 4; Ronimo Games; PlayStation 3, Xbox 360; dtp entertainment

BlayzBloo: Clone Phantasma

BlayzBloo: Clone Phantasma

Platform: Nintendo 3DS

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Arc System Works

Art Academy: Lessons for Everyone!

Art Academy: Lessons for Everyone!

Platform: Nintendo 3DS

Genre: Art training game (edutainment video game)

Publisher: Nintendo

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Who was the US President on March 29, 2012?

On March 29, 2012 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 29, 2012?

On March 29, 2012 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 29, 2012?

On March 29, 2012 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about March 29th?

March 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th day of the month of March. 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 March 29th, such as:

  • 2019 - After cyclone idai's devastation, the number of cholera-infected people in mozambique jumped to 139.
  • 2018 - 2016 berlin attack: five tunisians arrested by italian police for links to anis amri. this tunisian was responsible for the terror attack on december 16, 2016.
  • 2017 - Turkish military intervention in syria: the turkish prime minister binali yildirim announces the end of opera euphrates shield. it was an international military operation against isil. he added: "any operation that follows this one will be called something else." (deutsche welle),

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What happened in 2012?

2012 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Arab Spring
  • The Arab Inter-parliamentary Union is an advisory body to Arab League and calls for the removal its monitors in Syria. They claim that they inadvertently help the government cover-up ongoing violence.
  • Syrian opposition groups claim that more than 5,800 people were killed in violence during 2011.

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What was the calendar for March 2012?

March 2012 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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.

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