Monday June 30, 2008

US date format: 6/30/2008, UK date format: 30/6/2008

The day of the week was Monday, under the astrological sign of Cancer (see Chinese Zodiac and Moon Sign on June 30, 2008).

Famous birthdays on this day include Marcello Maddalena .

The number one song in US was I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry.

The Dark Knight, directed by Christopher Nolan, was one of the most viewed movie released in 2008 while Twilight by Stephenie Meyer was one of the best selling book.

On TV people were watching Under One Roof. If you liked videogames you were probably playing Captain Rainbow or Call of Duty: World at War – Final Fronts.

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

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June 30, 2008 Events

What happened on June 30, 2008?


Historical Events

  • US President George Bush signs US$162 Billion war spending bill to Afghanistan and Iraq.
  • 33 militants were killed in an attack by the International Security Assistance Force in Khost Province.
  • The African Union meets in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. Robert Mugabe, representing Zimbabwe, was recently reelected President of Zimbabwe.
  • Peru's largest mining union federation begins strike action to press the Congress of Peru for better labor benefits.
  • Minutes after taking off from Khartoum International airport, an Ilyushin Il-76 crashed. All four Russian crew members were killed. This is the second major crash of an aircraft in the country this week.
  • Disaster at MV "Princess of the Stars"
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What happened on June 30 in history? Find out the list of June 30th major events

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June 30, 2008 Famous Birthdays


Who was born on June 30, 2008?

Other June 30th famous birthdays

  • Mike Tyson

    American boxer, undisputed heavyweight champion 6/28/1985 following his first round knockout of previously unbeaten Michael Spinks in Atlantic City, NJ. Elusive, 5' 11", 220 lbs, and devastating in the ring, "Iron Mike" is as close to perfection as a fighter can be. He is estimated to be worth some $50 million.

  • Retired American swimmer, most decorated olympian of all time with a total of 22 medals.

  • English singer, songwriter, and television personality, she appeared on a reality television series in 2002 and rose to fame as a member of the group Girls Aloud. Her subsequent albums became hits. In 2008 she was selected to be a judge for X Factor, a British singing competiton. Her good looks and fashion sense have landed her on fashion magazine …

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How old am I?

If June 30, 2008 is your birthday you are 14 years old. Find out how old you are in years, months, weeks and days and how long until your next birthday on June 30.

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June 30, 2008 Famous Deaths


Who died on June 30, 2008?

Other June 30th famous deaths

  • Margaux Hemingway

    American fashion model, actress, and member of noted family.

  • American fashion model, actress, and member of noted family.

  • Phyllis Hyman

    R&B / Jazz singer (Prime of My Life), suicides at 45.

  • American country-western guitarist and songwriter who rose from poverty to international fame.

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June 30, 2008 Zodiac


Western Zodiac - Astrological Sign

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Cancer

Cancer personality

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

Personality of June born

Chinese Zodiac

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June 30, 2008 Day of the Week and Calendar

What day of the week was June 30, 2008?


The day of the week was Monday.

June 30th marks the 181st day of the Gregorian calendar for the year 2008.

There are 184 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 Dark Knight

The Dark Knight

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Christopher Nolan

Starring: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Michael Caine

Country: United States of America

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

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

Fighting

Fighting

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Dito Montiel

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

Country: United States of America

The Hitcher

The Hitcher

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Dave Meyers

Starring: Sean Bean, Sophia Bush, Zachary Knighton, Neal McDonough

Country: United States of America

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Music charts

What was the number one song on June 30, 2008? Which were the top hits on June 30, 2008?
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Top #5 songs in the USA

  1. - I Kissed A Girl
  2. - Lollipop
  3. - Bleeding Loveyoutube
  4. - Take A Bow
  5. - Pocketful Of Sunshine

Top #5 R&B songs

  1. - Heaven Sent
  2. - Lollipop
  3. - Bust It Baby Part 2
  4. - A Milli
  5. - I Luv Your Girl

Top #5 Latin songs

  1. - Te Quiero
  2. - Si No Te Hubieras Ido
  3. - Hasta El Dia De Hoy
  4. - Donde Estan Corazon
  5. - Tu Adios No Mata

TV Series

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

Under One Roof

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Todd Wilson

Sekirei

Sekirei

Release year: 2008

Moon Machines

Moon Machines

Release year: 2008

Starring: Robert Seamans, Wernher von Braun, John F. Kennedy, Frank Borman

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Greensburg

Greensburg

Release year: 2008

Psychic Kids: Children of the Paranormal

Psychic Kids: Children of the Paranormal

Release year: 2008

Directed by: various

Magazine Covers

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

Books

Which were the most popular books released in the last weeks?
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Twilight by Stephenie Meyer

Twilight

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Isabella Swan moved to Forks in Washington. It was a small and rainy place. Isabella's life changes dramatically when she meets Edward Cullen.

The Downhill Lie by Carl Hiaasen

The Downhill Lie

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Carl Hiaasen, best-selling author, wisely gave up golfing in 1973. However, some dreams never die. As the years went by and the memories of hooks and slices faded, it became clear that there was still something more.

The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski

The Story of Edgar Sawtelle

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This extraordinary debut novel has become a modern classic. Born mute and speaking only sign language, Edgar Sawtelle lives a happy life on his farm in remote northern Wisconsin with his parents.

New Moon by Stephenie Meyer

New Moon

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Twilight has captivated millions of readers and they are eager to read more. Stephenie Meyer's New Moon is another captivating combination of romance, suspense, and a supernatural twist.

The Beach House by Jane Green

The Beach House

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The New York Times Bestseller and the ultimate beach read by Nan Powell, author of Promises to Keep & Another Piece of My Heart Nan Powell. She is a sixty-five year-old who is free-spirited.

Videogames

What videogames would you be playing back in the days?

Captain Rainbow

Captain Rainbow

Platform: Wii

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Nintendo

Call of Duty: World at War – Final Fronts

Call of Duty: World at War – Final Fronts

Platform: PlayStation 2[1][2]

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Activision

Command & Conquer 3: Kane's Wrath

Command & Conquer 3: Kane's Wrath

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Xbox 360

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Conflict: Denied Ops

Conflict: Denied Ops

Platform: Xbox 360; PlayStation 3; Microsoft Windows; Cloud (OnLive)

Genre: Tactical shooter

Publisher: Eidos Interactive

250 Mannin no Kanken Wii de Tokoton Kanji Nou

250 Mannin no Kanken Wii de Tokoton Kanji Nou

Genre: Educational game

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Financial News

Stock Markets and Exchange Rates


Stock Markets

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $86.81
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $170.04
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $27.65
  • General Electric GE: opens at $26.35
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $119.99

Exchange Rates

  • 1 USD = 106.07 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0204 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0208 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8544 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 167.1 JPY

Frequently Asked Questions

What day of the week was on June 30, 2008?

On June 30, 2008 the day of the week was Monday.

What zodiac sign is June 30, 2008?

On June 30, 2008 the zodiac sign was Cancer.

Who was the US President on June 30, 2008?

On June 30, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 30, 2008?

On June 30, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on June 30, 2008?

On June 30, 2008 Pope Benedict XVI was leading the Catholic Church.

Which famous people are born on June 30, 2008?

On June 30, 2008 several famous people were born including, Marcello Maddalena.

Which famous people died on June 30, 2008?

Famous people died on June 30, 2008 include, Ángel Tavira, Harry Brautigam.