What happened on Saturday August 09, 2008?

Here's what happened on August 09, 2008:

• 2008 South Ossetia War A significant military conflict between Russia and Georgia erupted in South Ossetia, resulting in extensive casualties and international tension. The conflict involved Russian military intervention in the disputed Georgian region, with both sides suffering significant losses.
• 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing The 2008 Summer Olympics were held in Beijing, China, marking a significant global sporting event that showcased international athletic excellence and cultural exchange.
• Czech Shooter Wins First Olympic Gold Katerina Emmons from the Czech Republic won the women's 10m air rifle competition, securing the first gold medal of the 2008 Summer Olympics and setting new Olympic records in both qualifying and final scores.
• Chinese Weightlifter Sets Olympic Records Chen Xiexia, a Chinese weightlifter, made history by setting Olympic records in the clean and jerk and total weight lifted, winning China's first two gold medals of the Summer Olympics.
• Bernie Mac Dies Beloved American comedian Bernie Mac passed away at 50 years old in a Chicago hospital due to complications from pneumonia, leaving a significant void in the entertainment world.
• Rabies Outbreak in Venezuela A severe rabies outbreak transmitted by vampire bats resulted in the tragic death of at least 38 Warao Indigenous people in Venezuela, highlighting the serious public health risks in the region.
• Deadly Mudslide in Burkina Faso A catastrophic mudslide at an illegal gold mine in Burkina Faso claimed the lives of at least 31 people, underscoring the dangerous working conditions in artisanal mining operations.
• Katy Perry Tops US Charts Katy Perry's hit song 'I Kissed A Girl' was the number one song in the United States on August 9, 2008, representing a significant moment in pop music culture.

Events in 2008

August 09, 2008: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Aug. 09, 2008

August 09, 2008: What were the main match results that day?

Le Championnat - Football (France)

• Auxerre - Nantes : 2 - 1
• Bordeaux - Caen : 2 - 1
• Le Havre - Nice : 1 - 0
• Le Mans - Lorient : 0 - 1
• Monaco - Paris SG : 1 - 0

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

• Birmingham - Sheffield United : 1 - 0
• Blackpool - Bristol City : 0 - 1
• Cardiff - Southampton : 2 - 1
• Charlton - Swansea : 2 - 0
• Coventry - Norwich : 2 - 0

Conference - Football (United Kingdom)

• Crawley Town - York : 0 - 1
• Eastbourne Borough - Rushden & D : 0 - 1
• Ebbsfleet - Mansfield : 2 - 2
• Histon - Torquay : 1 - 1
• Kettering Town - Forest Green : 1 - 1

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

• Airdrie Utd - Partick : 0 - 1
• Dundee - Clyde : 1 - 0
• Dunfermline - Queen of Sth : 2 - 1
• Livingston - Ross County : 2 - 0
• Morton - St Johnstone : 2 - 2

August 09, 2008 was a Saturday and it was the 222nd day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 09, 2008 can also be written as 8/9/2008 in the US and as 9/8/2008 in UK and Europe.

August 09, 2008 in August 2008 calendar

Famous people died on August 09, 2008:

• Bernie Mac

  Renowned African American comedian and actor known for his sharp wit, stand-up comedy, and roles in films like 'The Original Kings of...

• Mahmoud Darwish

  Mahmoud Darwish was a renowned Palestinian poet and intellectual who became a powerful voice for Palestinian identity, resistance, and...

• Enrico Martellini
• John P. Costas
• Yodrak Salakjai

Famous people who died in 2008

Famous people who died on August 9th

August 09, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 09, 2008 was I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry, according to the music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

1. Katy Perry - I Kissed A Girl
2. Rihanna - Take A Bow
3. Chris Brown - Forever
4. Rihanna - Disturbia
5. Coldplay - Viva La Vida

August 09, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 09, 2008 was Heaven Sent by Keyshia Cole, according to the music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

1. Keyshia Cole - Heaven Sent
2. Lil Wayne - A Milli
3. Rihanna - Take A Bow
4. The-Dream - I Luv Your Girl
5. Chris Brown - Take You Down

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 9th is Leo.

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August 09, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 09, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 09, 2008 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 09, 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 09, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 62% full, rising at 02:52 pm and setting at 11:58 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 18, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Aug 16, 2008.

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Your place in the Universe on August 09, 2008

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Someone born on August 09, 2008 is:

16 years 10 months old,

or 202 months and 27 days old,

or 882 weeks and 1 day old,

or 6175 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 09, 2008?

There are 34 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 9th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 09, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 09, 2008.

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