What happened on Sunday February 08, 2009?

Here's what happened on February 08, 2009:

• Victoria Bushfire Tragedy Victoria, Australia, suffered a devastating bushfire that claimed at least 108 lives and destroyed 775 homes, compounding the earlier reported national disaster.
• Deadly Australian Bushfires Australia experienced its most catastrophic bushfire disaster in history, with the death toll reaching 130 and causing widespread destruction across multiple regions.
• US Banking Sector Rescue Plan Delayed Treasury Secretary Timothy F. Geithner postponed announcing a comprehensive rescue plan for the banking sector, creating uncertainty during the financial crisis.
• Gaza Rocket Attack on Israel Palestinian militants launched two rockets from the Gaza Strip into Israel, escalating regional tensions.
• Fatal Plane Crash in Amazonas An Embraer 110P1 aircraft crashed in Amazonas, Brazil, resulting in 24 confirmed fatalities, marking a significant aviation disaster.
• Rihanna Cancels Grammy Performance Singer Rihanna withdrew from her scheduled Grammy performance following a domestic violence incident with her boyfriend Chris Brown, drawing significant media attention.
• Taliban Beheads Polish Geologist The Taliban executed Polish geologist Piotr Stanczak after holding him captive for several months, releasing a graphic video documenting his murder.
• Switzerland Expands EU Worker Rights Switzerland voted to grant permanent freedom of movement to workers from the European Union, signaling increased regional integration.
• Slumdog Millionaire Triumphs at BAFTAs At the 62nd British Academy Film Awards, 'Slumdog Millionaire' won Best Film, and Danny Boyle was recognized as Best Director, highlighting the film's critical success.
• Karbala Roadside Bombing A roadside bomb in Karbala, Iraq, resulted in two fatalities and injured 11 people, highlighting ongoing regional instability.
• Grammy Awards Highlights The 51st Grammy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles recognized Robert Plant and Alison Krauss for their album 'Raising Sand', marking a significant musical achievement.
• Venezuela Synagogue Attack Investigation Venezuelan authorities arrested 11 individuals in connection with a recent attack on a Caracas synagogue, demonstrating efforts to address religious-based violence.
• Romanian Handball Player Murdered Marian Cozma, a prominent Romanian handball player, was fatally stabbed in Veszprem, Hungary, shocking the sports community.
• Ryan Howard Contract with Phillies Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard signed a lucrative three-year contract worth $54 million, solidifying his position with the team.
• NFC Wins NFL Pro Bowl The NFC defeated the AFC 30-21 in the NFL Pro Bowl, with Larry Fitzgerald earning MVP honors in the annual all-star game.

Events in 2009

February 08, 2009: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Feb. 08, 2009

February 08, 2009: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

• Cagliari - Atalanta : 0 - 1
• Catania - Juventus : 1 - 2
• Fiorentina - Lazio : 1 - 0
• Palermo - Napoli : 2 - 1
• Roma - Genoa : 3 - 0

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Cercle Brugge - Charleroi : 2 - 2
• Westerlo - Lokeren : 1 - 0

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

• Bayern Munich - Dortmund : 3 - 1
• Cottbus - Hannover : 3 - 1

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• Ahlen - Augsburg : 2 - 1
• Duisburg - Wehen : 2 - 1
• Ingolstadt - Oberhausen : 0 - 0
• Mainz - Munich 1860 : 2 - 2
• St Pauli - Greuther Furth : 0 - 3

February 08, 2009 was a Sunday and it was the 39th day of the year 2009 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 08, 2009 can also be written as 2/8/2009 in the US and as 8/2/2009 in UK and Europe.

February 08, 2009 in February 2009 calendar

February 08, 2009: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 08, 2009 was My Life Would Suck Without You by Kelly Clarkson, according to the music chart for the week February 2nd and February 8th.

1. Kelly Clarkson - My Life Would Suck Without You
2. Lady GaGa - Just Dance
3. Beyonce - Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)
4. Kanye West - Heartless
5. Taylor Swift - Love Story

February 08, 2009: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 08, 2009 was Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week February 2nd and February 8th.

1. Beyonce - Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)
2. Ne-Yo Featuring Jamie Foxx & Fabolous - She Got Her Own
3. Jim Jones & Ron Browz Featuring Juelz Santana - Pop Champagne
4. T.I. Featuring Rihanna - Live Your Life
5. Beyonce - Diva

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 8th is Aquarius.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 08, 2009: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 08, 2009 is Ox and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 08, 2009 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 08, 2009 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 February 08, 2009 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 04:27 pm and setting at 06:51 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 11, 2009 while the next full moon would come on Feb 09, 2009.

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Your place in the Universe on February 08, 2009

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Someone born on February 08, 2009 is:

16 years 3 months old,

or 195 months and 5 days old,

or 848 weeks and 2 days old,

or 5938 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 08, 2009?

There are 271 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 8th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 08, 2009?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on February 08, 2009.

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