What happened on Sunday July 27, 2008?

Here's what happened on July 27, 2008:

• Mass Execution in Iran Ninety-nine convicts were executed by hanging at Tehran's Evin Prison, highlighting Iran's controversial approach to criminal justice and human rights.
• Istanbul Bombing A terrorist attack in Istanbul resulted in at least 17 fatalities and over 154 injuries from two separate bomb explosions, causing significant loss of life and widespread panic in the crowded urban area.
• Knoxville Church Shooting A tragic shooting occurred at a Knoxville Unitarian Universalist church, resulting in two deaths and seven injuries, shocking the local community and sparking discussions about public safety.
• Cambodian General Election In the Cambodian general election, the Cambodian People's Party, led by Hun Sen, secured a decisive victory by winning 90 out of 123 seats in the national assembly, further consolidating Hun Sen's long-standing political dominance.
• Death of Youssef Chahine Youssef Chahine, a renowned Egyptian film director who significantly influenced Arab cinema, passed away at the age of 82. Known for his innovative storytelling and social commentary, Chahine was a pivotal figure in Egyptian and international film.
• Rafael Nadal Wins Rogers Cup Rafael Nadal claimed his second Rogers Cup tennis championship in Toronto, defeating German Nicolas Kiefer 6-3, 6-2 in the final. In the men's doubles, local hero Daniel Nestor and Serbian partner Nenad Zimonjic triumphed over the Bryan brothers.
• Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Relief pitcher Rich "Goose" Gossage and former manager Dick Williams were inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York, honoring their significant contributions to the sport.

Events in 2008

July 27, 2008: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Jul. 27, 2008

July 27, 2008 was a Sunday and it was the 209th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 27, 2008 can also be written as 7/27/2008 in the US and as 27/7/2008 in UK and Europe.

July 27, 2008 in July 2008 calendar

Famous people died on July 27, 2008:

• Youssef Chahine

  Egyptian director, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1926).

• Isaac Saba Raffoul

  Mexican businessman (b. 1923).

• Yusuf Shahin

Famous people who died in 2008

Famous people who died on July 27th

July 27, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 27, 2008 was I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry, according to the music chart for the week July 21st and July 27th.

1. Katy Perry - I Kissed A Girl
2. Rihanna - Take A Bow
3. Lil Wayne - Lollipop
4. Chris Brown - Forever
5. Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love

July 27, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 27, 2008 was Heaven Sent by Keyshia Cole, according to the music chart for the week July 21st and July 27th.

1. Keyshia Cole - Heaven Sent
2. Lil Wayne - A Milli
3. The-Dream - I Luv Your Girl
4. Alicia Keys - Teenage Love Affair
5. Plies Featuring Ne-Yo - Bust It Baby Part 2

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 27th is Leo.

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Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 27, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 27, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 27, 2008 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 27, 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 July 27, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 16% full, rising at 12:23 am and setting at 05:18 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 July 27, 2008

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Someone born on July 27, 2008 is:

16 years 9 months old,

or 201 months and 16 days old,

or 876 weeks and 2 days old,

or 6134 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 27, 2008?

There are 75 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday July 27th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 27, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on July 27, 2008.

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