Saturday April 08, 2017: on this day

April 08, 2017 was the 98th day of the year 2017, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is April 08, 2017 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 08, 2017, who was born and died on April 08, 2017, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 08, 2017, which were the most popular songs (ex. Shape Of You by Ed Sheeran), movies (e.g. The Lost City of Z, directed by James Gray), TV series (e.g. Iron Fist) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 8th, 2017 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 08, 2017?


April 08, 2017 was a Saturday and it was the 98th day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 08, 2017 can also be written as 4/8/2017 in the US and as 8/4/2017 in UK and Europe.

April 08, 2017 in April 2017 calendar

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April 08, 2017: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 08, 2017:

  • War in afghanistan: an american special forces soldier is killed in action against isil militants in afghanistan’s eastern nangarhar province.
  • One u.s. special forces service member was killed in action against isil militants at afghanistan's eastern nangarhar province.
  • Two crew members were killed when a freight train crashes in hunedoara county romania.
  • An old tenement house in swiebodzice (poland) collapses, killing six people and injuring six. four people are still missing from the exploration teams.
  • Cyclone debbie - another body was found in flood waters in eastern queensland. this brings the death toll up to 12.
  • A boat carrying wedding guests collides in western myanmar with a river barge, killing at least 20 people.
  • 2017 batangas earthquakes
  • Two earthquakes with magnitudes 5.6 and 6.0, which are related to the april 4 magnitude 5.5 earthquake, hit batangas and can be felt all the way to metro manila
  • Eta ceasefire negotiations: eta, the militant basque separatist organization, begins to hand over its remaining weapons in a ceremony held in bayonne (france), where it handed over an inventory of weapons as well as their locations to authorities.
  • Kirkland correctional institution, south carolina, has killed four inmates. two inmates have been charged by authorities with the murders.

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April 08, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on April 08, 2017:

  • 1 USD = 111.14 JPY
  • 1 USD = 18.68 MXN

April 08, 2017: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Atalanta - Sassuolo : 1 - 1
  • Empoli - Pescara : 1 - 1
  • Juventus - Chievo : 2 - 0

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Bayern Munich - Dortmund : 4 - 1
  • FC Koln - M'gladbach : 2 - 3
  • Freiburg - Mainz : 1 - 0
  • Hamburg - Hoffenheim : 2 - 1
  • RB Leipzig - Leverkusen : 1 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Heidenheim - Bochum : 0 - 0
  • Kaiserslautern - Greuther Furth : 2 - 0

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Espanol - Alaves : 1 - 0
  • Malaga - Barcelona : 2 - 0
  • Real Madrid - Ath Madrid : 1 - 1
  • Sevilla - La Coruna : 4 - 2
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April 08, 2017: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 8th 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 April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 08, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 08, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on April 8th, 2017 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 08, 2017: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 08, 2017 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 08, 2017 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 April 08, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 05:02 pm and setting at 05:51 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 12, 2017 while the next full moon would come on Apr 11, 2017.

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Who was born on April 08, 2017?


Whose famous birthday is on April 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 8th:

  • Patricia Arquette
    Patricia Arquette

    American actress.

  • Jacques Brel
    Jacques Brel

    Belgian-born french composer and lyricist, as well as singer.

  • Chris Kyle
    Chris Kyle

    Chris kyle was a highly decorated us navy seal sniper known for his autobiography 'american sniper' and his service during the iraq war.

  • Julian Lennon
    Julian Lennon

    British singer, musician, and singer, julian lennon is the son of john lennon (and his first wife cynthia).

  • John Schneider
    John Schneider

    John schneider is an american actor best known for his role as bo duke in the television series the dukes of hazzard.

  • Biz Markie
    Biz Markie

    Biz markie was an american rapper, singer, dj, and record producer known for his hit single 'just a friend'.

  • Franco Corelli
    Franco Corelli

    Italian tenor, named "favorite tenor" of the century.

  • John Gavin
    John Gavin

    Hispanic-american diplomat and actor.

  • Robert Kiyosaki
    Robert Kiyosaki

    Cashflow technologies was co-founded by an american businessman.

  • Christine Boisson
    Christine Boisson

    French actress.

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April 08, 2017: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 6 years 11 months old,

or 83 months and 20 days old,

or 363 weeks and 5 days old,

or 2546 days old,

if you were born on April 08, 2017.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 08, 2017?

There are 11 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday April 8th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 08, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on April 08, 2017.

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April 08, 2017: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 08, 2017:

  • Gueorgui Gretchko

What famous deaths happened on April 8th?

Famous deaths on April 8th:

  • Annette Funicello
    Annette Funicello

    American actress.

  • Ben Johnson
    Ben Johnson

    100m runner (1988 olympics - gold medalist, disqualified).

  • Sara Montiel
    Sara Montiel

    Spanish-mexican actress and singer (b. 1928).

  • Claire Trevor
    Claire Trevor

    American singer and actress (d. 2000).

  • María Félix
    María Félix

    Mexican film actress.

  • Lars Hanson
    Lars Hanson

    Swedish actor, flesh & devil, dies at 78 after a long battle with illness.

  • Frank Milan
    Frank Milan

    Actor (witness), passes away at 71.

  • Arleen Whelan
    Arleen Whelan

    Deaths of a stroke at the 78.

  • Siler Picasso

    Siler Picasso was a Spanish painter, sculptor, and printmaker, who is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.

  • Majour Picasso

    A Spanish artist, Picasso is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, known for his pioneering work in Cubism.

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April 08, 2017: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 08, 2017:

  • Buddha's Birthday in Japan

Saints celebrated on April 08, 2017:

  • Saint Constance
  • Saint Walter of Pontoise (died 1099)
  • Saint Julie Billiart of Namur (died 1816).
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April 08, 2017: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 08, 2017 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 3rd and April 9th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 08, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 08, 2017 was Shape Of You by Ed Sheeran, according to the music chart for the week April 3rd and April 9th.

April 08, 2017: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 08, 2017 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 3rd and April 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Shape Of You
  2. - That's What I Like
  3. - I Don't Wanna Live Forever (Fifty Shades Darker)
  4. - Bad And Boujee
  5. - I Feel It Coming

April 08, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 08, 2017 was That's What I Like by Bruno Mars, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 3rd and April 9th.

April 08, 2017: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 08, 2017 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 3rd and April 9th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - That's What I Like
  2. - Bad And Boujee
  3. - I Feel It Coming
  4. - Tunnel Vision
  5. - Passionfruit

April 08, 2017: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on April 08, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 3rd and April 9th.

April 08, 2017: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on April 08, 2017 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 3rd and April 9th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Despacito
  2. - Chantaje
  3. - El Amante
  4. - Subeme La Radio
  5. - Adios Amor

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April 08, 2017: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 08, 2017 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Lost City of Z

The Lost City of Z

Release year: 2017

Directed by: James Gray

Starring: Charlie Hunnam, Robert Pattinson, Sienna Miller, Tom Holland

Country: United States of America

The Devil's Candy

The Devil's Candy

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Sean Byrne

Starring: Ethan Embry, Shiri Appleby, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Kiara Glasco

Country: United States of America

A Cure for Wellness

A Cure for Wellness

Release year: 2017

Written by:

Directed by: Gore Verbinski

Starring: Dane DeHaan, Jason Isaacs, Mia Goth, Ivo Nandi

Country: United States of America

Power Rangers

Power Rangers

Release year: 2017

Written by:

Directed by: Dean Israelite

Starring: Dacre Montgomery, Naomi Scott, RJ Cyler, Ludi Lin

Country: United States of America

USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage

USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Mario Van Peebles

Starring: Nicolas Cage, Tom Sizemore, Thomas Jane, Matt Lanter

Country: United States of America

April 08, 2017: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 08, 2017 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Iron Fist

Iron Fist

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Carlo Rola

Gypsy

Gypsy

Release year: 2017

Starring: Gypsy Rose Lee, Iris Adrian

Country: United States of America

April 08, 2017: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 08, 2017 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Black Book by James Patterson, David Ellis

The Black Book

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#1 New York Times #1 USA Today #1 Wall Street Journal 1 Chicago Tribune #1 Entertainment Weekly #1 Publishers Weekly What is the best way to prove innocence when you don't remember what happened?

A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

A Man Called Ove

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Meet Ove, the New York Times Bestseller that has taken the world by storm. He is a curmudgeon, the kind of person who points out people he doesn't like as if they are burglars outside his bedroom window.

Immortal Unchained by Lynsay Sands

Immortal Unchained

By:

Lynsay Sands' new novel Argeneau, featuring a thrilling rescue, is a riveting tale of a New York Times bestselling author.

The Villa by Nora Roberts

The Villa

By:

#1 New York Times Bestseller Nora Roberts exposes the secrets of a proud family in this heartfelt tale about two Napa Valley rivals. Sophia Giambelli, PR executive, loves her job and never worries about competition.

Old School by Bill O'Reilly, Bruce Feirstein

Old School

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Old School is currently in session You may have heard of Old School. But what you may not know is that there are a lot of people trying to take it down.

April 08, 2017: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 08, 2017 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Sega

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Who was the US President on April 08, 2017?

On April 08, 2017 the US President was Donald John Trump (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 08, 2017?

On April 08, 2017 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 08, 2017?

On April 08, 2017 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about April 8th?

April 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of April. 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 April 8th, such as:

  • 2019 - Tripoli international airport is retaken by forces loyal to the government of national accord from the libyan national army.
  • 2018 - 2018 douma chemical attacks: according to the white helmets, at least 70 people died in yesterday's chemical weapons attack in douma (syria). russia and the syrian government deny any chemical attack. (bbc). president donald trump warned russia and iran about bashar al-assad's support and called him "animal assad".
  • 2017 - War in afghanistan: an american special forces soldier is killed in action against isil militants in afghanistan’s eastern nangarhar province.

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What happened in 2017?

2017 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • 2017 Istanbul nightclub attack: On the European coast of Bosphorus, a gunman opened fire at a Istanbul nightclub, killing at most 39 people and injuring 69 more. (BBC), (AP via ABC News Australia),
  • At least 39 people were killed and 69 more injured when a gunman opened fire at a Istanbul nightclub. The incident occurred on the European coast. (BBC), (AP via ABC News Australia),
  • At least 7 people are killed and 17 more injured in a suicide car bomb blast and gunmen attack in Iraqi al-Qadisiya, west of Najaf. 29 people died yesterday in an explosion at a busy market near Baghdad, Iraq's capital. ISIS claims responsibility. (Reuters),

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What was the calendar for April 2017?

April 2017 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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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