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About April 9th, 2008, in brief:
- Historical events: As the Olympic torch relay through San Francisco falls into chaos, the first runner in an elaborately planned relay disappears into the warehouse at a waterfront pier.
- Day of the week: April 9th, 2008 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Kristen Stewart, Cynthia Nixon
- Moon Phase: New Moon
- #1 US song: Touch My Body by Mariah Carey
- #1 UK song: American Boy by Estelle featuring Kanye West
- Popular movie: The Great Debaters directed by Denzel Washington
More about April 9th, 2008? See below for more news and curiosities on April 9th, 2008.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 09, 2008?
- April 09, 2008: What happened on that day?
- April 09, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- April 09, 2008: What were the main match results that day?
- April 09, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 09, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 09, 2008?
- April 09, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 09, 2008: What famous people died on that day?
- April 09, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 09, 2008: Number 1 song on that day
- April 09, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 09, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 09, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 09, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 09, 2008?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 09, 2008?
- Who was the Pope on April 09, 2008?
What day of the week was April 09, 2008?
April 09, 2008 was a Wednesday and it was the 100th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 09, 2008 can also be written as 4/9/2008 in the US and as 9/4/2008 in UK and Europe.
April 09, 2008: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 09, 2008:
- As the olympic torch relay through san francisco falls into chaos, the first runner in an elaborately planned relay disappears into the warehouse at a waterfront pier.
- After a heated debate between its members, the body that represents all national olympic committees said it had removed a reference to tibet from its beijing games declaration.
- American airlines cancelled more than 1000 flights to ensure that the wiring in its 300 md-80 jetliners was properly secured inside wheel wells.
- Six maoists were killed by police in nepal the day before constituent assembly elections.
- The system of government on sark is approved by her majesty's most honourable privy council, ending approximately 450 years of feudalism.
April 09, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on April 09, 2008:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $89.73
- Apple AAPL: opens at $153.31
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $28.81
- General Electric GE: opens at $36.75
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $116.50
Exchange Rates on April 09, 2008:
- 1 USD = 101.72 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.0186 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.0009 CHF
- 1 USD = 7.0021 CNY
- 1 EUR = 161.08 JPY
April 09, 2008: What were the main match results that day?
Le Championnat - Football (France)
- St Etienne - Lens : 2 - 0
Championship - Football (United Kingdom)
- Ipswich - Cardiff : 1 - 1
- Watford - Barnsley : 0 - 3
Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)
- Airdrie Utd - Ross County : 2 - 0
League 2 - Football (United Kingdom)
- Stockport - Mansfield : 2 - 1
April 09, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 9th 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 09, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 09, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.
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April 09, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 09, 2008 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 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 April 09, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 22% full, rising at 08:18 am and setting at 12:26 am.
The previous full moon was on Mar 21, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Apr 20, 2008.
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Who was born on April 09, 2008?
Whose famous birthday is on April 9th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 9th:
![Kristen Stewart]()
Kristen StewartAmerican actress.
![Cynthia Nixon]()
Cynthia NixonCynthia Nixon is an American actress best known for her role as Miranda Hobbes in the HBO series Sex and the City.
![Robin Wright]()
Robin WrightRobin wright is an actress known for her roles in house of cards and the princess bride.
![Dennis Quaid]()
Dennis QuaidDennis quaid is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as the parent trap, the rookie, and the day after tomorrow.
![Elle Fanning]()
Elle FanningElle fanning is an american movie actress known for her roles in films such as maleficent and the neon demon.
![Jean-Paul Belmondo]()
Jean-Paul BelmondoFrench actor, hailed as the new anti-hero of cinema in 1957 after he was a huge success in "a bout de souffle.
![Jenna Jameson]()
Jenna JamesonJenna Jameson is a former adult film actress who became one of the most famous and successful in the industry.
![Jesse McCartney]()
Jesse McCartneyJesse mccartney is an american actor and singer known for his roles in television shows and for his music career.
![Leighton Meester]()
Leighton MeesterLeighton meester is an american actress and singer, best known for her role as blair waldorf in the television series gossip girl.
![Swara Bhaskar]()
Swara BhaskarSwara bhaskar is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and her outspoken views on social and social issues.
April 09, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 16 years and 26 days old,
or 192 months and 26 days old,
or 838 weeks and 4 days old,
or 5870 days old,
if you were born on April 09, 2008.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 09, 2008?
There are 339 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday April 9th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 09, 2008?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on April 09, 2008.
April 09, 2008: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 09, 2008:
- Steffen Krauß
- Art Spoelstra
- Erminio Marussi
- Gianandrea Gropplero di Troppenburg
- Burt Glinn
- Daniela Klemenschits
- Choubeila Rached
- Diego Catalán
What famous deaths happened on April 9th?
Famous deaths on April 9th:
![Sidney Lumet]()
Sidney LumetAmerican screenwriter and producer (d. 2011).
![Brook Benton]()
Brook BentonSinger (just a matter of time) dies from meningitis in her 56th year.
- Habeeb Al Sadr
Shi'a cleric and political leader in Iraq during the 20th century.
- Dietrick Bonhoeffer
German Lutheran pastor, theologian, and anti-Nazi dissident.
- Desani
Renowned Indian author known for his novel 'Fifty Shades of Grey'.
- Michoel Feinstein
A leading 20th-century American Orthodox rabbi and Talmudic authority.
- Hisashi Inoue
Renowned Japanese playwright known for his works that often explored social issues.
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April 09, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 09, 2008:
- Day of National Unity- (???????? ?????????? ???), an annual public holiday in Georgia.
- Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor, celebrated as Bataan Day in Bataan) in the Philippines.
- Bahá'f Faith - Feast of Jalál (Glory) - First day of the second month of the Bahá'f Calendar.
Saints celebrated on April 09, 2008:
- Saint Waltrudis
- Saint Casilda
- Saint Ingofried
- Saint Hugo of Rouan
April 09, 2008: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 09, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 7th and April 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 09, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 09, 2008 was Touch My Body by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week April 7th and April 13th.
April 09, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 09, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 7th and April 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Mariah Carey - Touch My Body
- Usher - Love In This Club
- Madonna - 4 Minutes
- Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love
- Jordin Sparks - No Air
April 09, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 09, 2008 was American Boy by Estelle featuring Kanye West, according to the music chart for the week April 7th and April 13th.
April 09, 2008: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 09, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 7th and April 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Estelle featuring Kanye West - American Boy
- Flo Rida featuring T-Pain - Low
- Duffy - Mercy
- Sam Sparro - Black And Gold
- Madonna featuring Justin Timberlake - 4 Minutes
April 09, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 09, 2008 was Love In This Club by Usher Featuring Young Jeezy, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 7th and April 13th.
April 09, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 09, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 7th and April 13th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Usher Featuring Young Jeezy - Love In This Club
- Keyshia Cole - I Remember
- Mariah Carey - Touch My Body
- Ray J & Yung Berg - Sexy Can I
- The-Dream - Falsetto
April 09, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on April 09, 2008 was Te Quiero by Flex, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 7th and April 13th.
April 09, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on April 09, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 7th and April 13th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Flex - Te Quiero
- Juanes - Gotas De Agua Dulce
- Enrique Iglesias - Donde Estan Corazon
- Conjunto Primavera - Te Llore
- Aventura - El Perdedor
April 09, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 09, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
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
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Ken Kwapis
Starring: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connelly, Morgan Lily
Country: United States of America
What Happens in Vegas
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Tom Vaughan
Starring: Cameron Diaz, Ashton Kutcher, Rob Corddry, Lake Bell
Country: United States of America
Fighting
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Dito Montiel
Starring: Channing Tatum, Terrence Howard, Luis Guzmán, Zulay Henao
Country: United States of America
The Hitcher
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Dave Meyers
Starring: Sean Bean, Sophia Bush, Zachary Knighton, Neal McDonough
Country: United States of America
April 09, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 09, 2008 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Kung Fu Femmes
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Tony Laudati
Teenage Kicks
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Craig Boreham
Unhitched
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Stefan Schwartz
Monster House
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Gil Kenan
The Battery's Down
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Jake Wilson
April 09, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 09, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Beautiful Boy
By: David Sheff
My beautiful boy, what had happened? Our family? What was I doing wrong? These were the gnawing questions that haunted David Sheff's son's journey.
Human Smoke
By: Nicholson Baker
Nicholson Baker is a best-selling author and has written a compelling nonfiction book that will provoke debate and controversy.
A Thousand Splendid Suns
By: Khaled Hosseini
A Thousand Splendid suns, a story about love, family, friendship and faith that is driven by the same amazing instinct for storytelling that made The Kite Runner a classic, is a fascinating chronicle of 30 years of Afghan history. After
Compulsion
By: Jonathan Kellerman
Jonathan Kellerman, #1 New York Times Bestseller, has once again tapped into the darkest corners of a city to inspire his brilliant storytelling.
Eat, Pray, Love
By: Elizabeth Gilbert
This is the 10th anniversary edition. It's one of the most beloved, loved, and bestselling books in history.
April 09, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 09, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Chronotron
Bella Sara
Away: Shuffle Dungeon
Baby Life
Club Penguin: Elite Penguin Force
Who was the US President on April 09, 2008?
On April 09, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 09, 2008?
On April 09, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).
Who was the Pope on April 09, 2008?
On April 09, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about April 9th?
April 9th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 9th 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 9th, such as:
- 2019 - Second libyan civil war and 2019 western libya offensive: the un cancels the planned libyan national conference, which was scheduled for later in april. this conference was to have negotiations between political factions in order to organize new elections.
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. israel opens an investigation into a video that appears to show soldiers cheering while a palestinian man is killed by an israeli sniper at the gazan border fence. (the washington post). despite growing tensions between the two groups, the palestinian authority pays salaries to west bank staff but not gaza strip staff.
- 2017 - 2017 palm sunday church bombings: at least 45 people were killed and 50 others injured in explosions at two coptic christian churches that were packed with worshippers in the egyptian cities tanta or alexandria on palm sunday. in response to the bombings, the government of egypt declares a three month state of emergency.
What happened in 2008?
2008 was filled with very interesting events such as
- The US$100 per barrel price for crude oil is the highest ever recorded.
- The Democratic caucuses in Iowa, USA choose Barack Obama to be their presidential candidate on November 8. Hillary Clinton, the national front-runner, is third behind John Edwards. Mike Huckabee was chosen by the Republican caucuses over Mitt Romney.
- Seldom seen snowfalls in southeast Florida, USA.
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What was the calendar for April 2008?
April 2008 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.
