What happened on Thursday December 11, 2008?

Here's what happened on December 11, 2008:

• Large Hadron Collider Begins Operations The Large Hadron Collider at CERN commenced its groundbreaking operations, marking a significant milestone in particle physics research and potentially revolutionizing our understanding of fundamental scientific principles.
• Deadly Suicide Bombing in Kirkuk, Iraq A devastating suicide bombing occurred at a restaurant near Kirkuk, Iraq, resulting in at least 50 fatalities and approximately 100 injuries. The attack highlighted the ongoing security challenges in the region.
• British Pound Reaches Historic Low Against Euro The British pound sterling hit a record low of 1.1236 euros, marking the lowest exchange rate since the euro's introduction in 1999. This event signaled significant economic challenges for the United Kingdom.
• Caylee Anthony Case Develops The remains of Caylee Anthony, a missing child, were discovered in a plastic bag in southwest Orlando, Florida. Authorities anticipated that definitive confirmation would take several weeks.
• Daniel Carleton Gajdusek, Nobel Laureate Physician Daniel Carleton Gajdusek, a renowned American physician and Nobel Prize laureate in Physiology or Medicine, passed away. Known for his groundbreaking research on infectious diseases, particularly his work on kuru in Papua New Guinea, Gajdusek made significant contributions to medical science.
• Switzerland Joins Schengen Agreement Switzerland became the 25th European country to join the Schengen Agreement, eliminating cross-border passport checks and further integrating European travel policies.
• Bettie Page, Iconic Pin-Up Model Bettie Page, a legendary American pin-up model who became a cultural icon of the 1950s, was remembered. Her distinctive style and photographs significantly influenced fashion, photography, and popular culture during the mid-20th century.
• Ali Alatas, Indonesian Diplomat, Dies Ali Alatas, a prominent Indonesian foreign minister who played a crucial role in Indonesia's diplomatic relations during the late 20th century, passed away in Singapore at the age of 76.
• Rare Lunar Phenomenon A unique lunar event occurred where the Moon reached its closest point to Earth (perigee) during its fullest phase, appearing 14% larger and 30% brighter than typical full moons. The next such occurrence was predicted for 2016.

Events in 2008

December 11, 2008: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Dec. 11, 2008

December 11, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on December 11, 2008:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $80.33
• Apple AAPL: opens at $97.35
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $20.11
• General Electric GE: opens at $17.40
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $81.50

Exchange Rates on December 11, 2008:

• 1 USD = 91.4 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.2347 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.1835 CHF
• 1 USD = 6.8523 CNY
• 1 EUR = 122.06 JPY

December 11, 2008: What were the main match results that day?

Division 2 - Football (France)

• Lens - Montpellier : 0 - 2

December 11, 2008 was a Thursday and it was the 346th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 11, 2008 can also be written as 12/11/2008 in the US and as 11/12/2008 in UK and Europe.

December 11, 2008 in December 2008 calendar

Famous people died on December 11, 2008:

• Bettie Page

  Iconic 1950s pin-up model who became a cultural symbol of sexuality and female empowerment.

Famous people who died in 2008

Famous people who died on December 11th

December 11, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 11, 2008 was Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week December 8th and December 14th.

1. Beyonce - Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)
2. T.I. - Live Your Life
3. Beyonce - If I Were A Boy
4. T.I. - Whatever You Like
5. Lady GaGa - Just Dance

December 11, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 11, 2008 was Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week December 8th and December 14th.

1. Beyonce - Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)
2. T.I. Featuring Rihanna - Live Your Life
3. Ne-Yo - Miss Independent
4. Jazmine Sullivan - Bust Your Windows
5. T-Pain Featuring Ludacris - Chopped 'N' Skrewed

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 11th is Sagittarius.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 11, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 11, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 11, 2008 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 11, 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 December 11, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 03:14 pm and setting at 07:20 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 13, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Dec 12, 2008.

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Your place in the Universe on December 11, 2008

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Someone born on December 11, 2008 is:

16 years 5 months old,

or 197 months

or 856 weeks and 3 days old,

or 5995 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 11, 2008?

There are 214 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 11th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 11, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 11, 2008.

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