What happened on Thursday March 28, 2013?

About March 28th, 2013, in brief:

  • Historical events: Stanford University bioengineers achieved a significant scientific milestone by creating a transistor-like transcriptor using DNA and RNA molecules, potentially revolutionizing genetic engineering and computational biology.
  • Day of the week: March 28th, 2013 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
  • #1 US song: Harlem Shake by Baauer
  • Popular movie: Man of Steel directed by Zack Snyder

More about March 28th, 2013? See below for more news and curiosities on March 28th, 2013.

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March 28, 2013: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 28, 2013:

  • Stanford Bioengineering Breakthrough Stanford University bioengineers achieved a significant scientific milestone by creating a transistor-like transcriptor using DNA and RNA molecules, potentially revolutionizing genetic engineering and computational biology.
  • Cyprus Financial Crisis Cyprus prepared to reopen banks after nearly two weeks of closure, following a controversial international bailout negotiated with the European Union and International Monetary Fund, marking a critical moment in the country's financial crisis.
  • Barbara Walters Retirement Announcement Legendary broadcast journalist Barbara Walters announced her plans to retire in May 2014, concluding a groundbreaking career as a prominent news anchor and host of 'The View'.
  • Damascus University Attack A devastating mortar attack at Damascus University's cafeteria killed 15 students and wounded seven others, underscoring the brutal nature of the ongoing Syrian Civil War.
  • UN Intervention in Democratic Republic of Congo The United Nations Security Council approved a new intervention force in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to halt rebel attacks and restore peace in the region, addressing ongoing instability and conflict.
  • Death of Richard Griffiths Richard Griffiths, a renowned actor who won both the Olivier and Tony Awards, passed away at the age of 65. Known for his versatile performances on stage and screen, Griffiths left a significant mark on British theatre and film.
  • Michelle Bachelet's Presidential Campaign Michelle Bachelet, former President of Chile, announced her candidacy for the upcoming Chilean presidential elections scheduled for November 17, signaling her potential return to national leadership.
  • Terrorism in Kenya A terrorist attack occurred in Malindi, a coastal town in Kenya, where six suspected gunmen from the Mombasa Republic Council were killed during an assault on a casino, along with one law enforcement officer.
  • South Sudan Conflict A significant battle in Pibor County resulted in 143 rebels being killed and 20 government troops injured. The conflict involved rebels reportedly led by David Yau Yau, highlighting the ongoing internal strife in South Sudan.

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March 28, 2013: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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March 28, 2013: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on March 28, 2013:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $90.64
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $449.82
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $28.32
  • General Electric GE: opens at $23.14
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $209.83

Exchange Rates on March 28, 2013:

  • 1 USD = 94.19 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0164 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.9497 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.2145 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 120.71 JPY

March 28, 2013: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Braunschweig - Dresden : 2 - 1
  • Cottbus - Aalen : 1 - 1
  • Erzgebirge Aue - Munich 1860 : 0 - 1

Conference - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Braintree Town - Alfreton Town : 2 - 1
  • Gateshead - Newport County : 0 - 0
  • Nuneaton Town - Woking : 0 - 0

Serie B - Football (Italy)

  • Ascoli - Grosseto : 3 - 1
  • Bari - Livorno : 1 - 1
  • Cittadella - Novara : 2 - 6
  • Crotone - Spezia : 0 - 2
  • Juve Stabia - Modena : 1 - 0
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What day of the week was March 28, 2013?


March 28, 2013 was a Thursday and it was the 87th day of the year 2013 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 28, 2013 can also be written as 3/28/2013 in the US and as 28/3/2013 in UK and Europe.

March 28, 2013 in March 2013 calendar

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March 28, 2013: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 28, 2013:

  • Richard Griffiths
    Richard Griffiths

    Richard Griffiths was a renowned English actor known for his versatile roles in film and theater, including memorable performances in 'Harry...

  • George E. P. Box

    English-american statistician and educator (b. 1919).

  • Bob Teague

    American college football star and television news-reporter (b. 1929).

  • Gus Triandos

    American baseball player and scout (b. 1930).

  • Soraya Jiménez
  • Jurij Radonjak

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March 28, 2013: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 28, 2013 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 25th and March 31st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

March 28, 2013: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 28, 2013 was Harlem Shake by Baauer, according to the music chart for the week March 25th and March 31st.

  1. - Harlem Shake youtube
  2. - Thrift Shop youtube
  3. - When I Was Your Man youtube
  4. - Suit & Tie youtube
  5. - Stay youtube

March 28, 2013: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 28, 2013 was Thrift Shop by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanz, according to the music chart for the week March 25th and March 31st.

  1. - Thrift Shop
  2. - Suit & Tie
  3. - Started From The Bottom
  4. - Love Me
  5. - F**kin Problems
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March 28, 2013: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 28th is Aries.

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Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 28, 2013: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 28, 2013 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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March 28, 2013: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 28, 2013 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 28, 2013 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 March 28, 2013 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 09:05 pm and setting at 07:50 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 27, 2013 while the next full moon would come on Apr 25, 2013.

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How old is someone born on March 28, 2013?


Someone born on March 28, 2013 is:

12 years 1 month old,

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or 4430 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 28, 2013?

There are 318 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday March 28th 2026.

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