What happened on Saturday February 16, 2008?

Here's what happened on February 16, 2008:

• Toshiba ends HD DVD production On February 16, 2008, Toshiba announced it would cease production of HD DVD players and discs, effectively ending the format war with Blu-ray. This decision was influenced by declining sales and the shift in consumer preference. source: bbc.com
• President Bush begins African tour in Benin On February 16, 2008, U.S. President George W. Bush arrived in Cotonou, Benin, marking the start of a five-nation tour of Africa. The visit aimed to highlight U.S. efforts in combating the AIDS pandemic and promoting democracy and development in the region. source: upi.com
• Suicide bombing in Parachinar, Pakistan, kills 70 On February 16, 2008, a suicide bomber drove an explosives-laden car into a crowd attending a political rally for the Pakistan Peoples Party in Parachinar, Kurram Agency, Pakistan. The attack resulted in at least 70 fatalities and over 150 injuries. The Pakistani Taliban splinter group Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan claimed responsibility for the attack. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Brown Pelican Removed from Endangered Species List The Brown Pelican was officially removed from the endangered species list, representing a significant conservation success story. This milestone demonstrates the effectiveness of environmental protection efforts and wildlife conservation strategies.
• Deadly Street Racing Accident in Maryland A tragic street racing incident in Accokeek, Maryland, resulted in eight fatalities and four injuries. The event highlighted the dangerous consequences of reckless driving and illegal street racing.

Events in 2008

February 16, 2008: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Feb. 16, 2008

Your poster from February 16, 2008

February 16, 2008: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

• Inter - Livorno : 2 - 0
• Juventus - Roma : 1 - 0
• Parma - Milan : 0 - 0

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Bergen - Charleroi : 0 - 0
• Germinal - Waregem : 0 - 0
• Mechelen - Lokeren : 1 - 1
• Roeselare - FC Brussels : 2 - 0
• St Truiden - Dender : 1 - 2

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

• Cottbus - Dortmund : 0 - 2
• Duisburg - Stuttgart : 2 - 3
• Hansa Rostock - Ein Frankfurt : 1 - 0
• Hertha - Bielefeld : 1 - 0
• Karlsruhe - Leverkusen : 2 - 2

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

• Betis - Real Madrid : 2 - 1
• Espanol - Sevilla : 2 - 4
• Zaragoza - Barcelona : 1 - 2

February 16, 2008 was a Saturday and it was the 47th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 16, 2008 can also be written as 2/16/2008 in the US and as 16/2/2008 in UK and Europe.

February 16, 2008 in February 2008 calendar

Famous people died on February 16, 2008:

• James Orange

Famous people who died in 2008

Famous people who died on February 16th

February 16, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 16, 2008 was Low by Flo Rida, according to the music chart for the week February 11th and February 17th.

1. Flo Rida - Low
2. Chris Brown - With You
3. Rihanna - Don't Stop The Music
4. Timbaland - Apologize
5. Alicia Keys - No One

February 16, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 16, 2008 was Now You're Gone by Basshunter featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz, according to the music chart for the week February 11th and February 17th.

1. Basshunter featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz - Now You're Gone
2. Nickelback - Rockstar
3. Adele - Chasing Pavements
4. Rihanna - Don't Stop The Music
5. Kelly Rowland - Work

February 16, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 16, 2008 was Like You'll Never See Me Again by Alicia Keys, according to the music chart for the week February 11th and February 17th.

1. Alicia Keys - Like You'll Never See Me Again
2. Keyshia Cole - I Remember
3. Mary J. Blige - Just Fine
4. J. Holiday - Suffocate
5. Webbie Featuring Lil' Phat & Lil' Boosie - Independent

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 16th is Aquarius.

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February 16, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 16, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 16, 2008 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 16, 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 February 16, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 83% full, rising at 12:29 pm and setting at 04:39 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 22, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Feb 21, 2008.

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Your place in the Universe on February 16, 2008

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Someone born on February 16, 2008 is:

18 years 3 months old,

or 219 months and 8 days old,

or 953 weeks and 1 day old,

or 6672 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 16, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on February 16, 2008.

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