What happened on Saturday October 27, 2012?

Here's what happened on October 27, 2012:

• Apple launches iPad Mini On October 27, 2012, Apple introduced the iPad Mini, a smaller version of its popular tablet device. The iPad Mini featured a 7.9-inch display and was positioned as a more affordable and portable alternative to the standard iPad. The launch expanded Apple's tablet lineup and aimed to compete with other smaller tablets in the market. source: apple.com
• Vatican responds to Jimmy Savile abuse scandal On October 27, 2012, the Vatican addressed the sexual abuse scandal involving British television presenter Jimmy Savile. The Vatican expressed 'shame and sorrow' over the abuse and acknowledged the need for the Church to confront such issues. The response was part of a broader effort by the Vatican to address sexual abuse cases within the Church. source: bbc.com
• Major earthquake off British Columbia coast On October 27, 2012, a significant earthquake struck off the coast of British Columbia, Canada. The earthquake had a magnitude of 7.7 and triggered a tsunami warning for the region. Fortunately, the tsunami threat was later lifted, and there were no reports of significant damage or casualties. source: cbc.ca
• Madrid Protests Against Budget Cuts Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Madrid to protest against government budget cuts, facing confrontational riot police. The protest reflected growing public discontent with austerity measures and economic policies.
• GAA All Stars Football Award Karl Lacey from Donegal was named the GAA All Stars Footballer-of-the-Year, receiving his fourth All Star award, highlighting his exceptional performance in Gaelic football.

Events in 2012

October 27, 2012: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Oct. 27, 2012

October 27, 2012: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

• Milan - Genoa : 1 - 0
• Siena - Palermo : 0 - 0

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Charleroi - Anderlecht : 2 - 0
• Gent - Bergen : 2 - 0
• Germinal - Oud-Heverlee Leuven : 1 - 3
• Mechelen - Lierse : 3 - 0
• Waasland-Beveren - Waregem : 0 - 2

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

• Fortuna Dusseldorf - Wolfsburg : 1 - 4
• Freiburg - Dortmund : 0 - 2
• Greuther Furth - Werder Bremen : 1 - 1
• Mainz - Hoffenheim : 3 - 0
• Schalke 04 - Nurnberg : 1 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• Braunschweig - Hertha : 1 - 1
• Erzgebirge Aue - Bochum : 6 - 1
• Sandhausen - Duisburg : 0 - 2

October 27, 2012 was a Saturday and it was the 301st day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 27, 2012 can also be written as 10/27/2012 in the US and as 27/10/2012 in UK and Europe.

October 27, 2012 in October 2012 calendar

Famous people died on October 27, 2012:

• Hans Werner Henze

  Renowned German composer and music educator who significantly influenced 20th-century classical music.

• Göran Stangertz

  Swedish actor and director (b. 1944).

• Regina Dourado

  Brazilian actress (b. 1952).

• Angelo Maria Cicolani

  Italian engineer and politician (b. 1952).

• Rodney S. Quinn

  American colonel, pilot, and politician, 44th secretary of state of maine (b. 1923).

Famous people who died in 2012

Famous people who died on October 27th

October 27, 2012: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 27, 2012 was One More Night by Maroon 5, according to the music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.

1. Maroon 5 - One More Night
2. Psy - Gangnam Style
3. Taylor Swift - I Knew You Were Trouble
4. Fun. - Some Nights
5. Taylor Swift - We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together

October 27, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 27, 2012 was Diamonds by Rihanna, according to the music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.

1. Rihanna - Diamonds
2. Kanye West, Jay-Z, Big Sean - Clique
3. Miguel - Adorn
4. Kanye West, Big Sean, Pusha T, 2 Chainz - Mercy
5. French Montana Featuring Rick Ross, Drake, Lil Wayne - Pop That

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 27th is Scorpio.

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October 27, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 27, 2012 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 27, 2012 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 27, 2012 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 October 27, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 04:42 pm and setting at 06:12 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 30, 2012 while the next full moon would come on Oct 29, 2012.

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Someone born on October 27, 2012 is:

13 years 5 months old,

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