The economy underwent a global financial crisis in 2008 following the American subprime mortgage crisis from the previous year, causing the worst recession since the Great Depression.

What happened and who was famous in 2008? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 2008.

Jan 1, 2023 · 2008 saw the first movie of the cinematic Marvel Universe, Iron Man, the start of The Twilight Saga with Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson, and the premiere of The Dark …

Sep 25, 2024 · Discover the most significant events of 2008, from world-changing political decisions to cultural milestones. Explore the key moments that shaped history during this …

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1st January » Cyprus and Malta join the Eurozone. 17th January » British Airways Flight 38 crash lands just short of London Heathrow Airport in England with no fatalities. It is the first complete …

Sep 14, 2018 · Discover the confluence of events that prompted the Great Recession in America and its main culprit: the subprime mortgage housing crisis. In mid-September catastrophe …

June 3 – Barack Obama secures the 2008 U.S. Democratic Party presidential nomination, becoming the first African American presumptive presidential candidate for a major political party.

Mar 7, 2024 · 2008 was a significant year, with significant occasions happening all over the planet. From the financial crisis to the ascent of virtual entertainment, the year was loaded with …

Historical events from year 2008. Learn about 301 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 2008 or search by date or keyword.