Monday, October 12, 2020, was 4 years ago. It was the 286th day and 10th month of the year in the Georgian calendar. It’s the 42nd day of Fall (autumn) and there are 50 days left until Winter. October 12, 2020 zodiac sign is Libra. On this day, Donald J. Trump (Republican) was the president of the United States and the world population was approximately 7.79 billion, according to census.gov.
Below is everything you need to know about October 12, 2020, including popular events in history, top news headlines, US stock market results, social trends, and what was popular in entertainment. We’ll also look at October 12 zodiac details, day facts, and more ⤵
| Day index | 286th day of the year |
| Day of week | 2nd Monday of 2020 |
| Week index | 41st week of 2020 |
| Season | 42nd day of Fall (autumn) |
| Generation | Generation Alpha |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra ♎ |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Ruling Planet | Venus |
| Numerology | 8 |
| October Birthstone | Opal and Tourmaline |
| October Birth flower | Marigold |
We are using US standard week number calculations.
Fun fact: Here is how to write October 12, 2020, in Roman numerals: XXIIMMXX (month-day, year)
October 12th zodiac sign
The zodiac sign for October 12 is Libra ♎. Libra's strengths are: cooperative, diplomatic, and gracious. While the weaknesses are: self-pity, indecisive, and will carry a grudge. Venus is the ruling planet of Libra.
Top news headlines from October 12, 2020
Here is what happened on this day.
- Fauci rips new Trump campaign ad, says it uses his comments ‘out of context’
- Live updates: Amy Coney Barrett’s Supreme Court confirmation hearings kick off
- Tax records show 200 entities funneled money to Trump properties while reaping benefits from White House: NYT
- Rep. Doug Collins introduces resolution to push for Pelosi removal as House speaker
- Proud Boys Supporter Warns of ‘Civil War’ if Donald Trump Loses Election
Popular topics that trended on the web and social media on October 12th:
Amazon Prime Day Columbus Day 2020 Senator Kennedy Joe Morgan #AmyComeyBarrett Tom Parker
October 12th events in history
Below are a few important historical events that happened on October 12.
Nichiren, a Japanese Buddhist monk, founder of Nichiren Buddhism, inscribes the Dai-Gohonzon.Christopher Columbus's expedition makes landfall on a Caribbean island he names San Salvador (likely Watling Island, Bahamas). The explorer believes he has reached East Asia (OS 21 Oct).
Ford Motor Company under Henry Ford manufactures its 1 millionth automobile at the River Rouge plant in Detroit.
Stock markets on October 12, 2020
Did you know: At the age of 56, Jeff Bezos was the richest person in the world in 2020 with $113 billion fortune, followed by Bill Gates with $98 billion, according to Forbes.
October 12, 2020 US Holidays
Holidays on this day: No major holidays found for this date.
Popular Tweets on Oct 12, 2020
Here are popular and most liked tweets on this day in United States:
Donald Trump is running TV ads taking Dr. Fauci out of context and without his permission.
So, here’s a message from the President in his own words. pic.twitter.com/WCYbIfrQLR
— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) October 12, 2020
Remember, I wouldn’t be President now had Obama and Biden properly done their job. The fact is, they were TERRIBLE!!!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 12, 2020
Waiting in line for hours to vote should be considered less a story on voter enthusiasm and more a story on voter suppression. No one should have to wait hours to vote.
— Dan Rather (@DanRather) October 13, 2020
October 12, 2020 in Music
The number one song on The Billboard Hot 100 was "Franchise" by Travis Scott.
October 12 calendar
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What is Numerology and life path number?
October 12, 2020 life path number is 8. Numerologists believe that we have all had previous lifetimes. Each number from 1-9 holds a vibration and each vibration produces a predictable characteristic or outcome around it. Life Path 8 is thought to place emphasis on career, business, finances, and authority. You are spiritual, but maintain a realism to your spirituality and know the difference between make-believe and genuine realizations. Eights focus on money and can only flourish when supported.
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