Thursday, 16th February 2012 in Berlin
Welcome to your daily snapshot of Berlin! Explore 48 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in Berlin. From remarkable moments in local and world history to the people who left their mark — find out what makes today special. Today's weather in Berlin brings snowy with temperatures between -3°C and 2°C. Tonight's moon is in its first quarter phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Aquarius. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Thursday, 16th February in Berlin, DE.
On Thursday, 16th February 2012, Berlin experienced snowy conditions typical of the German capital's winter climate. Berlin stands as the largest city in Germany and serves as the political and cultural centre of the nation, positioned in north-eastern Germany where it sits at the confluence of the Spree and Havel rivers. The moon was in its first quarter phase, whilst those born under the Aquarius zodiac sign dominated the astrological landscape on this winter's day.
Historical records reveal that significant events have marked this date across centuries. The Council of Lithuania signed its Act of Independence on 16th February 1918, proclaiming the restoration of an independent nation following the dissolution of the Russian Empire. More recently, in 1936, the Popular Front, a coalition of left-wing parties, came to power in the Spanish general election, a development that would prove instrumental in the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War merely five months later.
The explorer Carsten Borchgrevink also achieved a notable milestone on this date in 1900, when his Southern Cross Expedition reached a new Farthest South at 78 degrees 50 minutes South, making the first landing at the Great Ice Barrier and establishing a significant geographical achievement during the heroic age of polar exploration.
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What the Weather Had in Store for Berlin on 16th February 2012
The weight of silence reveals itself only after noise.
Fortune of the Day
16th February in the Stars – Star Sign Pisces
Personality Profile
Personality Those born on February 16th blend Aquarius originality with Mercury's intellectual sharpness. They think unconventionally, communicate with precision, and thrive on forward-thinking ideas. Their eccentric nature makes them captivating conversationalists.
Strengths & Weaknesses Strengths: intellectual vision, innovative problem-solving, sharp communication skills. Weaknesses: emotional detachment, impatience with convention, tendency to overthink. They sometimes appear distant or cerebral.
Love In relationships, these individuals prioritize mental connection over emotional intensity. Partners who respect independence work best. Passion develops slowly—intellectual exchange and understanding matter more than fireworks.
Caree & Finance Careers in technology, science, communication, or social innovation suit them well. Financial independence motivates them; groundbreaking projects excite more than security. Entrepreneurial instinct is pronounced.
Health Mental stimulation combined with physical activity—yoga or running—keeps them balanced. Nervousness may manifest physically; relaxation techniques help. Regular breaks prevent burnout from constant thinking.
That night, the moon was in its first quarter phase.
Chinese year of the Dragon (Water).
Fun Facts About 16th February
Name Days in Your Language: Cliff, Clifford, Clifton, Jeremiah, Jeremy, Sonnie, Sonny, Sunny
Someone born on this day in 2012 would be 14 years old today — just 5,161 days into life, which is roughly 123,885 hours, 7,433,122 minutes, or 445,987,347 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 47. day of the year.
As this is a leap year, there are 319 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 7 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 16th February
- Yuki Naito, Japanese tennis player (2001)
- Koffee, Jamaican singer, songwriter and rapper (2000)
- Coby White, American basketball player (2000)
- Carlos Yulo, Filipino artistic gymnast (2000)
- Ignatius Ganago, Cameroonian footballer (1999)
- Marie Ulven Ringheim, Norwegian singer, songwriter and music producer (1999)
- An Hyejin, South Korean volleyball player (1998)
- Kim Suji, South Korean diver (1998)
- Jordan Greenway, American ice hockey player (1997)
- Denzel Curry, American rapper (1995)
Lives Remembered on 16th February
- Lasse Braun, Algerian-Italian director, producer, and screenwriter (born 1936) (2015)
- Lesley Gore, American singer-songwriter (born 1946) (2015)
- R. R. Patil, Indian lawyer and politician, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra (born 1957) (2015)
- Lorena Rojas, Mexican actress and singer (born 1971) (2015)
- Ken Farragut, American football player (born 1928) (2014)
- Kralle Krawinkel, German guitarist (born 1947) (2014)
- Michael Shea, American author (born 1946) (2014)
- Colin Edwards, Guyanese footballer (born 1991) (2013)
- Grigory Pomerants, Russian philosopher and author (born 1918) (2013)
- Tony Sheridan, English singer-songwriter and guitarist (born 1940) (2013)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 16th February
- Christian feast day: Abda of Edessa
- Christian feast day: Elias and companions
- Christian feast day: Juliana of Nicomedia (Catholic Church)
- Christian feast day: Onesimus
- Christian feast day: Charles Todd Quintard (Episcopal Church (USA))
- Christian feast day: February 16 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Day of the Shining Star (Kim Jong Il's birthday) (North Korea)
- Restoration of Lithuania's Statehood Day, celebrate the independence of Lithuania from Russia and Germany in 1918 (Lithuania)
- Elizabeth Peratrovich Day (Alaska)
What Happened on 16th February?
- Five thousand people gathered in the town of Kherrata, Bejaia Province to mark the second anniversary of the Hirak protest movement. Demonstrations had been suspended because of the COVID-19 pandemic in Algeria. (2021)
- A bomb blast at a market in Hazara Town, Quetta, Pakistan kills more than 80 people and injures 190 others. (2013)
- The last Mobile army surgical hospital (MASH) is decommissioned by the United States Army. (2006)
- The Kyoto Protocol comes into force, following its ratification by Russia. (2005)
- The National Hockey League cancels the entire 2004–05 regular season and playoffs. (2005)
- Emery Worldwide Airlines Flight 17 crashes near Sacramento Mather Airport in Rancho Cordova, California, killing all three aboard. (2000)
- China Airlines Flight 676 crashes into a road and residential area near Chiang Kai-shek International Airport in Taiwan, killing all 196 aboard and six more on the ground. (1998)
- A Chicago-bound Amtrak train, the Capitol Limited, collides with a MARC commuter train bound for Washington, D.C., killing 11 people. (1996)
- Nicaraguan Contras leader Enrique Bermúdez is assassinated in Managua. (1991)
- The Soviet liner MS Mikhail Lermontov runs aground in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand. (1986)