Monday, 24th September 2012 in London
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On 24 September 2012, London experienced rainy weather as the city continued its daily routines under the influence of the Libra zodiac sign. The moon was in its last quarter phase, marking a period of reflection and release. London, the capital of the United Kingdom, serves as a major global centre for finance, culture and governance, with its Thames-side location having shaped centuries of political and commercial development.
The date holds historical significance across multiple centuries. In 1993, Norodom Sihanouk became King of Cambodia following the restoration of the monarchy after a 23-year interregnum, marking a pivotal moment in the nation's post-conflict reconstruction. Similarly, in 1975, Dougal Haston and Doug Scott of the Southwest Face expedition became the first mountaineers to reach the summit of Mount Everest by ascending one of its faces, an achievement that demonstrated new possibilities in high-altitude mountaineering.
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What the Weather Had in Store for London on 24th September 2012
The statue lies not in the chisel—it lived always in stone.
Fortune of the Day
24th September in the Stars – Star Sign Libra
Personality Profile
Personality Those born on September 24th blend diplomatic grace with sharp intellect. Mercury's influence adds communicative flair and analytical depth to their naturally harmony-seeking Libra nature. People born this day are magnetic conversationalists with a strong commitment to fairness and balanced perspectives.
Strengths & Weaknesses Their greatest strengths are negotiation skills, intellectual curiosity, and social sophistication. However, people born on this day can be chronically indecisive, overthinking situations before acting. They may also struggle with people-pleasing tendencies that compromise their own needs.
Love Those born September 24th seek partners who offer both intellectual stimulation and emotional stability. Venus makes them sensual and romantic, while Mercury demands meaningful dialogue. They thrive with partners who appreciate their thoughtful nature and reciprocate their need for balance.
Caree & Finance People born this day excel in roles requiring communication and diplomacy—law, mediation, design, or writing. Financially, they should resist second-guessing themselves and make quicker decisions to capitalize on opportunities. Strategic thinking is their asset.
Health Those born on this date need mental engagement and regular social connection to feel grounded. Rumination and anxiety stem from overthinking; meditation and consistent movement are beneficial. Balanced nutrition and quality sleep support their sensitive, air-sign nature.
That night, the moon was in its last quarter phase.
Chinese year of the Dragon (Water).
Fun Facts About 24th September
Name Days in Your Language: Eartha, Ertha, Herta, Hertha, Mercedes, Mercy, Scot, Scott, Scottie, Scotty
Someone born on this day in 2012 would be 13 years old today — just 4,956 days into life, which is roughly 118,964 hours, 7,137,871 minutes, or 428,272,272 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 268. day of the year.
As this is a leap year, there are 98 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 39 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 24th September
- Joe Locke, Manx actor (2003)
- Gaeul, South Korean singer, rapper, and dancer (2002)
- Nikolas Cruz, American mass murderer (1998)
- Tosin Adarabioyo, English footballer (1997)
- Sonya Deville, American wrestler and mixed martial artist (1993)
- Ben Platt, American actor, singer, and songwriter (1993)
- Oriol Romeu, Spanish footballer (1991)
- Vontaze Burfict, American football player (1990)
- Pia Wurtzbach, Filipina actress, model, and beauty queen, Miss Universe 2015 (1989)
- Karl Alzner, Canadian ice hockey player (1988)
Lives Remembered on 24th September
- Alan Moore, Australian painter and educator (born 1914) (2015)
- Wang Zhongshu, Chinese archaeologist and academic (born 1925) (2015)
- Deborah Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire, English aristocrat, socialite, and author (born 1920) (2014)
- Christopher Hogwood, English harpsichord player and conductor, founded the Academy of Ancient Music (born 1941) (2014)
- Madis Kõiv, Estonian physicist, philosopher, and author (born 1929) (2014)
- Paul Dietzel, American football player and coach (born 1924) (2013)
- Margaret Feilman, Australian architect and urban planner (born 1921) (2013)
- Boris Karvasarsky, Ukrainian-Russian psychiatrist and author (born 1931) (2013)
- Anthony Lawrence, English-Hong Kong journalist and author (born 1912) (2013)
- Sagadat Nurmagambetov, Kazakh general and politician (born 1924) (2013)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 24th September
- Armed Forces Day (Peru)
- Christian feast day: Anathalon (in Brescia)
- Christian feast day: Antonio Gonzalez
- Christian feast day: Blessed Émilie Gamelin (Canada)
- Christian feast day: Gerard of Csanád
- Christian feast day: Our Lady of Mercy and its related observance: La Mercè (Barcelona)
- Christian feast day: Our Lady of Ransom (Mercedarians)
- Christian feast day: Our Lady of Walsingham (Church of England)
- Christian feast day: Pacificus of San Severino
- Christian feast day: Rupert of Salzburg
- Christian feast day: September 24 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics).
- Constitution Day (Cambodia)
- Heritage Day (South Africa)
- Independence Day, celebrates the independence of Guinea-Bissau from Portugal in 1973.
- Mahidol Day (Thailand)
- New Caledonia Day (New Caledonia)
- Republic Day (Trinidad and Tobago)
What Happened on 24th September?
- At least 1,100 people are killed and another 934 wounded after a stampede during the Hajj in Saudi Arabia. (2015)
- The Mars Orbiter Mission makes India the first Asian nation to reach Mars orbit, and the first nation in the world to do so in its first attempt. (2014)
- A 7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes southern Pakistan, killing at least 327 people. (2013)
- The G20 summit begins in Pittsburgh with 30 global leaders in attendance. (2009)
- South African Airlink Flight 8911 crashes near Durban International Airport in Durban, South Africa, killing the captain and injuring the rest of the crew. (2009)