Thursday May 03, 2012: on this day

May 03, 2012 was the 124th day of the year 2012, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is May 03, 2012 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 03, 2012, who was born and died on May 03, 2012, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 03, 2012, which were the most popular songs (ex. Somebody That I Used To Know by Gotye), movies (e.g. Moneyball, directed by Bennett Miller), TV series (e.g. Satyamev Jayate) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 3rd, 2012 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 03, 2012?


May 03, 2012 was a Thursday and it was the 124th day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 03, 2012 can also be written as 5/3/2012 in the US and as 3/5/2012 in UK and Europe.

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May 03, 2012: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 03, 2012:

  • Threety-four people are killed by gunmen who oppose the burning of a colleague at a northern nigeria cattle market.
  • In an explosion near a makhachkala, dagestan police station, in southern russia, seven people were killed and thirty others were injured.
  • Four students were killed in an attack by anti-government protestors at aleppo university in syria, according to activists.
  • Farhan jeemis abdulle is a somali journalist who was well-known for his work as a local reporter for radio daljir. he was walking to garsor when he was shot by an unknown gunman. puntland authorities arrived at the scene to investigate, but no arrests were made. abdulle is the fifth journalist killed in somalia this calendar year. galkayo was the second victim.
  • New delhi hosted the 59th national film awards. the award for best feature film went to 'deool and 'byari.
  • A bus crashes into a ravine in northern pakistan, killing at least 15 people and injuring 21 others.
  • In the mexican state veracruz, four dismembered bodies including two journalists have been found.
  • The argentine chamber of deputies approved the bill of president cristina fernandez de kirchner, which would nationalize 51% of ypf. it was approved by 207 votes to 32.
  • Chen guangcheng, a chinese dissident, calls the u.s. congress to get help with his efforts to leave china for his family.
  • 2012 mali coup d'etat : the economic community of west african states promises to send troops to mali, if the country accepts.
  • Bahrain's king hamad bin isa al khalifa gives new powers to the parliament
  • The united kingdom's voters go to the polls to vote in local elections. it is expected that the labour party will do well.
  • Haiti's chamber of deputies has appointed laurent lamothe the new prime minister, ending a two-month standoff with president michel martelly.
  • The united states, france, russia and china urge iran to cooperate with the international atomic energy agency.

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May 03, 2012: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 03, 2012:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $86.36
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $590.50
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $31.88
  • General Electric GE: opens at $19.80
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $208.27

Exchange Rates on May 03, 2012:

  • 1 USD = 80.19 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.9883 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.9134 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.3054 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 105.45 JPY

May 03, 2012: What were the main match results that day?

Le Championnat - Football (France)

  • Dijon - Auxerre : 0 - 2

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Celtic - St Johnstone : 1 - 0
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May 03, 2012: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 3rd is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 03, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 03, 2012 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on May 3rd, 2012 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 03, 2012: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 03, 2012 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 03, 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 May 03, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 95% full, rising at 05:13 pm and setting at 04:29 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 06, 2012 while the next full moon would come on May 06, 2012.

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Who was born on May 03, 2012?


Whose famous birthday is on May 3rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 3rd:

  • Danila Kozlovsky
    Danila Kozlovsky

    Danila Kozlovsky is a renowned Russian actor, director, and producer known for his roles in films such as 'Vampire Academy' and 'Viking'.

  • Christina Hendricks
    Christina Hendricks

    Christina hendricks is an american actress best known for her role as joan holloway in the tv series mad men.

  • Bobby Cannavale
    Bobby Cannavale

    Bobby cannavale is a well-known american actor who has appeared in numerous films and television shows, including 'boardwalk empire' and...

  • Bing Crosby
    Bing Crosby

    American singer, who was known for his smooth baritone and world-famous crooning.

  • Jaycee Dugard
    Jaycee Dugard

    American kidnapping victim.

  • Mary Astor
    Mary Astor

    American actress, first on-screen in 1920.

  • Ben Elton
    Ben Elton

    British left-wing comedian, writer and novelist.

  • Christopher Cross
    Christopher Cross

    Grammy-winning musician known for hits like 'Sailing' and 'Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do).

  • Mary Hopkin
    Mary Hopkin

    Welsh singer-songwriter.

  • Walter Slezak
    Walter Slezak

    Austrian-american actor, who won the tony award and n.y.

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May 03, 2012: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 11 years 11 months old,

or 143 months and 16 days old,

or 624 weeks and 1 day old,

or 4369 days old,

if you were born on May 03, 2012.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 03, 2012?

There are 14 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 3rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 03, 2012?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 03, 2012.

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May 03, 2012: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 03, 2012:

  • Felix Werder

    German-australian composer, conductor, and critic (b. 1922).

  • Jorge Illueca

    Panamanian politician, 30th president of panama (b. 1918).

What famous deaths happened on May 3rd?

Famous deaths on May 3rd:

  • Jackie Cooper
    Jackie Cooper

    American actor who appeared on screen at age three as a charming top-child actor.

  • Robert Alda
    Robert Alda

    American actor dan lewis - supertrain, born 1914, dies at 72.

  • Bruce Cabot
    Bruce Cabot

    Carlsbad (new mexico) -- actor (diamonds are forever king kong).

  • Jack Weston
    Jack Weston

    American actor.

  • Diana Wynyard
    Diana Wynyard

    English actress (d. 1964).

  • Fatih Sultan Mehmed

    Conqueror of Constantinople and a significant figure in Ottoman history.

  • Dalida

    Renowned French singer with international success.

  • Samauri Yamamoto

    Renowned for his exceptional swordsmanship and teachings.

  • Bryne Cooper

    Renowned actor known for his roles in classic films.

  • Chlora Bryant

    Acclaimed jazz singer who gained popularity in the mid-20th century.

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May 03, 2012: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 03, 2012:

  • Black Madonna of Cz?stochowa Queen and Protector of Poland (since April 1, 1656)
  • Antonia and Alexander (martyrs of 313)
  • Feast of the Finding of the Holy Cross, aka the Invention of the True Cross.
  • Discoflux (Discordianism).
  • Constitution Day in Poland and Japan.
  • World Press Freedom Day.

Saints celebrated on May 03, 2012:

  • Saint Apostle James the Lesser
  • Saint Emily Bicchiere (1238 - 1314
  • Saints Eventius and Alexander, Saint Theodulus (martyrs of 119)
  • Saint Ansfrid (c. 1008)
  • Saint Alexander I
  • Saint Apostle Philip
  • Saint Juvenalis (d. 376)
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May 03, 2012: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 03, 2012 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 30th and May 6th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 03, 2012: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 03, 2012 was Somebody That I Used To Know by Gotye, according to the music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

May 03, 2012: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 03, 2012 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Somebody That I Used To Know
  2. - We Are Young
  3. - Payphone
  4. - Boyfriend
  5. - Glad You Came

May 03, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 03, 2012 was Climax by Usher, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

May 03, 2012: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 03, 2012 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Climax
  2. - Birthday Cake
  3. - UP!
  4. - Love On Top
  5. - Another Round

May 03, 2012: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 03, 2012 was La Senal by Juanes, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

May 03, 2012: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 03, 2012 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - La Senal
  2. - Ai Se Eu Te Pego
  3. - Intentalo
  4. - Bailando Por El Mundo
  5. - Llamada de Mi Ex

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May 03, 2012: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 03, 2012 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Moneyball

Moneyball

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Bennett Miller

Starring: Brad Pitt, Robin Wright, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman

Country: United States of America

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Brad Bird

Starring: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, Paula Patton

Country: United States of America

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

Release year: 2012

Directed by: John Madden

Starring: Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Maggie Smith, Tom Wilkinson

Country: United States of America

Killer Joe

Killer Joe

Release year: 2012

Directed by: William Friedkin

Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Emile Hirsch, Juno Temple, Thomas Haden Church

Country: United States of America

J. Edgar

J. Edgar

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Clint Eastwood

Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Armie Hammer, Naomi Watts, Josh Hamilton

Country: United States of America

May 03, 2012: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 03, 2012 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Satyamev Jayate

Satyamev Jayate

Release year: 2012

Starring: Aamir Khan

Country: India

Any Day Now

Any Day Now

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Travis Fine

The Lizzie Bennet Diaries

The Lizzie Bennet Diaries

Release year: 2012

Starring: Ashley Clements

Country: United States of America

The Client List

The Client List

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Eric Laneuville

Die Chefin

Die Chefin

Release year: 2012

May 03, 2012: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 03, 2012 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

What Doesn'T Kill You by Iris Johansen

What Doesn'T Kill You

By:

What Doesn't Kill youIris JohansenIn this riveting thriller, number one bestselling author Iris Johansen pits one her most interesting characters against one of the most brutal killers... Abandoned on the streets

The Lifeboat by Charlotte Rogan

The Lifeboat

By:

Grace Winter, 22 years old, is a newlywed as well as a widow. Grace Winter, 22, is a newlywed and a widow.

Calico Joe by John Grisham

Calico Joe

By:

"Grisham hits it out of the park ."--The Washington Post. It's 1973 and Joe Castle is the great rookie in baseball.

The Limpopo Academy Of Private Detection by Alexander McCall Smith

The Limpopo Academy Of Private Detection

By:

THE NO. 1 LADIES’ DETECTIVE AGENCY-Book 13An incredibly popular book, the No. Precious Ramotswe is Botswana's top lady detective and the 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series.

Imagine by Jonah Lehrer

Imagine

By:

The author had fabricated several parts and the book was pulled off shelves. ISBN number is 9780547386072.

May 03, 2012: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 03, 2012 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Black Knight Sword

Black Knight Sword

Platform: PlayStation 3 (PSN), Xbox 360 (XBLA)

Genre: Action, platformer

Publisher: Reverb Communications

The Darkness II

The Darkness II

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, OS X, OnLive

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: 2K Games

Fable: The Journey

Fable: The Journey

Platform: Xbox 360

Genre: Action role-playing

Publisher: Microsoft Studios

Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes

Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes

Platform: Windows OS X

Genre: Graphic adventure

Call of Cthulhu: The Wasted Land

Call of Cthulhu: The Wasted Land

Platform: iOS, Microsoft Windows, Android

Genre: Tactical role-playing

Publisher: Red Wasp Design

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Who was the US President on May 03, 2012?

On May 03, 2012 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 03, 2012?

On May 03, 2012 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 03, 2012?

On May 03, 2012 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about May 3rd?

May 3rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 3rd day of the month of May. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on May 3rd, such as:

  • 2019 - Sinclair broadcast group purchases fox sports networks (fsn), from the walt disney company, for $10.6 billion. the u.s. justice department ordered disney to sell fsn in connection with its purchase of 21st century fox. this was due to antitrust concerns regarding its ownership of espn inc.
  • 2018 - Israel defence forces (idf), while trying to breach the security fence surrounding the northern gaza strip, arrested a palestinian man. he sustained injuries and was shot during his arrest.
  • 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). eight civilians are killed and 28 others are injured in a suicide bombing attack on a nato convoy.

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What happened in 2012?

2012 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Arab Spring
  • The Arab Inter-parliamentary Union is an advisory body to Arab League and calls for the removal its monitors in Syria. They claim that they inadvertently help the government cover-up ongoing violence.
  • Syrian opposition groups claim that more than 5,800 people were killed in violence during 2011.

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What was the calendar for May 2012?

May 2012 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

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