Wednesday May 11, 2005: on this day

May 11, 2005 was the 131st day of the year 2005, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is May 11, 2005 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 11, 2005, who was born and died on May 11, 2005, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 11, 2005, which were the most popular songs (ex. Hollaback Girl by Gwen Stefani), movies (e.g. The Illusionist, directed by Neil Burger), TV series (e.g. Seven Periods With Mr Gormsby) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 11th, 2005 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 11, 2005?


May 11, 2005 was a Wednesday and it was the 131st day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 11, 2005 can also be written as 5/11/2005 in the US and as 11/5/2005 in UK and Europe.

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May 11, 2005: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 11, 2005:

  • Michael ross, a serial killer, is executed for the first time in new england in over 45 years.
  • President george w. bush signs into law the real id act.
  • Guantanamo bay qur'an desecration claims: riots over a newsweek article (later retracted), lead to at least three deaths and dozens of injuries in jalalabad. afghan police used live ammunition to stop anti-american riots organized against the alleged desecration a qur'an copy. (bbc),
  • The northern israeli town shlomi was hit by a katyusha rocket. it caused damage to a bakery, but did not cause any injuries. it appears that the rocket was launched from lebanon, as israel celebrated its 57th independence day.
  • With the assistance of sharif basyouni (united nations war crimes expert), justice officials in kuwait indict saddam hussein along with several other iraqi officials on charges of crimes against humanity in connection to kuwait's 1990 invasion.
  • The controversial m3 motorway through tara-skyrne valley's archaeologically sensitive tara, skyrne valley has been approved by the irish government. this was in spite of international protests from environmentalists and academics.
  • Reports of an incoming plane have caused the white house and united states capitol to be evacuated. following the evacuation, the us secret service issued an all-clear.
  • Paul martin, the canadian prime minister, has scheduled a may 19 vote in the house of commons to approve the federal budget. he stated that if his government loses confidence votes, he would seek to dissolve parliament. this could mean that an election could be held as soon as june 27.
  • With only one dissident vote, the austrian parliament ratifies european union's constitution.
  • Conflict in iraq: a series of bombings across iraq has resulted in the deaths of at least 60 people.
  • The eu membership treaty is ratified by the bulgarian parliament.
  • After shakuntala verma had investigated allegations of illegal child marriages, indian authorities are investigating the attack on shakuntala verma, a social worker. one of her hands was severed, and the other was severely wounded.
  • The number of cases during a polio epidemic in yemen rises to 63.
  • Javier zanetti is the inter milan football club captain and says that the team could accept an invitation to play against the zapatistarebels of mexico.
  • Talks on the bakassi peninsula, which is disputed by nigeria and cameroon, have been stalled by both nigerian and cameroon presidents. they agreed to negotiate a new date of the withdrawal of nigerian troops.

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May 11, 2005: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 11, 2005:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $56.94
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $35.24
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $24.89
  • General Electric GE: opens at $35.90
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $73.63

Exchange Rates on May 11, 2005:

  • 1 USD = 105.81 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.247 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2057 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 135.46 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6838 GBP

May 11, 2005: What were the main match results that day?

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Arsenal - Everton : 7 - 0
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May 11, 2005: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 11th 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 11, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 11, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on May 11th, 2005 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 11, 2005: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 11, 2005 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 11, 2005 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 11, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 14% full, rising at 07:35 am and setting at 11:49 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 24, 2005 while the next full moon would come on May 23, 2005.

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Who was born on May 11, 2005?


Whose famous birthday is on May 11th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 11th:

  • Cory Monteith
    Cory Monteith

    Cory monteith was a canadian actor best known for his role as finn hudson on the television series glee.

  • Fred Astaire
    Fred Astaire

    Fred astaire was an american actor, dancer, and singer known for his elegant and graceful dancing in numerous hollywood musicals.

  • Natasha Richardson
    Natasha Richardson

    British actress, well-known for her performances in the theatre.

  • Laetitia Casta
    Laetitia Casta

    French corsican actress and model, found by a photographer on corsican beaches.

  • Benoît Magimel
    Benoît Magimel

    He is a french actor who started his career at the age of 14 in the film "life is a long, quiet river", directed by etienne chatillez.

  • Richard Feynman
    Richard Feynman

    American theoretical physicist, known for his contributions to the path integral formulation and quantum mechanics, the theory, and physics...

  • Holly Valance
    Holly Valance

    Holly valance is an australian pop singer and actress known for her hit single 'kiss kiss' and her role as felicity 'flick' scully on the...

  • Jeffrey Donovan
    Jeffrey Donovan

    American stage, film, and television actor.

  • Doug McClure
    Doug McClure

    American actor.

  • Jonathan Jackson
    Jonathan Jackson

    Instigator of the marin county civic center shootout, brother to black panther george jackson (born 1953).

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May 11, 2005: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 18 years 10 months old,

or 226 months and 18 days old,

or 985 weeks and 2 days old,

or 6897 days old,

if you were born on May 11, 2005.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 11, 2005?

There are 43 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 11th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 11, 2005?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 11, 2005.

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May 11, 2005: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 11, 2005:

  • Michalis Genitsaris

    Greek rebetiko singer, composer (born 1917).

  • Léo Cadieux

    Canadian journalist and politician, 17th canadian minister of national defence (d. 2005).

What famous deaths happened on May 11th?

Famous deaths on May 11th:

  • Peggy Lipton
    Peggy Lipton

    American actress.

  • Lex Barker
    Lex Barker

    American actor, best known for his portrayal of tarzan of the apes as well as leading characters in karl may's novels.

  • Jerry Stiller
    Jerry Stiller

    American actor, comedian and producer (d. 2020).

  • Jorja Curtright
    Jorja Curtright

    Actor, whistle stop, dies from a heart attack.

  • Jean Adair
    Jean Adair

    Dies at 80.

  • Alver Aalto

    Famous architect known for his innovative designs.

  • Ifeanyichukwu Azikiwe

    Ifeanyichukwu Azikiwe was the first President of Nigeria and a prominent figure in the country's independence movement.

  • Oiva Aalto

    Renowned Finnish architect known for his modernist designs.

  • Ceferino Namuncurá

    Argentinian religious leader and candidate for sainthood.

  • Milcah Mitchell

    Renowned botanist who specialized in plant genetics.

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May 11, 2005: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 11, 2005:

  • Holiday of the City of Miskolc (since 1992).
  • Blessed John Rochester
  • Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saint Mamertus, first of the Ice Saints
  • Roman Empire - Feast of the Lemures (See Larvae).

Saints celebrated on May 11, 2005:

  • Saint Francis of Girolamo
  • Saint Estella
  • Saint Odilo of Cluny
  • Saint Majolus of Cluny
  • Saint James Walworth
  • Saint Bertilla
  • Saint Gengou Gangulphus
  • Saint Gauthier of Esterp
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May 11, 2005: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 11, 2005 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 9th and May 15th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 11, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 11, 2005 was Hollaback Girl by Gwen Stefani, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 11, 2005: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 11, 2005 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 9th and May 15th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hollaback Girl youtube
  2. - Hate It Or Love It
  3. - Oh
  4. - Lonely
  5. - Just A Lil Bit

May 11, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 11, 2005 was Lonely by Akon, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 11, 2005: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 11, 2005 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 9th and May 15th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Lonely
  2. - (Is This The Way To) Amarillo
  3. - Signs
  4. - Feel Good Inc
  5. - I Like The Way

May 11, 2005: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 11, 2005 was Slow Down by Bobby Valentino, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 11, 2005: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 11, 2005 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 9th and May 15th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Slow Down
  2. - Oh
  3. - U Already Know
  4. - Truth Is
  5. - Wait (The Whisper Song)

May 11, 2005: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 11, 2005 was La Camisa Negra by Juanes, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 11, 2005: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 11, 2005 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 9th and May 15th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - La Camisa Negra
  2. - Hoy Como Ayer
  3. - En Soledad
  4. - Aire
  5. - Obsesion (No Es Amor)

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May 11, 2005: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 11, 2005 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Illusionist

The Illusionist

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Neil Burger

Starring: Edward Norton, Jessica Biel, Paul Giamatti, Rufus Sewell

Country: United States of America

A History of Violence

A History of Violence

Release year: 2005

Directed by: David Cronenberg

Starring: Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello, Ed Harris, William Hurt

Country: United States of America

Kingdom of Heaven

Kingdom of Heaven

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Ridley Scott

Starring: Orlando Bloom, Eva Green, Liam Neeson, Martin Hancock

Country: United States of America

Saved!

Saved!

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Brian Dannelly

Starring: Jena Malone, Mandy Moore, Macaulay Culkin, Patrick Fugit

Country: United States of America

A Prairie Home Companion

A Prairie Home Companion

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Robert Altman

Starring: Lily Tomlin, Meryl Streep, Woody Harrelson, John C. Reilly

Country: United States of America

May 11, 2005: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 11, 2005 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Seven Periods with Mr Gormsby

Seven Periods with Mr Gormsby

Release year: 2005

Starring: David McPhail, Paul McLaughlin, Jason Hoyte, Tandi Wright

Country: New Zealand

Loveless

Loveless

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Andrey Zvyagintsev

The Contender

The Contender

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Josh Baldwin

Vier Frauen und ein Todesfall

Vier Frauen und ein Todesfall

Release year: 2005

American Dragon: Jake Long

American Dragon: Jake Long

Release year: 2005

Country: United States of America

May 11, 2005: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 11, 2005 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Innocent by Harlan Coben

The Innocent

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He never meant to be killed .... Matt Hunter tried innocently to end a fight one night and ended up being a murderer. Nine years later, he is an ex-con and takes no prisoners.

Searching For The Sound by Phil Lesh

Searching For The Sound

By:

This book is a brutally honest bestseller that tells the story of Jerry Garcia and his time with the Grateful Dead bass player.

The Five People You Meet In Heaven by Mitch Albom

The Five People You Meet In Heaven

By:

This paperback edition, with flaps, of the #1 New York Times Bestseller Eddie is a veteran of World War II who feels trapped in his life fixing rides at a beach amusement park.

Superstition by Karen Robards

Superstition

By:

Pawleys Island's beautiful views hide a darker side: the murder of a local girl 15 years ago and strange disappearances of her two closest friends.

No Place Like Home by Mary Higgins Clark

No Place Like Home

By:

A riveting thriller by America's Queen of Suspense sees a young woman lured back to her childhood home, the place she longs to return.

May 11, 2005: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 11, 2005 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Cabela's Big Game Hunter 2006 Trophy Season

Cabela's Big Game Hunter 2006 Trophy Season

Platform: Microsoft Windows, GameCube (Cancelled), Xbox (Cancelled), PlayStation 2 (Cancelled)

Genre: Sports

Publisher: EU Zoo Digital Publishing

SpongeBob SquarePants: The Yellow Avenger

SpongeBob SquarePants: The Yellow Avenger

Platform: Nintendo DS, PlayStation Portable

Genre: Platformer/Adventure

Publisher: THQ

Mario Superstar Baseball

Mario Superstar Baseball

Platform: GameCube

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Nintendo

Coded Arms

Coded Arms

Platform: PlayStation Portable

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Konami

Code Age Brawls

Code Age Brawls

Platform: DoCoMo 3G FOMA Mobile phones

Genre: Role-playing game

Publisher: Square Enix

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Who was the US President on May 11, 2005?

On May 11, 2005 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 11, 2005?

On May 11, 2005 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 11, 2005?

On May 11, 2005 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about May 11th?

May 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th 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 11th, such as:

  • 2019 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). houthi forces begin to pull out of several yemeni ports including al hudaydah and as-salif. this withdrawal is part of an un-brokered ceasefire agreement that aims at ending the yemeni blockade.
  • 2018 - After six weeks of protests, the israel defense forces open fire again with tear gas and live bullets on palestinian protestors. one person has been killed, and 146 more are injured. some protestors also throw stones and burn tires.
  • 2017 - Battle of mosul: lt gen othman al-ghanmi (iraqi army chief of staff) states that his security forces are just days away from completing operation recapture mosul from isil.

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What happened in 2005?

2005 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Police kill Jean Charles de Menezes as they begin to hunt for London Bombers who were responsible for the 7/7/2005 London bombings and 21/7/2005 London bombings.
  • Yasser Aramfat is replaced as the head of the Palestine Liberation Organization by elections. Rawhi Fattouh succeeds him.
  • Donald Kagin and Steven Contursi purchased the rare (US) 1787 Brasher Gold Doubloon for US$2,990,000. This is the third highest auction price for a rare coin.

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What was the calendar for May 2005?

May 2005 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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