Thursday May 12, 2005: on this day

May 12, 2005 was the 132nd day of the year 2005, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is May 12, 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 12, 2005, who was born and died on May 12, 2005, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 12, 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 12th, 2005 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 12, 2005?


May 12, 2005 was a Thursday and it was the 132nd day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 12, 2005 can also be written as 5/12/2005 in the US and as 12/5/2005 in UK and Europe.

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May 12, 2005: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 12, 2005:

  • Malcolm glazer takes control of the uk football team manchester united f.c. after securing a 70% stake.
  • Browse newspapers headlines from May 12, 2005
  • Zimbabwe releases 60 south african mercenaries linked to an alleged coup in equatorial guinea last year.
  • An investigation by the united states senate has revealed evidence that two prominent british and french politicians were given vouchers for millions in iraqi oil. this was in return for their support for saddam hussein's regime. george galloway is charged with using the mariam appeal, a children's leukemia charity that he established, to hide the transfer of 3,000,000 barrels of oil. however, he denies any wrongdoing. (bbc),
  • The european court of human rights ruled that turkey's 1999 trial of abdullah ocalan, kurdish leader, was not fair.
  • President olusegun obasanjo of nigeria opens nigeria's first blood transfusion center. this centre screens blood for aids prevention.
  • Western countries have pledged funds to ukraine in order to help pay for the chernobyl nuclear power reactor.
  • Former justice minister alberto santofimio botero in colombia is being held for complicity in the 1989 murder of luis carlos galan, the presidential candidate.
  • Houston federal judge dan boyle, an enron former executive, is sentenced to 3 years and 10 month in prison for his participation in a barge fraud with merrill lynch securities firm. two merrill lynch executives are also sentenced.
  • The eruption of la cumbre volcano, ferdinanda island, galapagos islands, begins.
  • Mtv announces the xbox 360.

May 12, 2005: What were the magazines covers that day?

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May 12, 2005: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 12, 2005:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $57.00
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $35.42
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $24.84
  • General Electric GE: opens at $36.17
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $73.53

Exchange Rates on May 12, 2005:

  • 1 USD = 106.79 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.2512 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2172 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 135.38 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6798 GBP
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May 12, 2005: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 12th 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 12, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 12, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on May 12th, 2005 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 12, 2005: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

21%

The moon phase on May 12, 2005 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 12, 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 12, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 21% full, rising at 08:28 am and setting at 12:37 am.

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 12, 2005?


Famous people born on May 12, 2005:

  • Viktorija Listunova

Whose famous birthday is on May 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 12th:

  • Rami Malek
    Rami Malek

    Rami malek is an american actor known for his role as elliot alderson in the tv series mr.

  • Emilio Estevez
    Emilio Estevez

    Emilio estevez is an american actor known for his roles in movies such as the breakfast club and young guns.

  • Ving Rhames
    Ving Rhames

    Ving rhames is an american actor known for his roles in films such as pulp fiction, mission: impossible, and dawn of the dead.

  • Katharine Hepburn
    Katharine Hepburn

    American actress, whose first film appearance was in "a bill of divorcement" (1932) with john barrymore.

  • George Carlin
    George Carlin

    American comedian who started doing tv variety shows and nightclubs in 1966.

  • Gabriel Byrne
    Gabriel Byrne

    Irish actor, film director and producer, film writer, cultural ambassador, and audiobook narrator.

  • Burt Bacharach
    Burt Bacharach

    American composer and pianist of popular music.

  • Jason Biggs
    Jason Biggs

    He was an american actor who first appeared in national commercials at age 5. he was 13 when he won a role on "drexellaeur(tm),s class", a...

  • Malin Akerman
    Malin Akerman

    Swedish-canadian model and actress.

  • Catherine Tate
    Catherine Tate

    English actor, comedian, and writer.

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May 12, 2005: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 18 years 10 months old,

or 226 months and 7 days old,

or 983 weeks and 5 days old,

or 6886 days old,

if you were born on May 12, 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 12, 2005?

There are 54 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 12th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 12, 2005?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 12, 2005.

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May 12, 2005: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 12, 2005:

  • Monica Zetterlund
    Monica Zetterlund

    Swedish singer and actress (born 1937).

  • Margaruite Harbert

    American businesswoman known for her philanthropy and leadership in the construction industry.

  • Orvile Fleming

    Pioneering chemist known for his research in polymer science.

  • Martin Lings

    English scholar and author (d. 2005).

  • Ömer Kavur

    Turkish director, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1944).

  • Ladislau Șimon
  • Luis Alberto Acuña Gatillon

What famous deaths happened on May 12th?

Famous deaths on May 12th:

  • Robert Reed
    Robert Reed

    American actor most well-known for his role as paterfamilias mike brady on the tv series "the brady bunch", a funny, corny, and endearing...

  • Elisabeth Bergner
    Elisabeth Bergner

    German actress (b. 1897).

  • Louis Calhern
    Louis Calhern

    American actor and singer (d. 1956).

  • Lillian Roth
    Lillian Roth

    Actress (animal crackers and alice sweet alice).

  • Cornell Borchers
    Cornell Borchers

    Germany -- actress (big lift floodtide, istanbul, istanbul).

  • Johnye Russell

    Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.

  • Mililani

    Renowned Hawaiian musician known for popularizing traditional music.

  • Solita Solano

    Renowned Mexican painter known for her vibrant and expressive works.

  • Nillie Sachs

    German-Swedish politician and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

  • Jozeph Pilsudski

    Polish statesman who served as Chief of State and First Marshal of Poland.

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May 12, 2005: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 12, 2005:

  • Day of Finnishness in Finland; Commemoration day of J. V. Snellman.
  • International Nurses Day
  • Buddhism in Sri Lanka, Thailand - Visakha Bucha. (2006) [1]
  • Israel - Yom Ha'atzma'ut (Israeli Independence Day) for 2005: the observed date of this national holiday is determined by the Jewish Calendar.
  • Blessed Imelda
  • Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saints Achilleus and Nereus

Observances on May 12, 2005:

  • International Day of Plant Health [FAO]

Saints celebrated on May 12, 2005:

  • Saint Epiphanius
  • Saint Domitilla
  • Saint Modoald
  • Saint Pancras (died 304), second of the Ice Saints
  • Saint Joan of Portugal
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May 12, 2005: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 12, 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 12, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 12, 2005 was Hollaback Girl by Gwen Stefani, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 12, 2005: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 12, 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 12, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 12, 2005 was Lonely by Akon, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 12, 2005: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 12, 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 12, 2005: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 12, 2005 was Slow Down by Bobby Valentino, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 12, 2005: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 12, 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 12, 2005: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 12, 2005 was La Camisa Negra by Juanes, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 12, 2005: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 12, 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 12, 2005: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 12, 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 12, 2005: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 12, 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 12, 2005: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 12, 2005 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Liberalism Is A Mental Disorder by Michael Savage

Liberalism Is A Mental Disorder

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Michael Savage believes Liberalism is a Mental Disorder. Talk radio sensation Michael Savage is a talk radio sensation who savages the most hateful political figures in today's world with his grit, heart, and gusto.

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.

Revenge Of The Sith by Matthew Stover

Revenge Of The Sith

By:

After years of civil war, Separatists have nearly brought down the Republic almost to its knees.

The Innocent by Harlan Coben

The Innocent

By:

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.

Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner

Freakonomics

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What is more dangerous: a gun, or a swimming-pool? What does sumo wrestlers and schoolteachers have in common What does it really matter how much parents are important? These are not the typical questions an economist would ask.

May 12, 2005: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 12, 2005 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Break 'Em All (North America) Brick 'Em All DS (Europe) Simple DS Series Vol. 4: The Block Kuzushi (

Break 'Em All (North America) Brick 'Em All DS (Europe) Simple DS Series Vol. 4: The Block Kuzushi (

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: D3 Publisher

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

Nintendogs

Nintendogs

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Pet-raising simulation

Publisher: Nintendo

Chuzzle

Chuzzle

Platform: Windows, Macintosh, Game Boy Advance, Mobile phone, iOS,[1] Android, Online

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: PopCap Games

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 12, 2005?

On May 12, 2005 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 12, 2005?

On May 12, 2005 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 12, 2005?

On May 12, 2005 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about May 12th?

May 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th 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 12th, such as:

  • 2019 - Insurgency within the maghreb, 2002-present: gunmen set fire to a catholic church at mass and killed six people in dablo (burkina faso).
  • 2018 - Unrest in burundi (2015-present), 26 people were killed in cibitoke province. according to the country's security minister, an unknown terrorist group was responsible for the attack on civilians living in their homes.
  • 2017 - Paramore, the grammy-winning band, releases after laughter, their fifth album.

Find out more about May 12th

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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.

Discover how May 2005 calendar looked like.

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