Thursday May 12, 2016: on this day

May 12, 2016 was the 133rd day of the year 2016, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is May 12, 2016 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, 2016, who was born and died on May 12, 2016, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 12, 2016, which were the most popular songs (ex. Panda by Desiigner), movies (e.g. Triple 9, directed by John Hillcoat), TV series (e.g. Wolf Creek) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 12th, 2016 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 12, 2016?


May 12, 2016 was a Thursday and it was the 133rd day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 12, 2016 can also be written as 5/12/2016 in the US and as 12/5/2016 in UK and Europe.

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May 12, 2016: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 12, 2016:

  • Yemeni crisis (2011-present: al qaeda militants kill at most 13 yemeni government soldiers near mukalla.
  • Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: five people are killed in a suicide bombing attack on a baghdad police station. yesterday saw 93 deaths and 165 injuries in the worst day of attacks on iraq this year.
  • Five people are killed in a suicide bombing attack on a baghdad police station. in the worst day of attacks on iraq this year, 93 people were killed and 165 were injured.
  • Nissan announced that it will purchase 34% of mitsubishi motors, a japanese car manufacturer, for 237.4 billion japanese yen ($2.2 million).
  • The bank of england has issued an unusually harsh warning about the economic consequences of an "out” vote in the forthcoming brexit referendum.
  • Malaysia airlines flight 370: malaysian government confirms that two additional pieces of debris were found in south africa, rodrigues island off mauritius. these are "almost certainly", from malaysia airlines 370 which disappeared two years ago.
  • Malaysia's government confirms that the two pieces of debris discovered in south africa and rodrigues island off mauritius were "almost certain" to be from malaysia airlines 370, which disappeared two years ago.
  • Syrian civil war: turkish president recep tayyip erdan threatens unilateral action against the islamic state of iraq, syria and syria.
  • Recep tayyip erdogan, turkish president, threatens unilateral action against islamic state of iraq (isis) and syria.
  • After news footage revealed that a massachusetts/new hampshire officer beat a man surrendering to police at the end a bi-state car chase, the new hampshire attorney general launched a criminal investigation against the officials.
  • Dilma russoff is impeached: the brazilian senate votes 55-22 to start the impeachment proceedings against president brazil dilma rafaff. she will be suspended from office while she stands trial.
  • 55-22 votes to start the impeachment proceedings against president of brazil dilma russoff. they also suspend her office during the trial.
  • Baltimore, maryland primary election 2016, 2016: maryland state election officials decertify baltimore's april 26th primary election results. this is because the number cast ballots was many times greater than the number who voted at the polling stations.
  • Maryland state election officials have decertified the results of baltimore's primary election of april 26, 2016. this is because the number cast ballots was hundreds higher than the number who voted at the polling stations.
  • The world's oldest living person, a 120-year-old woman has been found in russia's astrakhan oblast. her birth year is still unknown internationally. emma morano, an italian woman aged 116 years old, is listed as the oldest living person. (tass). american susannah mushatt jones, who is 116 years old, has died.
  • The astrakhan oblast in russia is home to a 120-year-old woman. this would make her the oldest living person on the planet. her birth year is still unknown internationally. emma morano, a 116-year-old italian woman, is still listed as the oldest living person.
  • At 116 years old, susannah mushatt jones, an american, becomes the world's oldest person.
  • Konkoly observatory, budapest, hungary revealed that (225088), 2007 or10 was the third-largest dwarf planet in our solar system.

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May 12, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 12, 2016:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $89.80
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $92.72
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $51.20
  • General Electric GE: opens at $29.84
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $149.21

Exchange Rates on May 12, 2016:

  • 1 USD = 0.8785 EUR
  • 1 USD = 108.94 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.6922 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3656 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.2842 CAD

May 12, 2016: What were the main match results that day?

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Aberdeen - Hearts : 0 - 1
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May 12, 2016: 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, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 12, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on May 12th, 2016 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 12, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 12, 2016 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 12, 2016 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, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 45% full, rising at 11:26 am and setting at 01:31 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 22, 2016 while the next full moon would come on May 21, 2016.

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Who was born on May 12, 2016?


Whose famous birthday is on May 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 12th:

  • Emilio Estevez
    Emilio Estevez

    Emilio Estevez is an American actor, director, and screenwriter, known for his roles in the Brat Pack films of the 1980s.

  • Rami Malek
    Rami Malek

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

  • 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, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 7 years 10 months old,

or 94 months and 16 days old,

or 411 weeks

or 2877 days old,

if you were born on May 12, 2016.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 12, 2016?

There are 45 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, 2016?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on May 12, 2016.

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May 12, 2016: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 12, 2016:

  • Johnye Russell

    Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.

  • Delbert Latta

    Delbert Latta was a prominent American politician known for his service in the U.S.

  • Mike Agostini

    Trinidadian sprinter (d. 2016).

  • Giuseppe Maiani
  • Giovanni Migliorati
  • Božidar Matić
  • Susannah Mushatt Jones
  • Georges Sesia
  • Julius La Rosa
  • Bohumil Kubát
  • Alessandro Karađorđević
  • Tapio Mäkelä
  • Denis Hardy
  • Alexandre de Yougoslavie
  • Peter J. Liacouras

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...

  • Monica Zetterlund
    Monica Zetterlund

    Swedish singer and actress (born 1937).

  • Elisabeth Bergner
    Elisabeth Bergner

    German actress (b. 1897).

  • Cornell Borchers
    Cornell Borchers

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

  • Lillian Roth
    Lillian Roth

    Actress (animal crackers and alice sweet alice).

  • Louis Calhern
    Louis Calhern

    American actor and singer (d. 1956).

  • Jozeph Pilsudski

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

  • Nillie Sachs

    German-Swedish politician and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

  • Solita Solano

    Renowned Mexican painter known for her vibrant and expressive works.

  • Mililani

    Renowned Hawaiian musician known for popularizing traditional music.

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May 12, 2016: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 12, 2016:

  • 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, 2016:

  • International Day of Plant Health [FAO]

Saints celebrated on May 12, 2016:

  • 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, 2016: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 12, 2016 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, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 12, 2016 was Panda by Desiigner, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 12, 2016: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 12, 2016 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. - Panda
  2. - One Dance
  3. - 7 Years
  4. - Purple Rain
  5. - I Took A Pill In Ibiza

May 12, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 12, 2016 was Panda by Desiigner, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 12, 2016: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 12, 2016 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. - Panda
  2. - One Dance
  3. - Purple Rain
  4. - Work
  5. - When Doves Cry youtube

May 12, 2016: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 12, 2016 was Duele El Corazon by Enrique Iglesias Featuring Wisin, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 12, 2016: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 12, 2016 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. - Duele El Corazon
  2. - Hasta El Amanecer
  3. - Ginza
  4. - Solo Con Verte
  5. - Tan Facil

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May 12, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 12, 2016 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Triple 9

Triple 9

Release year: 2016

Directed by: John Hillcoat

Starring: Casey Affleck, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Anthony Mackie, Aaron Paul

Country: United States of America

Maggie's Plan

Maggie's Plan

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Rebecca Miller

Starring: Greta Gerwig, Ethan Hawke, Julianne Moore, Maya Rudolph

Country: United States of America

The Vatican Tapes

The Vatican Tapes

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Mark Neveldine

Starring: Olivia Taylor Dudley, Michael Peña, Dougray Scott, Djimon Hounsou

Country: United States of America

Cell

Cell

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Tod Williams

Starring: John Cusack, Samuel L. Jackson, Isabelle Fuhrman, Clark Sarullo

Country: United States of America

In Dubious Battle

In Dubious Battle

Release year: 2016

Directed by: James Franco

Starring: James Franco, Selena Gomez, Robert Duvall, Vincent D'onofrio, Bryan Cranston, Sam Shepard, Danny McBride, Ed Harris, John Savage, Analeigh Tipton, Ashley Greene, Zach Braff

Country: United States of America

May 12, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 12, 2016 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Wolf Creek

Wolf Creek

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Greg McLean

Raising the Bar

Raising the Bar

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Clay Glen

Containment

Containment

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Neil Mcenery-West

Foursome

Foursome

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Claude d'Anna

Lady Dynamite

Lady Dynamite

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

May 12, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 12, 2016 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

Platform: Linux, Microsoft Windows, OS X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: Massively multiplayer online third-person shooter

Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Platform: Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; OS X; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment; Feral Interactive (OS X)

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: Fighting, role-playing

Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

Total War: Warhammer

Total War: Warhammer

Platform: Microsoft Windows OS X Linux

Genre: Turn-based strategy, real-time tactics

Publisher: Sega

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Who was the US President on May 12, 2016?

On May 12, 2016 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 12, 2016?

On May 12, 2016 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 12, 2016?

On May 12, 2016 the Pope was Francis.

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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.

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What happened in 2016?

2016 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A shooting occurs at a Tel Aviv pub, Israel. It leaves two people dead and eight others injured. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • Two people are killed and eight others injured in a shooting at a Tel Aviv pub. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • A 28-foot tall new statue of Jesus, called "Jesus de Greatest", was unveiled at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Abajah village in Nigeria's Imo state. It is the largest known African Jesus statue.

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What was the calendar for May 2016?

May 2016 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 2016 calendar looked like.

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