Tuesday May 17, 2016: on this day

May 17, 2016 was the 138th day of the year 2016, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is May 17, 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 17, 2016, who was born and died on May 17, 2016, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 17, 2016, which were the most popular songs (ex. One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla), movies (e.g. Maggie's Plan, directed by Rebecca Miller), TV series (e.g. Wolf Creek) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 17th, 2016 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 17, 2016?


May 17, 2016 was a Tuesday and it was the 138th day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 17, 2016 can also be written as 5/17/2016 in the US and as 17/5/2016 in UK and Europe.

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May 17, 2016: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 17, 2016:

  • Iraqi civil war (2014-present: 17 may 2016 baghdad bombings: at least 69% are killed and 230 others injured by a series bombings targeting shiite neighborhoods of baghdad, iraq. some of these attacks are claimed by the islamic state of iraq or syria.
  • 17 may 2016, baghdad bombings: a series of bomb attacks on shiite neighborhoods in baghdad (iraq) has resulted in at least 69 deaths and 230 injuries. some of these attacks are claimed to be by the islamic state of iraq or syria.
  • A series of bombings targeting shiite neighborhoods in baghdad in iraq has resulted in at least 69 deaths and 230 injuries. some of these attacks are claimed to be by the islamic state of iraq or syria.
  • Flooding is a possibility in sri lankan and southern india due to heavy rainfall.
  • 2016 fort mcmurray wildfire - a blaze of wildfires in fort mcmurray caused the evacuation of 8 000 workers.
  • North korea and weapons of mass destruction: in the face of growing concerns about north korea's ballistic-missile capability, south korea (japan) and the u.s. (u.s.) will hold their first joint anti-missile exercise next year, according to south korea’s ministry of national defense. a ministry official said that the three countries would practice "detecting and tracking a hypothetical north korean missile."
  • According to the south korean ministry of national defense, there will be their first joint anti-missile exercise, with japan, south korea and the u.s., amid growing concerns about north korea's missile capabilities. a ministry official said that the three countries would practice "detecting and tracking a hypothetical north korean missile."
  • Relations between nepal and the united kingdom: martin travers, a british national, is being held in nepal after he allegedly participated in protests against nepal's government.
  • Oregon voters have their mail-in ballots counted in order to vote for the democratic party or republican party primaries. donald trump is expected to be the republican winner, while bernie sanders will win the democratic party race. (abc news america), nbc news
  • Kentucky voters go to the polls in a democratic party primary. bernie sanders and hillary clinton won equal numbers of delegates, while clinton won the popular vote narrowly. (afp via yahoo! 7) (courier-journal),
  • The u.s. senate approves legislation to allow victims of sept. 11 attacks to sue saudi arabia for damages. this is despite saudi threats of pulling billions from the u.s. economy.

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May 17, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 17, 2016:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $89.27
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $94.55
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $51.72
  • General Electric GE: opens at $29.89
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $149.21

Exchange Rates on May 17, 2016:

  • 1 USD = 0.8837 EUR
  • 1 USD = 109.116 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.6917 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3657 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.2908 CAD

May 17, 2016: What were the main match results that day?

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Man United - Bournemouth : 3 - 1
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May 17, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 17th 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 17, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 17, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on May 17th, 2016 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 17, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 17, 2016 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 17, 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 17, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 88% full, rising at 04:15 pm and setting at 04:05 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 17, 2016?


Whose famous birthday is on May 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 17th:

  • Dennis Hopper
    Dennis Hopper

    American actor and director, who at 19 was the first to land a part in "rebel without a cause".

  • Adel Imam
    Adel Imam

    Adel imam is an egyptian actor known for his comedic roles in film and television.

  • Sugar Ray Leonard
    Sugar Ray Leonard

    Sugar ray leonard is a retired professional boxer and former undisputed welterweight champion.

  • Ross Butler
    Ross Butler

    Ross butler is a tv actor known for his roles in popular series such as 13 reasons why and riverdale.

  • Bob Saget
    Bob Saget

    Bob saget is an american actor and comedian best known for his role as danny tanner on the sitcom full house and as the original host of...

  • Derek Hough
    Derek Hough

    Derek hough is an american dancer and choreographer, best known for his work on the reality dance competition show 'dancing with the stars'.

  • Craig Ferguson
    Craig Ferguson

    Scots-american comedian, late-night tv host, writer, and director.

  • Nikki Reed
    Nikki Reed

    Nikki reed is an american actress known for her role as rosalie hale in the twilight saga.

  • Sasha Alexander
    Sasha Alexander

    Sasha alexander is an american television actress known for her roles in ncis and rizzoli & isles.

  • Andrea Corr
    Andrea Corr

    Irish actress and singer (the corrs), pianist and pianist.

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May 17, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 7 years 10 months old,

or 94 months and 12 days old,

or 410 weeks and 3 days old,

or 2873 days old,

if you were born on May 17, 2016.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 17, 2016?

There are 49 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 17, 2016?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on May 17, 2016.

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May 17, 2016: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 17, 2016:

  • Lino Toffolo
  • Yūko Mizutani
  • Guy Clark
  • Bob Mulvihill
  • Xavier de Planhol
  • Müzahir Sille
  • Gil Ventura
  • Chico Nelson
  • Seán Ardagh
  • Deddy Dores
  • Paulo Emílio
  • Alexandru Lăpușan
  • Marlene Marder

What famous deaths happened on May 17th?

Famous deaths on May 17th:

  • Frank Gorshin
    Frank Gorshin

    American actor.

  • Edward Hardwicke
    Edward Hardwicke

    English actor (born 1932).

  • Bruce Fairbairn
    Bruce Fairbairn

    Canadian record producer and musician (born 1949).

  • Robert Webber
    Robert Webber

    Actor (nuts assassin, 10, 10), dies at 74.

  • Hugh Burden
    Hugh Burden

    Actor (night of the laughing dead), passes away at 72.

  • Kyston Williams

    Famous for his groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.

  • Lyndle Smith

    Pioneering scientist in the field of genetics, known for groundbreaking research.

  • Zahki Khan

    Successful business magnate known for revolutionizing the tech industry.

  • Geovannie Ramirez

    Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Wendle Ford

    Pioneering scientist in the field of biotechnology, known for groundbreaking research.

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May 17, 2016: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 17, 2016:

  • Norwegian Constitution Day or Syttende Mai.
  • Dfa das Letras Galegas ("Galician Literature Day") ? holiday in Galicia, honouring the Galician language.
  • International Day Against Homophobia aka IDAHO
  • Bahá'f Faith ? Feast of 'Azaamat (Grandeur) ? First day of the fourth month of the Bahá'f Calendar.

Observances on May 17, 2016:

  • UN Global Road Safety Week, 17-23 May (biennial) [WHO]
  • World Telecommunication and Information Society Day

Saints celebrated on May 17, 2016:

  • Saint Solochon
  • Saint Paschal Baylon or Pascal Baylon
  • Saint Montanus
  • Saint Dietmar
  • Saint Pamphamer
  • Saint Pamphalon
  • Saint Adrian of Alexandria
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May 17, 2016: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 17, 2016 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 16th and May 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 17, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 17, 2016 was One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

May 17, 2016: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 17, 2016 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - One Dance
  2. - Panda
  3. - 7 Years
  4. - I Took A Pill In Ibiza
  5. - Work From Home

May 17, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 17, 2016 was One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

May 17, 2016: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 17, 2016 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - One Dance
  2. - Panda
  3. - Work
  4. - Sorry
  5. - Needed Me

May 17, 2016: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 17, 2016 was Hasta El Amanecer by Nicky Jam, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

May 17, 2016: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 17, 2016 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Hasta El Amanecer
  2. - Duele El Corazon
  3. - Ginza
  4. - Solo Con Verte
  5. - Obsesionado

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May 17, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 17, 2016 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

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

Monster Trucks

Monster Trucks

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Chris Wedge

Starring: Lucas Till, Jane Levy, Barry Pepper, Rob Lowe, Danny Glover, Amy Ryan

Country: United States of America

A United Kingdom

A United Kingdom

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Amma Asante

Starring: David Oyelowo, Rosamund Pike, Jack Davenport, Tom Felton

Country: United States of America

May 17, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 17, 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

Zak Storm

Zak Storm

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

May 17, 2016: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 17, 2016 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Extreme Prey by John Sandford

Extreme Prey

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John Sandford, #1 New York Times bestseller and Pulitzer Prize winner, has written an extraordinary Lucas Davenport thriller. Following the events of Gathering Prey Lucas Davenport is now in an unusual position--he is no longer employed by the Minnesota BCA.

The Last Mile by David Baldacci

The Last Mile

By:

David Baldacci's #1 New York Times Bestseller Memory Man introduced Amos Decker, the remarkable detective who can forget everything. Decker is back in a new thrilling thriller.

Oh, the Places You'll Go! by Dr. Seuss

Oh, the Places You'll Go!

By:

Dr. Seuss's brilliantly wise Oh, The Places You'll go! This is the perfect way to send off grads from high school, college and nursery school. Dr.

15th Affair by James Patterson, Maxine Paetro

15th Affair

By:

Detective Lindsay Boxer pursues a mysterious, potentially very dangerous suspect-her spouse. Lindsay Boxer is blessed with a beautiful daughter and a husband that she loves unconditionally. Lindsay was never happier until a brutal murder at a hotel and the disappearance …

Me Before You by Jojo Moyes

Me Before You

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Jojo's new novel, Still Me, featuring Louisa Clark, Me Before You and After You is coming soon! They shared nothing until they fell in love.

May 17, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 17, 2016 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Lego Worlds

Lego Worlds

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Sandbox

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

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)

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 17, 2016?

On May 17, 2016 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 17, 2016?

On May 17, 2016 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 17, 2016?

On May 17, 2016 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about May 17th?

May 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:

  • 2019 - Canada-united states relations, mexico-united states relations: the united states lifted tariffs on steel from canada and mexico.
  • 2018 - International military intervention against isil. denmark announces partial withdrawal of its special forces in iraq after the fall of isil.
  • 2017 - Bundu dia kongo supporters free their leader and 50 others with an attack on makala prison in kinshasa (democratic republic of the congo).

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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.

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