Wednesday March 23, 2005: on this day

March 23, 2005 was the 82nd day of the year 2005, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is March 23, 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 March 23, 2005, who was born and died on March 23, 2005, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 23, 2005, which were the most popular songs (ex. Candy Shop by 50 Cent), movies (e.g. The Illusionist, directed by Neil Burger), TV series (e.g. The Contender) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 23rd, 2005 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 23, 2005?


March 23, 2005 was a Wednesday and it was the 82nd day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 23, 2005 can also be written as 3/23/2005 in the US and as 23/3/2005 in UK and Europe.

March 23, 2005 in March 2005 calendar

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March 23, 2005: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 23, 2005:

  • A blast occurs at one of bp’s largest oil refineries, texas city. it kills 15 people and injures more than 170.
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  • Rainier iii, prince de monaco, is reportedly in renal and heart failure. he is currently on a ventilator.
  • Conflict in iraq: officials from the iraqi army claim that they, along with u.s. troops, have killed at most 80 insurgents during a raid on tikrit's camp.
  • Two people were killed in an explosion at a north beirut shopping center in a christian neighborhood of north beirut, lebanon. they are thought to have been foreign workers.
  • Michel abu arraj in lebanon is a judge who is investigating the murder rafik hariri and asks for his resignation before the public announcement of the united nations' investigation results.
  • Israel declares it will prohibit palestinians from gaza strip and west bank from entering israel for the purim holiday.
  • Brazil's brazilian army has been granted permission to establish a second emergency field hospital in rio de janeiro. this is to address the shortage of medical services. the mayor cesar maia opposed the move and blamed the lack of funding for the current situation.
  • A protest in bishkek, kyrgyzstan is stopped by riot police. (reuters alertnet). (bbc) president askar akayev fires his interior minister, and prosecutor general due to "poor work" in handling the protests against his government. interfax (reuters) (ria novosti] (bbc) us appeals for calm and negotiation.
  • The college of bishops of the scottish episcopal church reiterates its position that being in a same-sex partner is not an obstacle to the exercise of an ordained ministerial.
  • The central african republic's spokesman for andre kolingba claims that the shootout yesterday outside his home was an attempt at assassination. kolingba demanded the annulment of presidential election results.
  • 16 cambodian prisoners are killed in a prison break in kampong cham, while 30 others escape.
  • Muammar al-gaddafi, libyan president, states that he will not pardon five bulgarian nurses who are facing death sentences for infecting children with hiv.

March 23, 2005: What were the magazines covers that day?

LIFE Magazine

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March 23, 2005: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on March 23, 2005:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $60.90
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $42.45
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $23.99
  • General Electric GE: opens at $35.50
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $89.97

Exchange Rates on March 23, 2005:

  • 1 USD = 105.94 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.2155 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.1959 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 137.48 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6945 GBP

March 23, 2005: What were the main match results that day?

Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Alloa - Morton : 2 - 2
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March 23, 2005: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 23rd is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 23, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 23, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on March 23rd, 2005 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 23, 2005: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 23, 2005 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 23, 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 March 23, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 04:03 pm and setting at 05:32 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 24, 2005 while the next full moon would come on Mar 25, 2005.

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Who was born on March 23, 2005?


Famous people born on March 23, 2005:

  • Malaijah Gibson

    Young actress known for her roles in various TV shows and movies.

Whose famous birthday is on March 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 23rd:

  • Joan Crawford
    Joan Crawford

    Joan crawford was an american actress known for her roles in classic hollywood films such as 'mildred pierce' and 'whatever happened to baby...

  • Kangana Ranaut
    Kangana Ranaut

    Kangana ranaut is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and for being a vocal advocate for women's rights and empowerment.

  • Kyrie Irving
    Kyrie Irving

    Kyrie irving is a professional basketball player known for his exceptional ball-handling skills and clutch performances in big games.

  • Pierre Palmade
    Pierre Palmade

    French comedian, actor and humorist.

  • Chaka Khan
    Chaka Khan

    American black singer and songwriter who is well-known in the world of black music.

  • Michelle Monaghan
    Michelle Monaghan

    Michelle monaghan is an american actress known for her roles in popular films such as mission: impossible iii, gone baby gone, and source...

  • Keri Russell
    Keri Russell

    Keri russell is an american actress known for her role as felicity porter in the tv series felicity and for her performance in the spy...

  • Wernher von Braun
    Wernher von Braun

    Rocket scientist (v1/v2) dies after 65 years of smoking.

  • Richard Grieco
    Richard Grieco

    American model actor and producer.

  • Corinne Cléry
    Corinne Cléry

    Corinne piccolo, french actress and model.

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March 23, 2005: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 18 years 11 months old,

or 227 months and 25 days old,

or 990 weeks and 6 days old,

or 6936 days old,

if you were born on March 23, 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 March 23, 2005?

There are 4 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday March 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 23, 2005?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on March 23, 2005.

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March 23, 2005: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 23, 2005:

  • Elia Frosio
  • Romeo Giovannini
  • János Hrotkó
  • Antonio Millán-Puelles (84)

What famous deaths happened on March 23rd?

Famous deaths on March 23rd:

  • Elizabeth Taylor
    Elizabeth Taylor

    British-american actress, born in london to american parents who now reside in britain.

  • Giulietta Masina
    Giulietta Masina

    Italian actress, who performed with such passion and depth that she could imbue everyday life with a touch of the absurd.

  • George Segal
    George Segal

    American stage and film actor who was nominated for an oscar in 1966 for his role as "who's afraid of virginia woolf".

  • Lola Albright
    Lola Albright

    American actress.

  • Peter Lorre
    Peter Lorre

    Hungarian actor on stage, tv and film, as well screenwriter and director.

  • Ken Howard
    Ken Howard

    American actor, writer and musician.

  • Delores Taylor
    Delores Taylor

    Delores Taylor was an actress known for her role in the Billy Jack film series.

  • Denise DuBarry
    Denise DuBarry

    Denise DuBarry was an American actress known for her roles in 'Being There' and 'Black Sheep Squadron.

  • Mona Maris
    Mona Maris

    Actress (camila berlin correspondent), is killed at 88.

  • Patricia Roberts Harris

    First African American woman to serve in the U.S.

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March 23, 2005: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 23, 2005:

  • Roman Empire - Tubilustrium was held in honor of Mars.
  • Ancient Latvia - Lieldienas held in honor of Mara and other pagan goddesses.
  • Pakistan - National Day (Republic Day).
  • Roman Empire - The fifth and final day of Quinquatria, held in honor of Minerva.

Observances on March 23, 2005:

  • World Meteorological Day

Saints celebrated on March 23, 2005:

  • Saint Rebecca (d.1914)
  • Saint Turibius of Mongrovejo (died 1606)
  • Saint Ethelwald
  • Saint Victorian
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March 23, 2005: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 23, 2005 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 21st and March 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 23, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 23, 2005 was Candy Shop by 50 Cent, according to the music chart for the week March 21st and March 27th.

March 23, 2005: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 23, 2005 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 21st and March 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Candy Shop
  2. - Boulevard Of Broken Dreams
  3. - Disco Inferno
  4. - Obsession (No Es Amor)
  5. - Since U Been Gone

March 23, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 23, 2005 was Over And Over by Nelly featuring Tim McGraw, according to the music chart for the week March 21st and March 27th.

March 23, 2005: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 23, 2005 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 21st and March 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Over And Over
  2. - All About You / You've Got A Friend
  3. - Get Right
  4. - (Is This The Way To) Amarillo
  5. - Dakota

March 23, 2005: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 23, 2005 was Candy Shop by 50 Cent Featuring Olivia, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 21st and March 27th.

March 23, 2005: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 23, 2005 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 21st and March 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Candy Shop
  2. - Truth Is
  3. - Let Me Love You youtube
  4. - Lovers And Friends
  5. - Ordinary People

March 23, 2005: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on March 23, 2005 was Hoy Como Ayer by Conjunto Primavera, according to the Latin music chart for the week March 21st and March 27th.

March 23, 2005: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on March 23, 2005 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week March 21st and March 27th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Hoy Como Ayer
  2. - Aire
  3. - La Sorpresa
  4. - Algo Esta Cambiando
  5. - Volverte A Ver

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March 23, 2005: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 23, 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

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

Slither

Slither

Release year: 2005

Directed by: James Gunn

Starring: Nathan Fillion, Elizabeth Banks, Michael Rooker, Don Thompson

Country: United States of America

Click

Click

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Frank Coraci

Starring: Adam Sandler, Kate Beckinsale, Christopher Walken, David Hasselhoff

Country: United States of America

March 23, 2005: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 23, 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:

The Contender

The Contender

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Josh Baldwin

Vier Frauen und ein Todesfall

Vier Frauen und ein Todesfall

Release year: 2005

Tilt

Tilt

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Kasra Farahani

Committed

Committed

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Stelana Kliris

Grey's Anatomy

Grey's Anatomy

Release year: 2005

Country: United States of America

March 23, 2005: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 23, 2005 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Blood Brother by Anne Bird

Blood Brother

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What happens if you are given up for adoption as a child and reestablish contact with your biological relatives only to find out that your brother is a murderer?

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.

Shadow Of The Giant by Orson Scott Card

Shadow Of The Giant

By:

Bean's life was hard enough to survive. Bean was a small child who had a mind that is far beyond the rest. He first appeared in Rotterdam's streets.

Impossible by Danielle Steel

Impossible

By:

It's a recipe for disaster when a powerful gallery owner meets a wild and eccentric artist. Danielle Steel's 63rd bestseller proves that two are better than one.

Cold Service by Robert B. Parker

Cold Service

By:

Hawk, his closest ally and beaten while protecting a bookie's interests, leaves Spenser on an epic journey to save his body, soul, and best friend.

March 23, 2005: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 23, 2005 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Cocoto Kart Racer

Cocoto Kart Racer

Platform: PlayStation 2, GameCube, Nintendo DS, Game Boy Advance, Microsoft Windows, Wii, IPhone, IPod Touch

Genre: Racing

Publisher: EU BigBen Interactive; NA Conspiracy Games; JP Kemco

Caterpillar Construction Tycoon

Caterpillar Construction Tycoon

Platform: Windows

Genre: Business simulation game

Publisher: EU Zoo Digital Publishing

Brian Lara International Cricket 2005

Brian Lara International Cricket 2005

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Xbox, PlayStation 2

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Codemasters

Cal Ripken's Real Baseball

Cal Ripken's Real Baseball

Platform: Windows

Genre: Baseball MMOSG

Publisher: Netamin

Atomic Betty

Atomic Betty

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Puzzle, Shooter

Publisher: Atari (EU) Namco (NA)

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Who was the US President on March 23, 2005?

On March 23, 2005 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 23, 2005?

On March 23, 2005 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on March 23, 2005?

On March 23, 2005 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about March 23rd?

March 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of March. 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 March 23rd, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: battle of baghuz fawqani - the syrian democratic forces announces the capture of isil's last territory in syria.
  • 2018 - Aftermath from the 2017 parsons green bombing: ahmed hassan mohammed ali, a terrorist convict, is being held for life in london on one count each of attempted murder and causing an explosive with intent to endanger lives. before he can be paroled, he will need to serve 34 years.
  • 2017 -

Find out more about March 23rd

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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 March 2005?

March 2005 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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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