Tuesday May 24, 2005: on this day

May 24, 2005 was a Tuesday and it was the 144th day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 24, 2005 can also be written as 5/24/2005 in the US and as 24/5/2005 in UK and Europe.

May 24, 2005 in May 2005 calendar

Here's what happened on May 24, 2005:

• Conflict in iraq: a spate of bombings has left at least five iraqis dead and seven us soldiers wounded.
• In oslo, peter lax, a mathematician, receives the abel prize from norway's crown prince haakon, which is worth almost one million dollars. he was recognized for his contributions to "the theory and application partial differential equations".
• Israeli soldiers capture a palestinian 15-year-old carrying two pipe bombs at west bank checkpoint.
• Al-qaeda in iraq claims that abu musab al-zarqawi was wounded.
• John howard, australia's prime minister, wrote junichiro koizumi urging japan to reconsider its position regarding whaling. when it meets next month, the international whaling commission will likely consider japan's expansion plan.
• 24 of 46 conscripts who died in a snowstorm in the andes were buried by the chilean army. the presidential candidates called for the end of compulsory military service. 13 bodies still unfound.
• Six pitcairn men were sentenced to death for the sexual abuse of young girls. a court in auckland will decide whether to grant bail. they plan to appeal to privy council.
• Todd russell, a canadian liberal candidate, wins a critical by-election for labrador. this result strengthens the fragile liberal balance of power within the federal government.
• The jury in richard m. scrushy's criminal trial, former ceo of healthsouth corporation and founder, sends notes to the judge to indicate that they have difficulty reaching unanimity. this case is one of many corporate scandals in america that have occurred in recent years. prosecutors claim that healthsouth's profits were overstated by mr. scrushy, and other conspirators between 1996 and 2002.
• Vivian liberto cash distin is the first wife of johnny cash. she died after complications following a surgery to remove lung carcinoma.

May 24, 2005: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 24, 2005:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $54.85
• Apple AAPL: opens at $39.45
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $25.80
• General Electric GE: opens at $37.02
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $76.14

Exchange Rates on May 24, 2005:

• 1 USD = 107.63 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.2595 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.2294 CHF
• 1 EUR = 135.34 JPY
• 1 EUR = 0.688 GBP

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 24th is Gemini.

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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 24, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 24, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 24, 2005 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 24, 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 24, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 09:49 pm and setting at 06:35 am.

The previous full moon was on May 23, 2005 while the next full moon would come on Jun 22, 2005.

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Your place in the Universe on May 24, 2005

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Famous people born on May 24, 2005:

• India Rafter

  An australian celebrity family member.

Whose famous birthday is on May 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 24th:

• Alfred Molina

  English actor known for his roles in films such as Spider-Man 2, Frida, and The Da Vinci Code.

• Douglas Fairbanks

  Douglas fairbanks was a prominent american actor known for his swashbuckling roles in silent films, such as 'the mark of zorro' and 'the...

• Eric Cantona

  He was a french soccer player and one of the most gifted athletes of his generation.

• Priscilla Presley

  German-american actress, journalist, author, and business executive.

• Kristin Scott Thomas

  Kristin scott thomas is an english actress known for her roles in the english patient and four weddings and a funeral.

• Jim Broadbent

  Jim broadbent is an english actor known for his versatile performances in both film and television, including roles in 'iris', 'moulin...

• Sybil Danning

  American playboy cover girl, and actress in impact roles.

• Cecilia Cheung

  Actress and singer from hong kong.

• Lilli Palmer

  German actress with many awards and two nominations for the golden globes.

• Tommy Chong

  Comedian and actor known for his role in the 'Cheech & Chong' comedy duo.

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or 6913 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 24, 2005?

There are 27 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 24th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 24, 2005?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 24, 2005.

Famous people died on May 24, 2005:

• Arthur Haulot

  Belgian poet and journalist (d. 2005).

• Carl Amery

  German activist and author (d. 2005).

• Vivian Liberto

  Johnny cash's first wife (born 1934).

• Vincenzo Paladino
• Guy Tardif

What famous deaths happened on May 24th?

Famous deaths on May 24th:

• Rachel Kempson

  English-american actress (d.2003).

• Edward Mulhare

  Cork city, ireland -- actor.

• Asta Nielsen

  Danish silent film actress known for her pioneering work in early cinema.

• Guy Kibbee

  Actor (captain blood and babes in arms), died at 74.

• George Jessel

  At 83 years old, a heart attack kills the american comedian/toastermaster general (diary of young comic).

• John Foster Dulles

  American, 52nd secretary of state united states (born 1888).

• Mitzi Green

  Actress (huckleberry finn - tom sawyer), is killed at 48.

• Nicholaos Copernicus

  Revolutionized the understanding of the universe with his heliocentric model.

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Holidays on May 24, 2005:

• Aldersgate Day (Methodism).
• Canada: Victoria Day, on this date or the Monday before it. In Quebec, it is known as National Patriotes Day (JournTe nationale des patriotes). The holiday is often referred to as "May Two-Four," -- a "two-four" being slang for a case of beer with 24 bottles or cans.
• Bermuda: Bermuda Day.
• Eritrea: National Day.
• Macedonia: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Macedonian Script and Culture Day.
• Mary, Help of the Christians
• Bulgaria: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Bulgarian Education and Culture, and Slavonic Script Day.

Saints celebrated on May 24, 2005:

• Saints Donatianus and Rogatianus
• Saint Amadl
• Saint Suzanna
• Saint Sarah is celebrated in Camargue, France by the Roma or Gypsies.

May 24, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 24, 2005 was Hollaback Girl by Gwen Stefani, according to the music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.

May 24, 2005: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 24, 2005 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. Gwen Stefani - Hollaback Girl
2. Mariah Carey - We Belong Together
3. Ciara - Oh
4. 50 Cent - Just A Lil Bit
5. The Game - Hate It Or Love It

May 24, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 24, 2005 was Lonely by Akon, according to the music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.

May 24, 2005: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 24, 2005 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. Akon - Lonely
2. Tony Christie featuring Peter Kay - (Is This The Way To) Amarillo
3. Snoop Dogg featuring Charlie Wilson & Justin Timberlake - Signs
4. Gorillaz - Feel Good Inc
5. Bodyrockers - I Like The Way

May 24, 2005: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 24, 2005 was Slow Down by Bobby Valentino, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.

May 24, 2005: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 24, 2005 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

1. Bobby Valentino - Slow Down
2. Mariah Carey - We Belong Together
3. Ciara Featuring Ludacris - Oh
4. 50 Cent - Just A Lil Bit
5. Ying Yang Twins - Wait (The Whisper Song)

May 24, 2005: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 24, 2005 was La Camisa Negra by Juanes, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.

May 24, 2005: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 24, 2005 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

1. Juanes - La Camisa Negra
2. Shakira Featuring Alejandro Sanz - La Tortura
3. Frankie J Featuring Baby Bash - Obsesion (No Es Amor)
4. Conjunto Primavera - Hoy Como Ayer
5. Intocable - Aire