Tuesday May 26, 2009: on this day

May 26, 2009 was the 146th day of the year 2009, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is May 26, 2009 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 26, 2009, who was born and died on May 26, 2009, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 26, 2009, which were the most popular songs (ex. Boom Boom Pow by The Black Eyed Peas), movies (e.g. Ten Inch Hero, directed by David Mackay), TV series (e.g. Ross Kemp In Search Of Pirates) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 26th, 2009 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 26, 2009?


May 26, 2009 was a Tuesday and it was the 146th day of the year 2009 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 26, 2009 can also be written as 5/26/2009 in the US and as 26/5/2009 in UK and Europe.

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May 26, 2009: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 26, 2009:

  • Barack obama, the us president, announces that sonia sotomayor will be appointed to the supreme court.
  • The 2009 guam quarter-dollar coin is now in circulation by the us mint
  • Hu jintao, general secretary of the communist party of the people's republic of china, and wu poh-hsiung, chairman of the nationalist party of taiwan meet in beijing for cross-strait relations.
  • California's supreme court upholds proposition 8. this ban prohibits same-sex marriage.
  • President isaias afewerki states that eritrea won't release journalist dawit isaak, who is currently in prison.
  • Former prime minister nawaz sharif will be able to run for election in pakistan through the supreme court.
  • North korea tests two additional missiles.
  • Trial of aung san suu kyi
  • In burma, the general secretary of the national league for democracy testifies.
  • U.s. president obama demands her unconditional and immediate release from prison.
  • South africa's economy fell 6.4% in the first quarter 2009, and it now enters recession.
  • In january, 119 people were killed in an air raid against a convoy involved in people-smuggling in sudan.
  • Six people are killed in a suicide attack in kapisa province of afghanistan.
  • Seven somali pirates were arrested by the swedish navy during an attempted hijacking of a greek vessel.
  • The national assembly is dismantled by the nigerien president tandja mamadou
  • President barack obama nominated federal judge sonia sotomayor to the united states supreme court.
  • Trial of aung san suu kyi: the national league for democracy's general secretary testifies in burma. (reuters) president obama of the united states calls for her unconditional and immediate release from incarceration.
  • Nicolas sarkozy, french president, will open abu dhabi's military base in the united arab emirates.

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May 26, 2009: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 26, 2009:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $68.39
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $124.76
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $19.54
  • General Electric GE: opens at $13.02
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $101.32

Exchange Rates on May 26, 2009:

  • 1 USD = 94.93 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.116 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0839 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8325 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 132.83 JPY
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May 26, 2009: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini 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 26, 2009: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 2009 is Ox and the associated element is Earth.

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May 26, 2009: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 26, 2009 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 2009 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 26, 2009 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 07:12 am and setting at 11:03 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 09, 2009 while the next full moon would come on Jun 07, 2009.

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Who was born on May 26, 2009?


Whose famous birthday is on May 26th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 26th:

  • Lauryn Hill
    Lauryn Hill

    Lauryn hill is a grammy-winning r&b singer known for her powerful vocals and socially conscious lyrics.

  • Helena Bonham Carter
    Helena Bonham Carter

    Helena bonham carter is an english actress known for her versatile and eccentric roles in films such as 'fight club', 'the king's speech',...

  • Pam Grier
    Pam Grier

    Pam grier is an american actress known for her roles in iconic 1970s blaxploitation films such as 'coffy' and 'foxy brown'.

  • Corinne Le Poulain
    Corinne Le Poulain

    French actress on stage, film, and tv, niece of jean le poulain.

  • James Arness
    James Arness

    American actor best known for his tv series, "gunsmoke," 1955-1975.

  • Peter Cushing
    Peter Cushing

    England, united kingdom -- actor.

  • Peggy Lee
    Peggy Lee

    American singer, songwriter and arranger.

  • Elisabeth Harnois
    Elisabeth Harnois

    American actress.

  • Margaret Colin
    Margaret Colin

    Actress (independence day: three men & a baby).

  • Nicki Aycox
    Nicki Aycox

    Nicki Aycox is an actress who has appeared in various TV shows and movies.

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May 26, 2009: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 14 years 10 months old,

or 178 months and 2 days old,

or 774 weeks and 2 days old,

or 5420 days old,

if you were born on May 26, 2009.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 26, 2009?

There are 59 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 26th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 26, 2009?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 26, 2009.

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May 26, 2009: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 26, 2009:

  • Reni Sukarno

    Former First Lady of Indonesia and a prominent political figure.

  • Peter Zezel

    Canadian soccer and ice hockey player (d. 2009).

  • Stanley Chapman

    British writer, designer, translator, and architect (born 1925).

  • Mihalis Papagiannakis

    Greek journalist and politician (b. 1941).

  • Antonio Braga
  • Kaoru Kurimoto
  • Alfons Milà

What famous deaths happened on May 26th?

Famous deaths on May 26th:

  • Ray Liotta
    Ray Liotta

    American actor seen in "lethal weapon", and "goodfellas.

  • Art Linkletter
    Art Linkletter

    Canadian entertainer.

  • Jean Constantin
    Jean Constantin

    French singer-songwriter and composer of over 300 songs.

  • George Brent
    George Brent

    Actor (baby face.

  • Sharon Lynn
    Sharon Lynn

    Actress (way out west big broadcast), dies aged 53.

  • Cybele

    Ancient Phrygian and Greek goddess associated with nature, fertility, and the Great Mother.

  • Phinneas Newborn

    Renowned basketball player known for his exceptional skills on the court.

  • Zeki Velidi Togan

    Renowned historian known for his works on Turkic history.

  • Fount Haines

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.

  • Adamae Davis

    Renowned jazz singer and performer.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 26th

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May 26, 2009: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 26, 2009:

  • Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
  • Georgia - National Day
  • Poland - Mother's Day
  • Australia - National Sorry Day

Saints celebrated on May 26, 2009:

  • Saint Germain of Paris
  • Saint William of Aquitaine
  • Saint Simitrius
  • Saint Philip Neri (died 1595)
  • Saint Lambert (d.1154)
  • Saint Berenger (died 1093)
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May 26, 2009: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 26, 2009 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 25th and May 31st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 26, 2009: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 2009 was Boom Boom Pow by The Black Eyed Peas, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

May 26, 2009: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 26, 2009 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 25th and May 31st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Boom Boom Pow youtube
  2. - Poker Face
  3. - Blame It
  4. - I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)
  5. - Day 'N' Nite

May 26, 2009: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 26, 2009 was Birthday Sex by Jeremih, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

May 26, 2009: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 26, 2009 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 25th and May 31st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Birthday Sex
  2. - Blame It
  3. - Knock You Down
  4. - Boyfriend #2
  5. - Turn My Swag On

May 26, 2009: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 26, 2009 was Te Amo by Makano, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

May 26, 2009: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 26, 2009 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 25th and May 31st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Te Amo
  2. - El Amor
  3. - Te Presumo
  4. - Aqui Estoy Yo
  5. - Ya Es Muy Tarde

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May 26, 2009: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 26, 2009 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Ten Inch Hero

Ten Inch Hero

Release year: 2009

Directed by: David Mackay

Starring: Elisabeth Harnois, Clea DuVall, Sean Patrick Flanery, Jensen Ackles

Country: United States of America

P.S. I Love You

P.S. I Love You

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Richard LaGravenese

Starring: Hilary Swank, Gerard Butler, Harry Connick Jr., Lisa Kudrow

Country: United States of America

The Wackness

The Wackness

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Jonathan Levine

Starring: Josh Peck, Ben Kingsley, Olivia Thirlby, Famke Janssen

Country: United States of America

Eden Lake

Eden Lake

Release year: 2009

Directed by: James Watkins

Starring: Kelly Reilly, Michael Fassbender, Tara Ellis, Jack O'Connell

Country: United States of America

Last Chance Harvey

Last Chance Harvey

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Joel Hopkins

Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Emma Thompson, Kathy Baker, Eileen Atkins

Country: United States of America

May 26, 2009: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 26, 2009 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Ross Kemp in Search of Pirates

Ross Kemp in Search of Pirates

Release year: 2009

Sortilegio

Sortilegio

Release year: 2009

Land of the Lost

Land of the Lost

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Brad Silberling

The Incredible Human Journey

The Incredible Human Journey

Release year: 2009

Little Krishna

Little Krishna

Release year: 2009

May 26, 2009: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 26, 2009 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Road Dogs by Elmore Leonard

Road Dogs

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"Road Dogs are fantastic, and Elmore Leonard is in an Dennis Lehane class of one Dennis Lehane author of Shutter island and Mystic river "You can tell from the first sentence that your in the hands

The End Of Overeating by David A. Kessler

The End Of Overeating

By:

The controversial and dynamic former FDA Commissioner Dr. David A. Kessler is now taking on another business that makes Americans sick, the food industry.

A-Rod by Selena Roberts

A-Rod

By:

Alex Rodriguez is the most highly-paid baseball player, and a rare talent that has the potential to break many of the sport’s most cherished records.

Twilight by Stephenie Meyer

Twilight

By:

Isabella Swan moved to Forks in Washington. It was a small and rainy place. Isabella's life changes dramatically when she meets Edward Cullen.

Just Take My Heart by Mary Higgins Clark

Just Take My Heart

By:

IN THE WORLD'S BEST-SELLING SUSPENSE WRITER, MARY HIGGINS CLARK’S SPELLBINDING NEXT THRILLER. A BROADWAY START'S MURDER IGNITES A SHOCKING SERIE OF DEADLY EVENTS.

May 26, 2009: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 26, 2009 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Black Mirror II: Reigning Evil

Black Mirror II: Reigning Evil

Platform: Windows

Genre: Adventure, horror

Publisher: Viva Media

Cogs

Cogs

Platform: Windows, Mac OS X, iOS, Linux, Android, PlayStation Home via PlayStation 3

Genre: Puzzle

Bloody Fun Day

Bloody Fun Day

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Kongregate

Blood of Bahamut

Blood of Bahamut

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Action role-playing

Publisher: Square Enix

Brave: A Warrior's Tale

Brave: A Warrior's Tale

Platform: PSP, Xbox 360, Wii

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Evolved Games SouthPeak Interactive

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Who was the US President on May 26, 2009?

On May 26, 2009 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 2009?

On May 26, 2009 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 26, 2009?

On May 26, 2009 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about May 26th?

May 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:

  • 2019 - May 2019 kathmandu bombings - four people were killed and seven more were injured in three explosions that occurred in kathmandu, nepal. police suspect a maoist splinter organization may be responsible.
  • 2018 - 2018 lower puna eruption: many more properties destroyed by kilauea's continuing eruption.
  • 2017 - 2017 minya attack, gunmen open fire upon buses carrying coptic christians, minya governorate in egypt. at least 28 people were killed and dozens more were injured. according to state media, the egyptian air force attacked militant camps in eastern libya as a retaliation for the minya attack.

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What happened in 2009?

2009 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • For the first time since 2003, when Saddam Hussein was overthrown by the U.S.-led invasion, the U.S. military in Iraq is under Iraqi control.
  • Claiborne Pell (1961-1997 Rhode Island Democratic Senator) dies of Parkinson's disease at 90.
  • Jett Travolta (16-year-old) is the son of actor John Travolta and dies suddenly from a seizure during a family vacation in the Bahamas.

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What was the calendar for May 2009?

May 2009 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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