Monday May 29, 2006: on this day

May 29, 2006 was the 149th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Monday.

Is May 29, 2006 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 29, 2006, who was born and died on May 29, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 29, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. Ridin' by Chamillionaire), movies (e.g. Shooter, directed by Antoine Fuqua), TV series (e.g. Drop Dead Gorgeous) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 29th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 29, 2006?


May 29, 2006 was a Monday and it was the 149th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 29, 2006 can also be written as 5/29/2006 in the US and as 29/5/2006 in UK and Europe.

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May 29, 2006: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 29, 2006:

  • Sidoarjo mud flow - the explosion of a natural gas well in the subdistrict of porong in sidoarjo, east java, indonesia created the world's largest mud volcano. more than 11,000 people were forced from their homes in eight villages, and there was also damage to the road and power infrastructures. many (twenty-five!) factories were also abandoned.
  • Toronto transit commission is forced to close down its public transit system after a labor dispute, leaving commuters without transportation.
  • The centre-left incumbent mayors of italy, walter veltroni and sergio chiamparino, lead in rome and turin respectively. salvatore cuffaro, the incumbent president of the house of freedoms, leads rita borsellino in the regional election of sicily.
  • After three us humvees collided in traffic jam, several civilians died in an accident that left kabul, afghanistan, in despair, thousands protest against the united states.
  • "the times" reports on an investigation into an incident in al-haditha (iraq) where us marines are being accused of covering up the killing of 24 civilians following an attack that claimed a soldier was killed.
  • Lebanese-based hezbollah threatens israel with iranian-made missiles.

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May 29, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on May 29, 2006:

  • 1 USD = 112.39 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.1061 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2248 CHF
  • 1 USD = 8.0201 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 143.26 JPY
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May 29, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 29th 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 29, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 29, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on May 29th, 2006 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 29, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 29, 2006 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 29, 2006 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 29, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 07:04 am and setting at 11:17 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 13, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Jun 11, 2006.

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Who was born on May 29, 2006?


Famous people born on May 29, 2006:

  • Johnny Backus

    American child of well-known parents.

  • Dommaraju Gukesh

Whose famous birthday is on May 29th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 29th:

  • Cameron Boyce
    Cameron Boyce

    Cameron boyce was an american actor known for his roles in disney channel shows and movies, such as 'jessie' and 'descendants'.

  • Danny Elfman
    Danny Elfman

    Danny elfman is a composer known for his work on numerous film scores, including those for tim burton's movies such as 'batman' and 'edward...

  • Beatrice Lillie
    Beatrice Lillie

    Talented comedic actress and singer known for her wit and charm.

  • Melanie Brown
    Melanie Brown

    English actress and musician (spice girls).

  • Annette Bening
    Annette Bening

    Annette bening is a highly acclaimed movie actress known for her roles in films such as american beauty, the kids are all right, and being...

  • Laura Bailey
    Laura Bailey

    Laura bailey is an american actress known for her work in voice acting, particularly for her roles in video games such as the last of us...

  • Rupert Everett
    Rupert Everett

    He is a british homosexual actor.

  • Riley Keough
    Riley Keough

    American daughter of a prominent family, she was the first grandchild of elvis presley's late father, danny keough.

  • Adrian Paul
    Adrian Paul

    British actor seen in "the highlanders" tv series.

  • Melissa Etheridge
    Melissa Etheridge

    American singer, songwriter, and rock star.

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May 29, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 17 years 10 months old,

or 214 months

or 930 weeks and 4 days old,

or 6514 days old,

if you were born on May 29, 2006.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 29, 2006?

There are 61 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 29th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 29, 2006?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 29, 2006.

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May 29, 2006: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 29, 2006:

  • Slim Aarons

    Renowned photographer known for capturing the lifestyles of the rich and famous.

  • Katarína Kolníková

    Slovak actress (d. 2006).

  • Jacques Bouchard

    Quebec advertising executive (born 1930).

  • Steve Mizerak

    American pool player (born 1944).

  • Umberto Masetti
  • Giosi Lippolis
  • Giulio Cortini
  • Delma Byron
  • Johnny Servoz-Gavin
  • Masumi Okada

What famous deaths happened on May 29th?

Famous deaths on May 29th:

  • Dennis Hopper
    Dennis Hopper

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

  • Romy Schneider
    Romy Schneider

    Internationally known german actress.

  • Harvey Korman
    Harvey Korman

    American comedian and actor, who has performed on tv commercials and stage.

  • Mary Pickford
    Mary Pickford

    Canadian-american actress.

  • Gavin MacLeod
    Gavin MacLeod

    American actor best known for his roles in the tv series "the mary tyler moore show" (1970-1977) and "the love boat” (1977-87).

  • Betsy Palmer
    Betsy Palmer

    Betsy palmer was an american actress best known for her role as mrs.

  • Fanny Brice
    Fanny Brice

    American comedian, genius at caricature and humor.

  • Coral Browne
    Coral Browne

    Australian actress known for her work in theater, film, and television.

  • John Barrymore
    John Barrymore

    American minor actor claimed to be the unborn son of john barrymore.

  • Eugenie Besserer
    Eugenie Besserer

    Actress anna christie, madame x, dies at 65.

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May 29, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 29, 2006:

  • Memorial Day - This holiday honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military.
  • Nigeria: Democracy Day.
  • United Kingdom: Oak Apple Day.
  • Venezuela: Tree Day.
  • Argentina: Army Day.
  • Blessed Adhemar
  • Bahá'f Faith: Ascension of Bahá'u'llah.

Observances on May 29, 2006:

  • International Day of UN Peacekeepers

Saints celebrated on May 29, 2006:

  • Saint Theodosia
  • Saint Erwin
  • Saint Maximinus of Trier
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May 29, 2006: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 29, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 29th and June 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 29, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 29, 2006 was Ridin' by Chamillionaire, according to the music chart for the week May 29th and June 4th.

May 29, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 29, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 29th and June 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Ridin'
  2. - Bad Day youtube
  3. - SOS youtube
  4. - Temperature youtube
  5. - Where'd You Go

May 29, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 29, 2006 was I Wish I Was A Punk Rocker (With Flowers In My Hair) by Sandi Thom, according to the music chart for the week May 29th and June 4th.

May 29, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 29, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 29th and June 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Wish I Was A Punk Rocker (With Flowers In My Hair)
  2. - Maneater
  3. - From Paris To Berlin
  4. - Crazy
  5. - Who Knew

May 29, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 29, 2006 was It's Goin' Down by Yung Joc, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 29th and June 4th.

May 29, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 29, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 29th and June 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - It's Goin' Down
  2. - What You Know
  3. - Enough Cryin
  4. - When You're Mad
  5. - Gettin' Some

May 29, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 29, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira Featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 29th and June 4th.

May 29, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 29, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 29th and June 4th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Hips Don't Lie
  2. - Down
  3. - Caile
  4. - Angelito
  5. - Lo Que Son Las Cosas

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May 29, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 29, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Shooter

Shooter

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Antoine Fuqua

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Michael Peña, Rhona Mitra, Danny Glover

Country: United States of America

Fracture

Fracture

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Gregory Hoblit

Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Ryan Gosling, David Strathairn, Rosamund Pike

Country: United States of America

Bridge to Terabithia

Bridge to Terabithia

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Gabor Csupo

Starring: Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Zooey Deschanel, Robert Patrick

Country: United States of America

The Kingdom

The Kingdom

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Peter Berg

Starring: Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman

Country: United States of America

Hairspray

Hairspray

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Adam Shankman

Starring: John Travolta, Queen Latifah, Nikki Blonsky, Michelle Pfeiffer

Country: United States of America

May 29, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 29, 2006 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Drop Dead Gorgeous

Drop Dead Gorgeous

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Philip Alderton

Orange Roughies

Orange Roughies

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Chris Bailey

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Release year: 2006

High Hopes

High Hopes

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Joe Eckardt

Sable noir

Sable noir

Release year: 2006

May 29, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 29, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Crime Beat by Michael Connelly

Crime Beat

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Before Michael Connelly became an author, he was a crime reporter covering the detectives involved in the homicide beat. Connelly's vivid and compelling pieces take the reader beyond the yellow.

Myths, Lies, And Downright Stupidity by John Stossel

Myths, Lies, And Downright Stupidity

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John Stossel is a favorite of merica's investigative reporters and tackles some of our most beloved myths in his distinctive style. He challenges us to see life differently.

Everyman by Philip Roth

Everyman

By:

Philip Roth's novel, "The Plot Against America," is an intimate, yet universal tale of loss, regret and stoicism. The bestselling author of The Plot Against America has now turned his attention to "one family".

Marley & Me by John Grogan

Marley & Me

By:

This is the heartwarming story of a family who lost their dog to neurotic behavior.

The Hard Way by Lee Child

The Hard Way

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Jack Reacher was all alone. He enjoyed the electric New York City night and watching a man drive a Mercedes parked in the street.

May 29, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 29, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Brain Buster Puzzle Pak

Brain Buster Puzzle Pak

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Puzzle game

Publisher: Agetec Jaleco 505 Games

ATV Offroad Fury 4

ATV Offroad Fury 4

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

Warhammer: Mark of Chaos

Warhammer: Mark of Chaos

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Xbox 360

Genre: Real-time tactics

Publisher: Namco Bandai Games Deep Silver

Dark Messiah of Might and Magic

Dark Messiah of Might and Magic

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Xbox 360

Genre: First-person action role-playing game

Publisher: Ubisoft

SpongeBob SquarePants: Creature from the Krusty Krab

SpongeBob SquarePants: Creature from the Krusty Krab

Platform: PlayStation 2 Game Boy Advance Nintendo DS GameCube Wii

Genre: Platformer, Action-Adventure Game, Racing Game, Rail Shooter

Publisher: THQ

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Who was the US President on May 29, 2006?

On May 29, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 29, 2006?

On May 29, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 29, 2006?

On May 29, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about May 29th?

May 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th 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 29th, such as:

  • 2019 - T-series, an indian film production company and record label, has reached 100 million subscribers to its most-subscribed youtube channel.
  • 2018 - 2018 liege attack: three people are killed, including two officers from the belgian police, in liege. four officers were also injured in the shooting. police later killed the gunman who took a female hostage.
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi: philippine forces continue fighting maute militants for marawi.

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What happened in 2006?

2006 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Sydney, Australia experiences the hottest New Year's Day ever recorded. The temperature reached 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit), sparking bushfires, and power outages.
  • A coal mine explosion in Sago, West Virginia kills 12 miners and leaves one in critical condition.
  • In the Sago Mine Disaster, near Buckhannon West Virginia, USA, twelve dead coal miners were found along with one survivor.

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What was the calendar for May 2006?

May 2006 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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