Thursday May 26, 2016: on this day
About May 26th, 2016, in brief:
- Historical events: Iraqi civil War: Operation Breaking Terrorism - Iraqi security forces and Shiite Popular Mobilization Forces capture Al-Karmah (about 16 km (10 miles) northeast Fallujah).
- Day of the week: May 26th, 2016 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Lauryn Hill, Helena Bonham Carter
- Moon Phase: Last Quarter
- #1 US song: Can't Stop The Feeling! by Justin Timberlake
- Popular movie: Maggie's Plan directed by Rebecca Miller
More about May 26th, 2016? See below for more news and curiosities on May 26th, 2016.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 26, 2016?
- May 26, 2016: What happened on that day?
- May 26, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- May 26, 2016: What were the main match results that day?
- May 26, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 26, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 26, 2016?
- May 26, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 26, 2016: What famous people died on that day?
- May 26, 2016: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 26, 2016: Number 1 song on that day
- May 26, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 26, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 26, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 26, 2016?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 2016?
- Who was the Pope on May 26, 2016?
What day of the week was May 26, 2016?
May 26, 2016 was a Thursday and it was the 147th day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 26, 2016 can also be written as 5/26/2016 in the US and as 26/5/2016 in UK and Europe.
May 26, 2016: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 26, 2016:
- Iraqi civil war: operation breaking terrorism - iraqi security forces and shiite popular mobilization forces capture al-karmah (about 16 km (10 miles) northeast fallujah).
- Al-karmah was recaptured by the iraqi security forces and shiite popular mobilization forces, approximately 16 km (10 miles) northeast fallujah.
- Archaeologists announced the discovery of a tomb 2,400 years old. they believe it to be the tomb of aristotle, based on its grandeur and location atop a hill at stagira (the city of his birth).
- 89th scripps national spelling bee: in the united states, the scripps national spelling bee finishes in a tie between jairam hwar and nihar janga. this is the third consecutive year that the event has ended in a tie.
- The scripps national spelling bee usa finishes in a tie between jairam hthwar and nihar jaga. the event is now in its third year of being tied.
- Two united states navy fa-18 aircraft crashed in the atlantic ocean, near the outer banks, off the coast of north carolina. the pilots were safely ejected and are currently being treated at sentara norfolk general hospital, virginia.
- European migration crisis: at least 20 people drown in southern mediterranean sea after a repurposed fishing vessel sinks 35 nautical miles north of zuwara, libya.
- A repurposed fishing vessel that was 35 nautical miles north from zuwara, libya, drowned at least 20 people.
- The united states department of defense reports in antimicrobial agents and chemotherapy that they have discovered a new strain of e.coli in the united states. it is resistant to colistin which is a last-resort antibacterial.
- Xinhua news agency, chinese state media, criticizes taiwan president tsaiing-wen for being politically extreme and lacking emotion balance. she is not married and has no children.
- South korea will import arms in the amount of 3.5 trillion won ($3 billion) this fiscal year to increase its defense capabilities.
- Relations between ethiopia and south korea: south korean president park geun hye pledged $1 million to aid drought recovery during her state visit in ethiopia. park will likely continue her visit to uganda and kenya following this visit.
- During her state visit to ethiopia, south korean president park geun hye pledged $1 million to aid drought recovery. park will continue her visit to uganda and kenya following this visit.
- Joko widodo, the indonesian president, issues perppu (an executive order) that makes child sexual abuse punishable with chemical castration. the maximum penalty is death.
- After an investigation found that baylor university had mishandled allegations of sexual assault against football players, ken starr was stripped of his title as president. art briles, the university's football coach is also dismissed.
- Google wins a lawsuit filed by oracle corporation against google alleging that google used copyrighted code to create the android operating system.
- Louisiana governor john bel edwards signs a bill that criminalizes hate crimes against law enforcement. this is the first time such a law has been passed in louisiana.
- On 20 may 2016, a muslim mob attacked coptic homes, and stripped a coptic woman in public in minya governorate in egypt.
- The cgt leads the strike by french labor unions in protest against proposed changes to labor laws.
- 2016 united states presidential election: according to the associated press, donald trump has received enough delegates for the republican party nomination for president.
- According to the associated press, donald trump has received enough delegates for him to be nominated as the republican party's nominee for president.
- 2016 stanley cup playoffs - the pittsburgh penguins beat the tampa bay lightning in game 7, of the eastern conference final, to advance to stanley cup final. they will now face the san jose sharks.
- The pittsburgh penguins defeated the tampa bay lightning in game 7 to reach the stanley cup final. they will now face the san jose sharks.
May 26, 2016: What were the magazines covers that day?
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May 26, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on May 26, 2016:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $90.25
- Apple AAPL: opens at $99.68
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $51.93
- General Electric GE: opens at $30.07
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $151.55
Exchange Rates on May 26, 2016:
- 1 USD = 0.8931 EUR
- 1 USD = 109.681 JPY
- 1 USD = 0.6819 GBP
- 1 USD = 1.3841 AUD
- 1 USD = 1.2977 CAD
May 26, 2016: What were the main match results that day?
La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)
- Ath Bilbao B - Alaves : 2 - 3
- Huesca - Zaragoza : 1 - 1
- Oviedo - Leganes : 0 - 1
May 26, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th 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 26, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.
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May 26, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 26, 2016 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 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 26, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 70% full, rising at 11:22 pm and setting at 10:42 am.
The previous full moon was on May 21, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Jun 20, 2016.
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Get your map!Who was born on May 26, 2016?
Whose famous birthday is on May 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 26th:
- 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 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 is an american actress known for her roles in iconic 1970s blaxploitation films such as 'coffy' and 'foxy brown'.
- Corinne Le Poulain
French actress on stage, film, and tv, niece of jean le poulain.
- James Arness
American actor best known for his tv series, "gunsmoke," 1955-1975.
- Peter Cushing
England, united kingdom -- actor.
- Peggy Lee
American singer, songwriter and arranger.
- Elisabeth Harnois
American actress.
- Margaret Colin
Actress (independence day: three men & a baby).
- Nicki Aycox
Nicki Aycox is an actress who has appeared in various TV shows and movies.
May 26, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 7 years 11 months old,
or 95 months and 17 days old,
or 415 weeks and 4 days old,
or 2909 days old,
if you were born on May 26, 2016.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 26, 2016?
There are 13 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, 2016?
You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on May 26, 2016.
May 26, 2016: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 26, 2016:
- Hedy Epstein
German-born american human rights activist and holocaust survivor (b. 1924).
- Loris Francesco Capovilla
- Gustav Meier
- Wanaro N'Godrella
- Kazimierz Barburski
- Arturo Pomar
- Theodore Dumitru
- Bob Williams
- Roberto Diem Tigani
- Loris Capovilla
- Zahid Bağirov
- Gregory Zhuchenko
- Marcus Gordon
- Cassandra Butts
What famous deaths happened on May 26th?
Famous deaths on May 26th:
- Ray Liotta
American actor seen in "lethal weapon", and "goodfellas.
- Art Linkletter
Canadian entertainer.
- Jean Constantin
French singer-songwriter and composer of over 300 songs.
- George Brent
Actor (baby face.
- 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.
May 26, 2016: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 26, 2016:
- Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
- Georgia - National Day
- Poland - Mother's Day
- Australia - National Sorry Day
Saints celebrated on May 26, 2016:
- Saint Germain of Paris
- Saint William of Aquitaine
- Saint Simitrius
- Saint Philip Neri (died 1595)
- Saint Lambert (d.1154)
- Saint Berenger (died 1093)
May 26, 2016: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 26, 2016 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 23rd and May 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 26, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 2016 was Can't Stop The Feeling! by Justin Timberlake, according to the music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.
May 26, 2016: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 26, 2016 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:
- Justin Timberlake - Can't Stop The Feeling!
- Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla - One Dance
- Desiigner - Panda
- Lukas Graham - 7 Years
- Mike Posner - I Took A Pill In Ibiza
May 26, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 26, 2016 was One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.
May 26, 2016: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 26, 2016 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:
- Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla - One Dance
- Desiigner - Panda
- Rihanna Featuring Drake - Work
- Rihanna - Needed Me
- G-Eazy x Bebe Rexha - Me, Myself & I
May 26, 2016: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 26, 2016 was Hasta El Amanecer by Nicky Jam, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.
May 26, 2016: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 26, 2016 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:
- Nicky Jam - Hasta El Amanecer
- Enrique Iglesias Featuring Wisin - Duele El Corazon
- J Balvin - Ginza
- Banda Sinaloense MS de Sergio Lizarraga - Solo Con Verte
- Maluma Featuring Yandel - El Perdedor
May 26, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 26, 2016 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
May 26, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 26, 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:
May 26, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 26, 2016 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Who was the US President on May 26, 2016?
On May 26, 2016 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 2016?
On May 26, 2016 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 26, 2016?
On May 26, 2016 the Pope was Francis.
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.
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.