Thursday May 01, 2003: on this day

May 01, 2003 was the 121st day of the year 2003, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is May 01, 2003 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 01, 2003, who was born and died on May 01, 2003, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 01, 2003, which were the most popular songs (ex. In Da Club by 50 Cent), movies (e.g. The Bourne Identity, directed by Doug Liman), TV series (e.g. New Scandinavian Cooking) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 1st, 2003 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 01, 2003?


May 01, 2003 was a Thursday and it was the 121st day of the year 2003 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 01, 2003 can also be written as 5/1/2003 in the US and as 1/5/2003 in UK and Europe.

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May 01, 2003: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 01, 2003:

  • 2003 invasion of iraq. in what is now known as the "mission accomplished" speech, u.s. president george w. bush announces that all major combat operations in iraq are over.
  • The labour party, led by rhodri morison, won a stunning victory at the welsh assembly elections.
  • Bingol, turkey is rocked by a magnitude 6.4 earthquake. at least 177 people are killed and 520 are injured.
  • The united states navy forces begin to leave vieques. at est, vieques celebrates the military's departure from the island with a huge celebration.
  • The british columbia supreme court is the third supreme court in british columbia to declare that canada must legalize same-sex marriage.
  • For the first time in five year, the canadian dollar has surpassed 70 cents us. it reached $0.7044 us.
  • The uss abraham lincoln deck is cleared for president bush to land in an s-3b viking aircraft on the deck. he was returning from operations in iraq 100 miles offshore, california. this is the first time that a sitting president has landed on an aircraft carrier's deck by plane. bush gives a primetime address surrounded by hundreds upon hundreds of sailors. he declares over major combat operations in iraq while standing in front a banner that read "mission accomplished."
  • Aron ralston ends 6-days of entrapment in blue john canyon when he cuts off his right arm using a pocket-knife.
  • Invasion of iraq: in what becomes known as the "mission accomplished" speech, on board the uss  (off the coast of california), u.s. president george w. bush declares that "major combat operations in iraq have ended".

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May 01, 2003: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 01, 2003:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $35.32
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $14.25
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $25.54
  • General Electric GE: opens at $29.45
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $85.30

Exchange Rates on May 01, 2003:

  • 1 USD = 118.56 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.4201 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.3453 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 133.17 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6976 GBP
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May 01, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 1st is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus 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 01, 2003: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 01, 2003 is Goat and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on May 1st, 2003 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 01, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 01, 2003 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 01, 2003 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 01, 2003 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 06:05 am and setting at 09:12 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 16, 2003 while the next full moon would come on May 16, 2003.

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Who was born on May 01, 2003?


Famous people born on May 01, 2003:

  • Lizzy Greene

    Tv actress.

  • Maksim Bartolj
  • Lizzy Greene actriz estadounidense.

Whose famous birthday is on May 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 1st:

  • Ajith Kumar
    Ajith Kumar

    Ajith kumar is an indian film actor known for his work in tamil cinema.

  • Anushka Sharma
    Anushka Sharma

    Anushka sharma is an indian actress and producer known for her work in hindi films, and she is one of the most popular and highest-paid...

  • Tim McGraw
    Tim McGraw

    Tim mcgraw is an american country music singer and actor known for his hit songs and successful acting career.

  • Jamie Dornan
    Jamie Dornan

    Jamie dornan is a northern irish actor known for his role as christian grey in the fifty shades film series.

  • Joanna Lumley
    Joanna Lumley

    British actress, born in kashmir.

  • Danielle Darrieux
    Danielle Darrieux

    French actress and actress.

  • Catherine Frot
    Catherine Frot

    French film and theatre actress, the daughter of an engineer.

  • Julie Benz
    Julie Benz

    Julie benz is an american actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'dexter' and 'buffy the vampire slayer'.

  • Rita Coolidge
    Rita Coolidge

    Rita coolidge is a grammy award-winning american singer known for her hits in the 1970s, including 'we're all alone' and 'higher and...

  • Glenn Ford
    Glenn Ford

    Canadian-american actor.

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May 01, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 20 years 11 months old,

or 251 months and 23 days old,

or 1094 weeks and 6 days old,

or 7664 days old,

if you were born on May 01, 2003.

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 May 01, 2003?

There are 7 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 1st 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 01, 2003?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 01, 2003.

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May 01, 2003: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 01, 2003:

  • Gelena Dimitrova

    Renowned Bulgarian poet known for her powerful and evocative verses.

  • Wim van Est

    Dutch cyclist (d. 2003).

  • Miss Elizabeth

    American wrestler and manager (b. 1960).

What famous deaths happened on May 1st?

Famous deaths on May 1st:

  • Madeleine Lebeau
    Madeleine Lebeau

    Madeleine Lebeau was a French actress best known for her role as Yvonne in the classic film 'Casablanca'.

  • Steve Reeves
    Steve Reeves

    American physical culturist.

  • Marion Mack
    Marion Mack

    Actress (general).

  • Glenda Farrell
    Glenda Farrell

    Glenda Farrell was an American actress who appeared in over 30 films during the 1930s and 1940s.

  • Olympia Dukakis
    Olympia Dukakis

    American screen and stage actress dukakis worked for 40 years before she achieved "overnight success" in 1987, when she was awarded an...

  • Hylda Baker
    Hylda Baker

    English comedian, actress and music hall performer (d. 1986).

  • Ayrton Senna

    Brazilian formula one race car driver, and three-time world champion.

  • Antonin Dvořák

    Antonín Dvořák was a Czech composer, one of the first to achieve worldwide recognition.

  • Daved Goldberg

    Daved Goldberg was an American entrepreneur and the co-founder of the online survey platform SurveyMonkey.

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May 01, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 01, 2003:

  • Festival of Matsu in Taiwan and various locales along the southern coast of China (2005).
  • Malta - L-Ewwel ta Mejju, Malta, Jum il-haddiem (Worker's Day).
  • United States - Law Day, U.S.A., Loyalty Day.
  • Roman Empire - fourth and last day of the Floralia in honour of Flora.
  • Roman Empire - all-female festival in honour of Bona Dea.
  • Maharashtra Divas (Maharashtra Day) in the state of Maharastra, India. On May 1, 1960, Maharashtra came into existence when Bombay State was split into the new linguistic states of Maharashtra and Gujarat.
  • May crowning - Unofficial ritual ceremony usually happening in the Roman Catholic Church.
  • Lei Day - Hawaiian holiday for the Lei.
  • May Day, Labour Day, Workers' Day, Day of the International Solidarity of Workers.
  • Italy - national holiday (Giorno dei Lavoratori).

Saints celebrated on May 01, 2003:

  • Saint James the Less.
  • Saint Sigismund of Burgundy.
  • Saint Florine
  • Saint Augustin Schoeffer
  • Saint Theodulf.
  • Saint Andeol.
  • Saint Joseph the Worker (also known as Saint Joseph's Day).
  • Saint Jeremiah.
  • Saint Philip the Apostle.
  • Saint Brieuc.
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May 01, 2003: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 01, 2003 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 28th and May 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 01, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 01, 2003 was In Da Club by 50 Cent, according to the music chart for the week April 28th and May 4th.

May 01, 2003: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 01, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 28th and May 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - In Da Club
  2. - Get Busy youtube
  3. - Ignition
  4. - God Bless The U.S.A. (Proud To Be An American)
  5. - 21 Questions

May 01, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 01, 2003 was Make Luv by Room 5 featuring Oliver Cheatham, according to the music chart for the week April 28th and May 4th.

May 01, 2003: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 01, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 28th and May 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Make Luv
  2. - Spirit In The Sky
  3. - In Da Club
  4. - Move Your Feet
  5. - Scandalous

May 01, 2003: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 01, 2003 was 21 Questions by 50 Cent Featuring Nate Dogg, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 28th and May 4th.

May 01, 2003: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 01, 2003 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 28th and May 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - 21 Questions
  2. - Get Busy youtube
  3. - I Know What You Want
  4. - Beautiful
  5. - Can't Let You Go

May 01, 2003: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 01, 2003 was Tal Vez by Ricky Martin, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 28th and May 4th.

May 01, 2003: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 01, 2003 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 28th and May 4th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Tal Vez
  2. - Amame
  3. - Una Vez Mas
  4. - Alucinado
  5. - Clavame Tu Amor

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May 01, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 01, 2003 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Bourne Identity

The Bourne Identity

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Doug Liman

Starring: Franka Potente, Matt Damon, Chris Cooper, Clive Owen

Country: United States of America

I Am David

I Am David

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Paul Feig

Starring: Ben Tibber, Jim Caviezel, Joan Plowright, Hristo Shopov

Country: United States of America

About Schmidt

About Schmidt

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Alexander Payne

Starring: Jack Nicholson, Hope Davis, Dermot Mulroney, Kathy Bates

Country: United States of America

Phone Booth

Phone Booth

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Joel Schumacher

Starring: Colin Farrell, Kiefer Sutherland, Forest Whitaker, Radha Mitchell

Country: United States of America

Roger Dodger

Roger Dodger

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Dylan Kidd

Starring: Campbell Scott, Jesse Eisenberg, Isabella Rossellini, Elizabeth Berkley

Country: United States of America

May 01, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 01, 2003 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

New Scandinavian Cooking

New Scandinavian Cooking

Release year: 2003

Starring: Andreas Viestad, Tina Nordström, Claus Meyer Nielsen

Country: Norway

Astro Boy

Astro Boy

Release year: 2003

Directed by: David Bowers

My Dad's the Prime Minister

My Dad's the Prime Minister

Release year: 2003

Family Business

Family Business

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Sidney Lumet

May 01, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 01, 2003 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Devil In The White City by Erik Larson

The Devil In The White City

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Erik Larson, #1 bestseller In the Garden of Beasts, interweaves the true story of the 1893 World's Fair with the tale of the serial killer who used the fair as a lure to his victims

The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold

The Lovely Bones

By:

We meet Susie Salmon at 14 years old, and she is already in heaven. She tells us that this was before public service announcements and milk carton photos. In 1973, when Susie disappeared mysteriously, people believed these things didn’t happen.

Stupid White Men by Michael Moore

Stupid White Men

By:

With more than 3 million copies sold, Michael Moore, Oscar-winning filmmaker as well as political activist, has written a bestseller called "Stupid White Men". It tells everything you need about the great and how they got there.

The Devil Wears Prada by Lauren Weisberger

The Devil Wears Prada

By:

This delightfully savage novel is about the most difficult boss in history. It was also the basis of the major motion picture with Anne Hathaway & Meryl Streep.

Black Dahlia Avenger by Steve Hodel

Black Dahlia Avenger

By:

The largest manhunt in LA history was launched after Elizabeth Short, a young, beautiful woman, was brutally murdered.

May 01, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 01, 2003 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Conspiracies

Conspiracies

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Adventure, Interactive movie

Publisher: NA Got Game Entertainment; EU GMX Media

Conflict: Desert Storm II

Conflict: Desert Storm II

Platform: PlayStation 2 Xbox Microsoft Windows Nintendo GameCube

Genre: Tactical shooter

Publisher: SCi, Gotham Games

CT Special Forces 2: Back in the Trenches

CT Special Forces 2: Back in the Trenches

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Run and gun

Publisher: Hip Interactive

Crazy Taxi: Catch a Ride

Crazy Taxi: Catch a Ride

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Racing, Action

Publisher: THQ

Green Eggs And Ham

Green Eggs And Ham

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Publisher: NewKidCo

history

Who was the US President on May 01, 2003?

On May 01, 2003 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 01, 2003?

On May 01, 2003 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 01, 2003?

On May 01, 2003 the Pope was St John Paul II.

history

What is special about May 1st?

May 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st 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 1st, such as:

  • 2019 - Naxalite maoist insurgency. sixteen soldiers, including one driver, were killed in a landmine blast in gadchiroli, maharashtra, india. officials believe that the insurgents of maoists are responsible.
  • 2018 - Human rights violations during syria civil war: isil releases a video of an execution showing a prisoner being executed by explosives at yarmouk camp in damascus.
  • 2017 - Raoul hedebouw, a representative of workers' party belgium, is stabbed in his thigh just moments before he delivers a speech in liege (belgium). the suspect is taken into custody.

Find out more about May 1st

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What happened in 2003?

2003 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • The 108th United States Congress is sworn in, including incoming freshmen Senators Saxby Chambliss (Republican-Georgia), Lindsey Graham (Republican-South Carolina), John Sununu (Republican-New Hampshire), Lamar Alexander (Republican-Tennessee), Elizabeth Dole (Republican-North Carolina), Norm Coleman (Republican-Minnesota), and Mark Pryor (Democrat-Arkansas).
  • With a Republican Senate majority, the US Congress meets
  • All 21 passengers on board US Airways Express Flight 5481 are killed when it crashes at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, Charlotte, North Carolina.

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What was the calendar for May 2003?

May 2003 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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