What happened on Sunday May 01, 2005?

About May 1st, 2005, in brief:

  • Historical events: In a landmark business transaction, Lenovo Group, China's largest computer company, purchased IBM's personal computer division for US$1.25 billion in cash, also assuming $500 million of IBM's debt. This acquisition marked a significant moment in global technology and international business relations.
  • Day of the week: May 1st, 2005 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Last Quarter
  • #1 US song: Candy Shop by 50 Cent
  • #1 UK song: Lonely by Akon
  • Popular movie: Batman Begins directed by Christopher Nolan

More about May 1st, 2005? See below for more news and curiosities on May 1st, 2005.

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May 01, 2005: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 01, 2005:

  • Lenovo Acquires IBM's Personal Computer Business In a landmark business transaction, Lenovo Group, China's largest computer company, purchased IBM's personal computer division for US$1.25 billion in cash, also assuming $500 million of IBM's debt. This acquisition marked a significant moment in global technology and international business relations.
  • Suicide Attack at Kurdish Funeral in Talafar, Iraq A devastating suicide bombing targeted a Kurdish funeral in the northern Iraqi town of Talafar, near Mosul, resulting in at least 25 fatalities and over 30 injuries. The attack highlighted the ongoing sectarian violence and instability in the region during the post-invasion period.
  • US Warns Japan About North Korean Missile Test The United States informed Japan about a potential missile test by North Korea targeting the Sea of Japan. The report was subsequently confirmed, escalating tensions in the region and highlighting ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.
  • First Infrared View of an Exoplanet Astronomers achieved a significant milestone in space exploration by confirming an extrasolar planet orbiting a brown dwarf named 2M1207a. This breakthrough represented the first-ever infrared observation of an exoplanet, advancing our understanding of planetary systems beyond our solar system.
  • Taiwan-China Political Tensions Following a meeting between China and Taiwan's opposition leader Lien Chan, Taiwanese President Chen Shui-bian called for direct negotiations with the Chinese government. The event underscored the ongoing complex political relationship and Taiwan's increasing calls for independence.
  • Investigation into Margaret Hassan Abduction US and Iraqi military forces detained several suspects in connection with the kidnapping of Margaret Hassan, director of CARE's Iraq Division. Hassan was abducted by insurgents in October 2004 and was believed to have been killed, highlighting the dangerous humanitarian work during the Iraq conflict.
  • Pro-Democracy Protests in Nepal Ten thousand protesters marched in Kathmandu, Nepal, demanding the restoration of democracy and protesting against King Gyanendra's policies. This demonstration reflected the growing public discontent with the monarchy and desire for democratic reforms.
  • Lionel Messi Scores First Senior League Goal 17-year-old Lionel Messi scored his first senior league goal for FC Barcelona in a 2-0 victory against Albacete Balompié at the Spotify Camp Nou. This moment marked the beginning of what would become one of the most legendary careers in football history.
  • Fall Out Boy Releases Breakthrough Album Fall Out Boy released their breakthrough album 'From Under the Cork Tree' through Island Records, a pivotal moment in the band's rise to prominence in the pop-punk and alternative rock scene.
  • UK Music Chart Topper 'Lonely' by Akon was the number one song in the United Kingdom for the week of April 25th to May 1st, 2005.
  • US Music Chart Topper 'Candy Shop' by 50 Cent was the number one song in the United States for the week of April 25th to May 1st, 2005.
  • R&B Music Chart Topper '1 Thing' by Amerie was the number one R&B song for the week of April 25th to May 1st, 2005.

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May 01, 2005: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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May 01, 2005: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Inter - Siena : 2 - 0
  • Juventus - Bologna : 2 - 1
  • Lecce - Lazio : 5 - 3
  • Messina - Sampdoria : 2 - 2
  • Palermo - Chievo : 2 - 2

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Cercle Brugge - Charleroi : 0 - 4

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Hannover - Nurnberg : 1 - 0
  • Wolfsburg - Hamburg : 1 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Aachen - Cottbus : 4 - 0
  • Ahlen - Saarbrucken : 2 - 3
  • Duisburg - Burghausen : 4 - 3
  • Ein Trier - Karlsruhe : 0 - 2
  • Munich 1860 - Essen : 0 - 0
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What day of the week was May 01, 2005?


May 01, 2005 was a Sunday and it was the 121st day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 01, 2005 can also be written as 5/1/2005 in the US and as 1/5/2005 in UK and Europe.

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May 01, 2005: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 01, 2005:

  • Peter Malkin
  • Giuseppe Rosati

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May 01, 2005: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 01, 2005 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 25th and May 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

May 01, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 01, 2005 was Candy Shop by 50 Cent, according to the music chart for the week April 25th and May 1st.

  1. - Candy Shop youtube
  2. - Hate It Or Love It youtube
  3. - Hollaback Girl youtube
  4. - Lonely youtube
  5. - Since U Been Gone youtube

May 01, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 01, 2005 was Lonely by Akon, according to the music chart for the week April 25th and May 1st.

  1. - Lonely youtube
  2. - Feel Good Inc youtube
  3. - (Is This The Way To) Amarillo youtube
  4. - Hate It Or Love It youtube
  5. - Signs youtube

May 01, 2005: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 01, 2005 was 1 Thing by Amerie, according to the music chart for the week April 25th and May 1st.

  1. - 1 Thing
  2. - Slow Down
  3. - Truth Is
  4. - Oh
  5. - Hate It Or Love It
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May 01, 2005: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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

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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 01, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 01, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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May 01, 2005: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 01, 2005 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 01, 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 01, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 33% full, rising at 02:41 am and setting at 01:41 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 24, 2005 while the next full moon would come on May 23, 2005.

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How old is someone born on May 01, 2005?


Someone born on May 01, 2005 is:

20 years and 2 days old,

or 240 months and 2 days old,

or 1043 weeks and 6 days old,

or 7307 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 01, 2005?

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