Friday May 02, 2014: Zodiac, Events, Birthdays and Holidays

US date format: 5/2/2014, UK date format: 2/5/2014

May 2nd, 2014 was the 122nd day of the year 2014 in the Gregorian calendar, under the sign of Taurus. The day of the week was Friday.

Famous birthdays on this day include Stefano Campagna and Marcello Giannini.

The number one song in US was Happy by Pharrell Williams.

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, directed by Guy Ritchie, was one of the most viewed movie released in 2014 while Killing Jesus by Bill O'Reilly and Martin Dugard was one of the best selling book.

On TV people were watching Maniac. If you liked videogames you were probably playing Castaway Paradise or Brothers in Arms 3: Sons of War.

The US president was Barack Obama (Democrat), the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative), Pope Francis was leading the Catholic Church.

But much more happened that day: find out below.

You can also have a look at May 02 across the years or at May 2014 calendar.

May 02, 2014 Events

What happened on May 02, 2014?

Historical Events

Syrian Civil War (Siege of Homs).:: The city of Homs in Syria has reached a 24-hour ceasefire agreement, allowing rebels to leave their last stronghold in the city.
Homs, Syria, has reached a 24-hour ceasefire agreement that allows rebels to withdraw their last stronghold in the city.
At least four people were killed in attacks by suicide bombers in Egypt after the coup (Sinai Insurgency). Two people were killed in clashes between supporters of President Mohamed Morsi and residents of Alexandria.
At least four people were killed in suicide bomber attacks on security checkpoints and civilian buses in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula. A separate bombing close to a Cairo courthouse also resulted in the deaths of at least four others.
Two people were killed when supporters of Mohamed Morsi, the deposed president, clashed against residents in Alexandria.
Protests in Ethiopia's Oromia Region have claimed the lives of at least nine students.
After Wednesday's attack at a train station that left three people dead and 79 others injured, security has been tightened in the People's Republic of China.
2014 pro-Russian unrest and the Siege of Sloviansk. The Armed Forces of Ukraine launch an operation against separatists within the city of Sloviansk. There are claims of many casualties and two Ukrainian Army helicopters being shot down. At least 42 people are killed in violent clashes in Odessa as pro-Ukrainians set fire to the pro-Russian headquarters. (CNN), (BBC),
The Armed Forces of Ukraine launched a military operation against separatists at the city of Sloviansk. There are claims of many casualties and two Ukrainian Army helicopters being shot down. Violent clashes in Odessa result in the deaths of at least 42 people as pro-Ukrainians set fire to the pro-Russian headquarters. (CNN), (BBC),
Hobo Barik, Afghanistan's Badakhshan Province, is rocked by a landslide that leaves at least 350 people dead. There are more than 2000 people still missing. (USA Today),
Sinn Fein's claims that Gerry Adams, the party's president, is a victim to "political policecing" have been dismissed by Enda Kenny (Prime Minister of Ireland), David Cameron (British prime minister) and Peter Robinson (First Minister of Northern Ireland).
Helen McConville is the oldest daughter of Jean McConville (Provisional Irish Republican Army) murder victim. She's willing to name those responsible and says she doesn't fear reprisals from republicans.
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May 02, 2014 Famous Birthdays

Who was born on May 02, 2014?

Other May 2nd famous birthdays

King Faisal
II of Iraq (d.58).
David Beckham
Beckham is a British soccer player who has movie star looks and pop-star appeal.
Dwayne Johnson
Canadian actor, producer and professional wrestler from American/Canadian.
Lorie (singer)

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How old am I?

If May 02, 2014 is your birthday you are 9 years old. Find out how old you are in years, months, weeks and days and how long until your next birthday on May 02.

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May 02, 2014 Famous Deaths

Who died on May 02, 2014?

Other May 2nd famous deaths

Martin Bormann
German Nazi official.
Lynn Redgrave
British-American actress, Rachel Kempson, is the daughter of Sir Michael Redgrave, an actor from Bristol, and Rachel Kempson, actress from...
Dorothea Binz
Nazi war criminal (Born 1920).
Caryl Chessman
American homicide.

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May 02, 2014 Zodiac

Western Zodiac - Astrological Sign

Taurus

Taurus personality

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

Personality of May born

Chinese Zodiac

Sign: Horse

Element: Wood

Horse personality

Find out your Moon Sign

Can the numbers in May 02, 2014 reveal something about your future ? Find out

May 02, 2014 Day of the Week and Calendar

What day of the week was May 02, 2014?

The day of the week was Friday.

May 2nd marks the 121st day of the Gregorian calendar for the year 2014.

There are 243 days remaining until the end of the year. Calculate the number of days between two dates.

May 2014 calendar

May	2014
Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
			1	2	3	4
5	6	7	8	9	10	11
12	13	14	15	16	17	18
19	20	21	22	23	24	25
26	27	28	29	30	31

May 02, 2014 Holidays and Observances

What is special on May 02, 2014?

Holidays

Indonesia - Indonesia National Education Day
Iran - Teacher's Day
Slovenia - second day of Labour Day
Madrid Region - Day of the Region.
Poland - Flag Day, an official holiday to honour the Flag of Poland
saint tsar Boris
Bahá'f Faith: Last day of the Festival of Ridván

Observances

World Tuna Day

Saints

Saint Zoe
Saint Mafalda
Saint Waldebert, Walbert or Gaubert
Saint Germanus
Saints Exuperius and Zoe
Saint Boris
Saint Athanasius

Music charts

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