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May 05, 2008 was the 126th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.
Is May 05, 2008 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 05, 2008, who was born and died on May 05, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 05, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. Bleeding Love by Leona Lewis), movies (e.g. Changeling, directed by Clint Eastwood), TV series (e.g. Drive Thru New Zealand) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 5th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 05, 2008?
- May 05, 2008: What happened on that day?
- May 05, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- May 05, 2008: What were the main match results that day?
- May 05, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 05, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 05, 2008?
- May 05, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 05, 2008: What famous people died on that day?
- May 05, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 05, 2008: Number 1 song on that day
- May 05, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 05, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 05, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 05, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 05, 2008?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 05, 2008?
- Who was the Pope on May 05, 2008?
What day of the week was May 05, 2008?
May 05, 2008: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 05, 2008:
- The record-breaking us$120.36 barrel was the price of crude oil for june delivery.
- According to the united states federal reserve system, banks are increasing lending standards for home mortgages and other consumer loans as a response to the subprime crisis.
- Media reports that cyclone nargis has killed more than 10,000 people in myanmar.
- The new york mercantile exchange has for the first-time offered crude oil futures contracts at us$120 per barrel.
- Two people were killed by somalian soldiers during food riots at mogadishu.
- After an explosion that occurred on a bus in shanghai china, three people were killed and three more injured.
- 86% of bolivia's santa cruz district voters voted in favor of greater autonomy through a referendum. the referendum was condemned by bolivia's president evo morales, who called it illegal.
May 05, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on May 05, 2008:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $89.65
- Apple AAPL: opens at $181.81
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $29.95
- General Electric GE: opens at $33.36
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $122.76
Exchange Rates on May 05, 2008:
- 1 USD = 104.93 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.0122 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.053 CHF
- 1 USD = 6.9882 CNY
- 1 EUR = 162.61 JPY
May 05, 2008: What were the main match results that day?
Division 2 - Football (France)
- Boulogne - Grenoble : 0 - 1
Premier League - UK Soccer
- Falkirk - Hearts : 2 - 1
- Newcastle - Chelsea : 0 - 2
May 05, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 5th 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 05, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 05, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 5th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 05, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 05, 2008 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 05, 2008 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 05, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 05:24 am and setting at 10:03 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 20, 2008 while the next full moon would come on May 20, 2008.
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Who was born on May 05, 2008?
Whose famous birthday is on May 5th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 5th:
![Michael Palin]()
Michael PalinBritish actor, comedian, and writer.
![Chris Brown]()
Chris BrownAmerican actor, singer, and dancer.
![Henry Cavill]()
Henry CavillBritish actor, who began his acting career as albert mondego in 2002's film adaptation of the count of monte cristo.
![Virginie Efira]()
Virginie EfiraBelgian actress, tv presenter and producer, born to andra (c) efira professor of medicine.
![Vincent Kartheiser]()
Vincent KartheiserVincent kartheiser is an american actor known for his role as pete campbell in the television series mad men.
![Tyrone Power]()
Tyrone PowerAmerican actor of third generation.
![Will Arnett]()
Will ArnettWill arnett is a canadian-american actor and comedian known for his roles in arrested development and bojack horseman.
![John Rhys-Davies]()
John Rhys-DaviesJohn rhys-davies is a welsh actor known for his roles as gimli in the lord of the rings and sallah in the indiana jones films.
![Danielle Fishel]()
Danielle FishelDanielle fishel is an american actress best known for her role as topanga lawrence on the tv show boy meets world.
![Lance Henriksen]()
Lance HenriksenLance henriksen is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as 'aliens' and 'the terminator'.
May 05, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 15 years 11 months old,
or 191 months and 12 days old,
or 832 weeks and 2 days old,
or 5826 days old,
if you were born on May 05, 2008.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 05, 2008?
There are 19 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 5th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 05, 2008?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 05, 2008.
May 05, 2008: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 05, 2008:
- Irv Robbins
Baskin-robbins was co-founded by baskin-robbins, a canadian-american businessman (d. 2008).
- Jerry Wallace
American singer and guitarist (b. 1928).
- Pak Kyongni
- Witold Woyda
- Mildred Loving
What famous deaths happened on May 5th?
Famous deaths on May 5th:
![John Williams]()
John WilliamsEnglish-american actor (b. 1903).
![Jean-Claude Pascal]()
Jean-Claude PascalFrench actor (golden salamander), dies at 64.
![Dana Wynter]()
Dana WynterActress german-english (d. 2011).
![Albert Dekker]()
Albert DekkerDeaths from accidental suffocation at the age of 62.
![Elisabeth Fraser]()
Elisabeth FraserAmerican television, film and stage actress (born 1920).
- Rudolf Schön
Austrian biologist known for his research in genetics.
- Garl Kasell
Garl Kasell was an American radio personality and newscaster who was the official judge and scorekeeper for the NPR news quiz show 'Wait...
- Chanceler
Key figure in the Brazilian independence movement.
- Marri Shaw
Renowned poet known for her evocative and emotional verses.
- Mihail Botvinnik
Mihail Botvinnik was a Soviet chess grandmaster and three-time world chess champion.
May 05, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 05, 2008:
- Martyrs Neophytos, Gaius and Gaianus
- Euthymios the Wonderworker
- Barlaam of Serpukhov
- Martin and Heraclius of Illyria
- Eulogios the Confessor
- New Martyr Ephraim of Nea Makri
- Albania: Martyrs' Day.
- Great Martyr Irene
- Roly Poly of Georgia.
- Ethiopia: Liberation Day (1941).
Observances on May 05, 2008:
- Vesak, the Day of the Full Moon
- World Portuguese Language Day [UNESCO]
Saints celebrated on May 05, 2008:
- Saint Aventinus (d. 1189)
- Saint Angelus of Jerusalem (d. 1222)
- Saint Britto
- Saint Gerontius (d. 472)
- Saint Godehart (d. 1038)
- Saint Nicetius
- Saint Hilary of Arles (d. 449)
- Saint Pius V (1505-1572)
- Saint Jutta of Kulmsee, aka Saint Jutta of Sangerhausen or Saint Judith of Prussia (d. 1260)
May 05, 2008: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 05, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 5th and May 11th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 05, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 05, 2008 was Bleeding Love by Leona Lewis, according to the music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.
May 05, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 05, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 5th and May 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love
- Lil Wayne - Lollipop
- Jordin Sparks - No Air
- Madonna - 4 Minutes
- Usher - Love In This Club
May 05, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 05, 2008 was Lollipop by Lil Wayne Featuring Static Major, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.
May 05, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 05, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 5th and May 11th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Lil Wayne Featuring Static Major - Lollipop
- Mariah Carey - Touch My Body
- Usher Featuring Young Jeezy - Love In This Club
- Ashanti - The Way That I Love You
- Rick Ross Featuring T-Pain - The Boss
May 05, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 05, 2008 was Te Quiero by Flex, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.
May 05, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 05, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 5th and May 11th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Flex - Te Quiero
- Mana - Si No Te Hubieras Ido
- Enrique Iglesias - Donde Estan Corazon
- Juanes - Gotas De Agua Dulce
- Conjunto Primavera - Te Llore
May 05, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 05, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Changeling
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Clint Eastwood
Starring: Angelina Jolie, Colm Feore, Amy Ryan, Gattlin Griffith
Country: United States of America
The Great Debaters
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Denzel Washington
Starring: Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, Kimberly Elise, Nate Parker
Country: United States of America
Two Lovers
Release year: 2008
Directed by: James Gray
Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Gwyneth Paltrow, Vinessa Shaw, Anne Joyce
Country: United States of America
Elegy
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Isabel Coixet
Starring: Ben Kingsley, Penélope Cruz, Patricia Clarkson, Dennis Hopper
Country: United States of America
He's Just Not That Into You
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Ken Kwapis
Starring: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connelly, Morgan Lily
Country: United States of America
May 05, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 05, 2008 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Drive Thru New Zealand
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Greg Browning
Cinemania
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Stephen Kijak
The Inbetweeners
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Ben Palmer
Kung Fu Femmes
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Tony Laudati
Teenage Kicks
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Craig Boreham
May 05, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 05, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
A New Earth
By: Eckhart Tolle
"A wake-up call to the whole planet. . . [A New Earth] helps you to stop creating your own suffering and obsessing about the past or the future, and instead to live in the present.
Bulls Island
By: Dorothea Benton Frank
"Dottie Frank's books have a sexy, funny quality. She considers South Carolina's lowcountry her literary property.
Girls Like Us
By: Sheila Weller
The remarkable and compelling biography of three of America’s most influential musicians--Carole King and Joni Mitchell--records their lives as women at an extraordinary moment in time.
Belong To Me
By: Marisa de los Santos
"Marisa De los Santos's belonged to me is my favorite discovery over the years. It's a fantastic page-turner that's also poignant and funny, surprising, and deeply felt Harlan
Ladies Of Liberty
By: Cokie Roberts
Cokie Roberts, the number-one New York Times bestseller and well-respected political commentator, brings to life the remarkable achievements of women in this companion volume to her history Founding Mothers.
May 05, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 05, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Brain Age Express
ARCA Sim Racing '08
International Karate +
Corpse Craft: Incident at Weardd Academy
Commando: Steel Disaster
Who was the US President on May 05, 2008?
On May 05, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 05, 2008?
On May 05, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 05, 2008?
On May 05, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about May 5th?
May 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th 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 5th, such as:
- 2019 - Gaza-israel clashes (may 2019, iran-israel proxy conflict: hamas, iran-israel proxy conflict. hamas and other militants in the gaza strip fire hundreds upon israel. two israeli civilians were killed in ashkelon and another in ashdod. at least 23 palestinians were killed in retaliatory israeli strikes against gaza, including a hamas senior commander.
- 2018 - Six palestinians are killed in an explosion at deir al-balah (gaza), hamas and israel defense forces deny responsibility for the explosion and each blame the other.
- 2017 - Syria civil war: russia and turkey agree to create four "safe zones" in syria. all military aircraft, including those from turkey, russia, and the united states, will be prohibited from flying over these areas. (reuters) (fox news). the long-awaited safe zones were welcomed by the united nations, but they have been rejected both by the kurdish pyd and syrian rebels.
What happened in 2008?
2008 was filled with very interesting events such as
- The US$100 per barrel price for crude oil is the highest ever recorded.
- The Democratic caucuses in Iowa, USA choose Barack Obama to be their presidential candidate on November 8. Hillary Clinton, the national front-runner, is third behind John Edwards. Mike Huckabee was chosen by the Republican caucuses over Mitt Romney.
- Seldom seen snowfalls in southeast Florida, USA.
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What was the calendar for May 2008?
May 2008 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.
