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May 08, 2006 was the 128th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.
Is May 08, 2006 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, who was born and died on May 08, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 08, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. SOS by Rihanna), movies (e.g. Shooter, directed by Antoine Fuqua), TV series (e.g. High Hopes) and books back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 8th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 08, 2006?
- May 08, 2006: What happened on that day?
- Who was born on May 08, 2006?
- May 08, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 08, 2006?
- What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 08, 2006?
- May 08, 2006: What famous people died on that day?
- May 08, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 08, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 08, 2006: Number 1 song on that day
- May 08, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
- May 08, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
- May 08, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
- May 08, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
- May 08, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
- May 08, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
- May 08, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
- May 08, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
- May 08, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 08, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 08, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 08, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- May 08, 2006: What was the lunar phase on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 08, 2006?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 08, 2006?
- Who was the Pope on May 08, 2006?
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What day of the week was May 08, 2006?
May 08, 2006: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 08, 2006:
- Jacob Zuma, former South African deputy president, is cleared of a rape accusation. The judge rules that Jacob Zuma had sex with a 31 year old HIV-positive lady consensually.
- The Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad wrote to President George W. Bush. This is the first time that an Iranian President has written to President George W. Bush in 27 years.
- Browse US newspapers headlines from May 08, 2006
- Apple Computer is convicted in London in a high-profile trademark case brought by Apple Corps, The Beatles.
- In the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, a historic election is taking place. Two major parties, AIADMK & DMK, are vying for the power.
- Browse UK newspaper headlines from May 08, 2006
May 08, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on May 08, 2006
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $63.60
- Apple AAPL: opens at $72.99
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $23.85
- General Electric GE: opens at $35.10
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $82.60
Exchange Rates on May 08, 2006
- 1 USD = 111.76 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.1126 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.2288 CHF
- 1 USD = 8.0068 CNY
- 1 EUR = 141.92 JPY
Who was born on May 08, 2006?
Whose famous birthday is on May 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 8th:
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Enrique IglesiasSpanish singer, son of Julio Iglesias, famed heartthrob, but appealing to the next generation.
- Laurence Boccolini
French television and radio host.
- Fernandel
French actor and mime comedian with a long, sorrowful, equine face and a radiant and toothy smile.
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Melissa GilbertTV Actress.
May 08, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 17 years 6 months old,
or 210 months and 21 days old,
or 916 weeks and 2 days old,
or 6414 days old,
if you were born on May 08, 2006.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 08, 2006?
There are 161 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 8th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 08, 2006?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 08, 2006.
May 08, 2006: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people who died on May 08, 2006:
- Iain Macmillan
Scottish educator and photographer (d. 2006).
What famous deaths happened on May 8th?
Famous deaths on May 8th:
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George PeppardAmerican actor and TV series star who appeared in 25 films.
- Gilles Villeneuve
French-Canadian Formula One driver.
- Ulrike Meinhof
Faction Lead Germany Red Army.
- Luigi Nono
Italian composer (Born in 1924).
May 08, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 08, 2006 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.
May 08, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 08, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.
Discover the Dog personality and how the Fire Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
May 08, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 08, 2006:
- Parents' Day in South Korea
- Iris feast of the Region of Brussels capital (in Belgium)
- VE Day
- World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day
Observances on May 08, 2006:
- Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation for Those Who Lost Their Lives During the Second World War
Saints celebrated on May 08, 2006:
- Saints Wiro, Plechelmus and Otger
- Saint Macharius of Ghent (died 1012)
- Saint Ida of Nivelles
May 08, 2006: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 08, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 8th and May 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 08, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 08, 2006 was SOS by Rihanna, according to the music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.
May 08, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 08, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 8th and May 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Rihanna - SOS
- Daniel Powter - Bad Day
- Sean Paul - Temperature
- Chamillionaire - Ridin'
- T.I. - What You Know
May 08, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 08, 2006 was Crazy by Gnarls Barkley, according to the music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.
May 08, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 08, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 8th and May 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Gnarls Barkley - Crazy
- Infernal - From Paris To Berlin
- LL Cool J featuring Jennifer Lopez & Jermaine Dupri - Control Myself
- Red Hot Chili Peppers - Dani California
May 08, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 08, 2006 was What You Know by T.I., according to the R&B music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.
May 08, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 08, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 8th and May 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- T.I. - What You Know
- Mary J. Blige - Be Without You
- Yung Joc - It's Goin' Down
- Shawnna - Gettin' Some
- Kirk Franklin - Looking For You
May 08, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 08, 2006 was Lo Que Son Las Cosas by Anais, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.
May 08, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 08, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 8th and May 14th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Anais - Lo Que Son Las Cosas
- Shakira Featuring Wyclef Jean - Hips Don't Lie
- Tito "El Bambino" El Patron - Caile
- RKM & Ken-Y - Down
- Daddy Yankee - Machucando
May 08, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 08, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Shooter
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Antoine Fuqua
Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Michael Peña, Rhona Mitra, Danny Glover
Country: United States of America
Fracture
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Gregory Hoblit
Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Ryan Gosling, David Strathairn, Rosamund Pike
Country: United States of America
Bridge to Terabithia
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Gabor Csupo
Starring: Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Zooey Deschanel, Robert Patrick
Country: United States of America
The Kingdom
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Peter Berg
Starring: Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman
Country: United States of America
Hairspray
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Adam Shankman
Starring: John Travolta, Queen Latifah, Nikki Blonsky, Michelle Pfeiffer
Country: United States of America
May 08, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 08, 2006 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
High Hopes
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Joe Eckardt
Sable noir
Release year: 2006
Conviction
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Tony Goldwyn
Tierra de Pasiones
Release year: 2006
Directed by: José Benavides Jr
Lotte
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Julius Schultheiß
May 08, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 08, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Manhunt
By: James L. Swanson
The greatest manhunt in American History was launched by the murder of Abraham Lincoln. John Wilkes Booth was the Union's assassin and led detectives from April 14 through April 26, 1865.
The Political Zoo
By: Michael Savage
Ladies and gentlemen, we are the national zoo! Aristotle stated, "Man is an animal of politics." Michael Savage, talk radio sensation and New York Times bestseller, is afraid.
Freakonomics
By: Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner
What is more dangerous: a gun, or a swimming-pool? What does sumo wrestlers and schoolteachers have in common What does it really matter how much parents are important? These are not the typical questions an economist would ask.
Dark Harbor
By: Stuart Woods
Dark Harbor, Stuart Woods's latest bestseller, is a perfect blend of fast suspense and sexy intrigue that has won him countless fans over the years.
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May 08, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 08, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Battlefield 2142
Blazing Angels: Squadrons of WWII
Another Century's Episode 2
C-evo
Just Cause
May 08, 2006: What was the lunar phase on that day?
Lunar phase
The lunar phase on May 08, 2006 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 08, 2006 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 08, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 85% full, rising at 03:35 pm and setting at 03:55 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 13, 2006 while the next full moon would come on May 13, 2006.
Who was the US President on May 08, 2006?
On May 08, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 08, 2006?
On May 08, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 08, 2006?
On May 08, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about May 8th?
May 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th 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 8th, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 Lahore Bombing: At least 11 people are killed in a blast near the Data Darbar Sufi shrine, Lahore (Pakistan), which is located at the 11th century. Half of these were police officers.
- 2018 - Colombian conflict: The Colombian war crimes tribunal begins investigating atrocities committed during the 1960s war.
- 2017 - Spirit Airlines cancels 11 flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and delays 30 others due to a dispute with its pilots. (As talks take place between the airline's union, Air Line Pilots Association International). Three people are taken into custody after protests broke out.
What happened in 2006?
2006 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Sydney, Australia experiences the hottest New Year's Day ever recorded. The temperature reached 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit), sparking bushfires, and power outages.
- A coal mine explosion in Sago, West Virginia kills 12 miners and leaves one in critical condition.
- In the Sago Mine Disaster, near Buckhannon West Virginia, USA, twelve dead coal miners were found along with one survivor.
What was the calendar for May 2006?
May 2006 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.
