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May 10, 2006 was the 130th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is May 10, 2006 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 10, 2006, who was born and died on May 10, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 10, 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) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 10th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 10, 2006?
- May 10, 2006: What happened on that day?
- May 10, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 10, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 10, 2006?
- May 10, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 10, 2006: What famous people died on that day?
- May 10, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 10, 2006: Number 1 song on that day
- May 10, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 10, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 10, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 10, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 10, 2006?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 10, 2006?
- Who was the Pope on May 10, 2006?
What day of the week was May 10, 2006?
May 10, 2006 was a Wednesday and it was the 130th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 10, 2006 can also be written as 5/10/2006 in the US and as 10/5/2006 in UK and Europe.
May 10, 2006: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 10, 2006:
- China has declassified its diplomatic files, including records from the sino-soviet split, between 1956 and 1960.
- Federal open market committee, the united states' central bank, determines a 25-basis point increase in the federal funds rates to 5.00%.
May 10, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on May 10, 2006:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $63.50
- Apple AAPL: opens at $71.29
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $23.67
- General Electric GE: opens at $34.94
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $82.90
Exchange Rates on May 10, 2006:
- 1 USD = 110.51 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.1012 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.2185 CHF
- 1 USD = 8.0033 CNY
- 1 EUR = 141.26 JPY
May 10, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 10th 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 10, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 10, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 10th, 2006 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 10, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 10, 2006 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 10, 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 10, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 05:38 pm and setting at 04:35 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 13, 2006 while the next full moon would come on May 13, 2006.
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Who was born on May 10, 2006?
Famous people born on May 10, 2006:
- Aidan Xiong
Aidan xiong is a young dancer known for his impressive skills and performances in various dance competitions and events.
Whose famous birthday is on May 10th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 10th:
![Atul Kulkarni]()
Atul KulkarniAn Indian actor who has appeared in numerous Bollywood and Marathi films, as well as television shows.
![Sid Vicious]()
Sid ViciousBritish punk rocker, with the "sex pistols" band.
![Marie-France Pisier]()
Marie-France PisierFrench actress and director, born in vietnam to her father.
![Marina Vlady]()
Marina VladyFrench actress and blond international star.
![Wayne Dyer]()
Wayne DyerAmerican motivational speaker and author of self-help.
![Kenan Thompson]()
Kenan ThompsonKenan thompson is an american actor best known for his work on the sketch comedy show saturday night live.
![Emmanuelle Devos]()
Emmanuelle DevosFrench actress, the daughter of marie henriau.
![Rick Santorum]()
Rick SantorumAmerican republican party politician.
![Ettore Scola]()
Ettore ScolaItalian director of film and tv.
May 10, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 17 years 11 months old,
or 215 months and 15 days old,
or 937 weeks and 1 day old,
or 6560 days old,
if you were born on May 10, 2006.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 10, 2006?
There are 15 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 10th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 10, 2006?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 10, 2006.
May 10, 2006: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 10, 2006:
- Farin Soraya
Colombian-American singer known for her pop and Latin music.
- Abe Rosenthal
Former executive editor of The New York Times.
- Soraya
Colombian-american singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer (d. 2006).
- Raizo Matsuno
Japanese politician (born 1917).
- Val Guest
- Aleksandr Zinov'ev
- Milvio Capovani
What famous deaths happened on May 10th?
Famous deaths on May 10th:
![Joan Crawford]()
Joan CrawfordJoan crawford was an american actress known for her roles in classic hollywood films such as 'mildred pierce' and 'whatever happened to baby...
![Susan Oliver]()
Susan OliverAmerican actress, one the most well-known faces on tv.
![Sylvia Syms]()
Sylvia SymsAmerican jazz singer (born 1917).
![Carol Haney]()
Carol HaneyPantomime quiz: dancer dies at 35.
![Deborah Walley]()
Deborah WalleyBridgeport, connecticut -- actress (mothers in law, beach blanket).
- Paul Revere
American silversmith and patriot who alerted the colonial militia to the approach of British forces before the battles of Lexington and...
- Lieutenant General Thomas J. Jackson
Renowned Confederate general during the American Civil War, nicknamed 'Stonewall' for his steadfast leadership.
- Bassheva Rabinovitch
Pioneering physicist who made significant advancements in quantum mechanics.
- Mihailo Obrenović
Ruler of Serbia known for modernizing the country.
- Lucion Benedict
British physicist known for his research in quantum mechanics.
May 10, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 10, 2006:
- Buddha's Birthday in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and South Korea.
- The first possible day on which Pentecost may fall.
- Akshaya Tritya in Hinduism.
- Astronomy Day in the United States.
- Birds' and Trees' Day in Hungary
- Memorial Day of Blessed Damien of Moloka'i
- Celebration of the Clandestine Retreat of Ma'at and Ra in Ancient Egypt.
- Constitution Day in the Federated States of Micronesia.
- Inauguration Day in South Africa.
- Mania (mythology) in Ancient Rome.
Observances on May 10, 2006:
- International Day of Argania
Saints celebrated on May 10, 2006:
- Saint Gordianus
- Saint Isidore the Laborer
- Saint John of Avila
- Saint Job
- Saint Quaratus and Quintus
- Saint Peter Van
- Saint William of Pontoise
- Saint Francis of Assisi
- Saint Solange
- Saint Epimachus
May 10, 2006: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 10, 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 10, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 10, 2006 was SOS by Rihanna, according to the music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.
May 10, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 10, 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 10, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 10, 2006 was Crazy by Gnarls Barkley, according to the music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.
May 10, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 10, 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 10, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 10, 2006 was What You Know by T.I., according to the R&B music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.
May 10, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 10, 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 10, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 10, 2006 was Lo Que Son Las Cosas by Anais, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.
May 10, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 10, 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 10, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 10, 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 10, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 10, 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 10, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 10, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Susannah'S Garden
By: Debbie Macomber
It was the year that changed everything. Susannah Nelson, turning eighteen, said goodbye to Jake, her boyfriend. He would never see her again.
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.
American Theocracy
By: Kevin Phillips
An ex-Republican strategist and political commentator, he evaluates the political climate today and the inherent dangers presented by factors such as global overreach, religious fundamentalism and ballooning debt. His account draws from historical examples and makes cautionary predictions about America’s …
Elements Of Style
By: Wendy Wasserstein
Elements of Style is Wendy Wasserstein's first novel and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright. It's a hilarious comedy about New York's high society after 9/11.
May 10, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 10, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Crazy Frog Racer 2
Quickspot
Caesar IV
American Dragon: Jake Long – Attack of the Dark Dragon
Call of Juarez
Who was the US President on May 10, 2006?
On May 10, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 10, 2006?
On May 10, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 10, 2006?
On May 10, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about May 10th?
May 10th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 10th 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 10th, such as:
- 2019 - Insurgency within the maghreb (2002 to present): four hostages held in northern burkina faso are freed by french naval commandos. two french commandos were killed in the rescue operation. two frenchmen, who were kidnapped in benin may 1, and two women, one american and one south korean, were among those released.
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. the hamas-run ministry of health reports that 2,064 unarmed protesters were killed by live gunshots and 1,094 died from gas suffocation. [http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2018-05/11/c_137172334.htm (xinhuanet)senior hamas member yehiyeh sinwar suggests that tens of thousands of palestinian protestors may try to cross the border fence between israel and the gaza strip.
- 2017 - Pope francis will canonize two children who saw fatima from visions.
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.
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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.
