What happened on Sunday May 14, 2017?

About May 14th, 2017, in brief:

  • Historical events: A significant global cybersecurity incident occurred with the WannaCry ransomware attack. A researcher discovered a critical kill switch that prevented new infections and provided crucial time for system patches. Cybersecurity experts continued to analyze and develop strategies to mitigate the attack's impact.
  • Day of the week: May 14th, 2017 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
  • #1 US song: That's What I Like by Bruno Mars
  • Popular movie: Hacksaw Ridge directed by Mel Gibson

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May 14, 2017: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 14, 2017:

  • WannaCry Ransomware Global Cyberattack A significant global cybersecurity incident occurred with the WannaCry ransomware attack. A researcher discovered a critical kill switch that prevented new infections and provided crucial time for system patches. Cybersecurity experts continued to analyze and develop strategies to mitigate the attack's impact.
  • Emmanuel Macron Becomes President of France Emmanuel Macron was sworn in as the 25th President of France, marking a significant moment in French political history. His election represented a centrist, pro-European approach that challenged traditional political narratives.
  • North Korea Missile Test North Korea conducted a missile test from Kusong on its west coast. The projectile traveled eastward for 30 minutes, covering 435 miles and reaching an altitude of 1,245 miles before landing in the Sea of Japan, approximately 60 miles south of Vladivostok, Russia. This test heightened regional tensions and drew international scrutiny.
  • Cholera Epidemic in Yemen The International Committee of the Red Cross reported a severe cholera outbreak in Yemen, which began on April 27. The epidemic had already claimed at least 115 lives and infected an additional 8,500 people, highlighting the humanitarian crisis in the region.
  • China's Belt and Road Initiative Summit The Chinese government hosted a two-day summit in Beijing aimed at garnering international support for its ambitious Belt and Road Initiative, a massive infrastructure and economic development strategy spanning multiple continents.
  • Trump Delivers Liberty University Commencement Address President Donald Trump delivered the commencement address at Liberty University, discussing his vision for America and expressing support for the university's values, reflecting his ongoing engagement with conservative educational institutions.

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May 14, 2017: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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May 14, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on May 14, 2017:

  • 1 USD = 0.915 EUR
  • 1 USD = 113.306 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.776 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3534 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3713 CAD

May 14, 2017: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Bologna - Pescara : 3 - 1
  • Cagliari - Empoli : 3 - 2
  • Crotone - Udinese : 1 - 0
  • Inter - Sassuolo : 1 - 2
  • Palermo - Genoa : 1 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Bielefeld - Braunschweig : 6 - 0
  • Erzgebirge Aue - Kaiserslautern : 1 - 0
  • Hannover - Stuttgart : 1 - 0
  • Karlsruhe - Dresden : 3 - 4
  • Munich 1860 - Bochum : 1 - 2

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Alaves - Celta : 3 - 1
  • Ath Bilbao - Leganes : 1 - 1
  • Betis - Ath Madrid : 1 - 1
  • Eibar - Sp Gijon : 0 - 1
  • Las Palmas - Barcelona : 1 - 4

La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)

  • Lugo - UCAM Murcia : 0 - 0
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What day of the week was May 14, 2017?


May 14, 2017 was a Sunday and it was the 134th day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 14, 2017 can also be written as 5/14/2017 in the US and as 14/5/2017 in UK and Europe.

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May 14, 2017: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 14, 2017:

  • Powers Boothe
    Powers Boothe

    Acclaimed American actor known for roles in films like 'Tombstone' and TV series such as 'Deadwood', with a career spanning several decades.

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May 14, 2017: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 14, 2017 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 14, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 14, 2017 was That's What I Like by Bruno Mars, according to the music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.

  1. - That's What I Like youtube
  2. - Shape Of You youtube
  3. - Humble. youtube
  4. - Despacito youtube
  5. - Mask Off youtube

May 14, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 14, 2017 was That's What I Like by Bruno Mars, according to the music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.

  1. - That's What I Like youtube
  2. - Humble. youtube
  3. - Mask Off youtube
  4. - DNA. youtube
  5. - iSpy youtube
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May 14, 2017: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 14th 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 14, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 14, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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May 14, 2017: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 14, 2017 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 14, 2017 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 14, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 81% full, rising at 10:30 pm and setting at 09:18 am.

The previous full moon was on May 10, 2017 while the next full moon would come on Jun 09, 2017.

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How old is someone born on May 14, 2017?


Someone born on May 14, 2017 is:

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