What happened on Sunday May 15, 2005?

Here's what happened on May 15, 2005:

• US Diplomatic Efforts and Violence in Iraq US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice visited Iraq, urging patience in combating insurgency. The visit was overshadowed by the grim discovery of 34 bodies in Baghdad and Iskandariya, believed to be victims of execution.
• Changes in Israeli Security Leadership and Protests Significant changes occurred in Israel's security apparatus: Avi Dichter concluded his 5-year term as Shin Bet head, with Yuval Diskin elected as his replacement. Simultaneously, right-wing Israeli students initiated a hunger strike to protest the 2004 unilateral disengagement plan.
• Star Wars: Episode III Premiere at Cannes George Lucas's 'Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith' premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, starring Ewan McGregor, Hayden Christensen, and Natalie Portman, marking a significant moment in cinema history.
• Human Rights Concerns in Uzbekistan Tensions escalated in Uzbekistan with the city of Andijan sealed amid ongoing unrest. British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw publicly condemned the situation, stating there had been a "clear violation of human rights" in the country.
• Peace Agreement in Burundi President Domitien Ndayizeye of Burundi and Agathon Rwasa of the National Liberation Forces (NLF) signed a historic peace agreement in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, marking a potential end to prolonged regional conflict.
• Ferry Disaster in Bangladesh A tragic maritime accident occurred when a passenger ferry capsized and sank in strong winds on the Bura Gauranga River in Bangladesh. The incident left over 100 people missing, highlighting the dangerous maritime conditions in the region.
• Peace Negotiations in Côte d'Ivoire A significant step towards peace was taken in Côte d'Ivoire, with the government and rebels agreeing to commence disarmament and form a unified army on June 27, signaling potential resolution to long-standing conflicts.
• Air India Resumes Toronto-India Service After a 20-year hiatus following the tragic Kanishka bombing, Air India resumed its service from Toronto to India, fulfilling a long-standing request from the Indian diaspora in Canada.
• Las Vegas Centennial Celebration Las Vegas celebrated its 100th anniversary with citywide festivities, including the mayor cutting what was claimed to be the world's largest birthday cake, symbolizing the city's remarkable growth and transformation.
• Death of Alan B. Gold, Quebec Superior Court Chief Justice Alan B. Gold, a prominent Chief Justice of the Quebec Superior Court who served during a significant period of Canadian legal history, passed away. Born in 1917, he was a notable figure in the Canadian judicial system.
• Laureus World Sports Awards The prestigious Laureus World Sports Awards were held at Casino Estoril, Portugal, honoring top athletes: Roger Federer as Sportsman, Kelly Holmes as Sportswoman, and the Greece Men's National Football team.
• Passing of Les Bartley, Lacrosse Coach Les Bartley, a respected lacrosse coach who significantly contributed to the sport, died in 2005. Born in 1954, he was known for his leadership and impact on lacrosse coaching.

Events in 2005

May 15, 2005: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from May. 15, 2005

May 15, 2005: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

• Bologna - Brescia : 1 - 2
• Fiorentina - Atalanta : 0 - 0
• Inter - Livorno : 1 - 0
• Juventus - Parma : 2 - 0
• Lecce - Milan : 2 - 2

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Bergen - Mouscron : 0 - 2
• Club Brugge - Anderlecht : 2 - 2
• FC Brussels - Cercle Brugge : 2 - 1
• Genk - Charleroi : 2 - 0
• Germinal - St Truiden : 3 - 1

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• Ahlen - Essen : 3 - 1
• Burghausen - Aachen : 2 - 3
• Cottbus - Ein Frankfurt : 0 - 3
• Duisburg - Karlsruhe : 1 - 4
• Ein Trier - Dresden : 2 - 4

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

• Ath Madrid - Betis : 1 - 2
• Espanol - Valencia : 2 - 2
• Mallorca - Ath Bilbao : 4 - 3
• Numancia - Osasuna : 2 - 2
• Santander - Getafe : 2 - 1

May 15, 2005 was a Sunday and it was the 135th day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 15, 2005 can also be written as 5/15/2005 in the US and as 15/5/2005 in UK and Europe.

May 15, 2005 in May 2005 calendar

Famous people died on May 15, 2005:

• Aulis Kallakorpi

Famous people who died in 2005

Famous people who died on May 15th

May 15, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 15, 2005 was Hollaback Girl by Gwen Stefani, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

1. Gwen Stefani - Hollaback Girl
2. The Game - Hate It Or Love It
3. Ciara - Oh
4. Akon - Lonely
5. 50 Cent - Just A Lil Bit

May 15, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 15, 2005 was Lonely by Akon, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

1. Akon - Lonely
2. Tony Christie featuring Peter Kay - (Is This The Way To) Amarillo
3. Snoop Dogg featuring Charlie Wilson & Justin Timberlake - Signs
4. Gorillaz - Feel Good Inc
5. Bodyrockers - I Like The Way

May 15, 2005: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 15, 2005 was Slow Down by Bobby Valentino, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

1. Bobby Valentino - Slow Down
2. Ciara Featuring Ludacris - Oh
3. 112 Featuring Foxy Brown - U Already Know
4. Fantasia - Truth Is
5. Ying Yang Twins - Wait (The Whisper Song)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 15th is Taurus.

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May 15, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 15, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 15, 2005 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 15, 2005 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 15, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 49% full, rising at 11:31 am and setting at 02:15 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 24, 2005 while the next full moon would come on May 23, 2005.

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Your place in the Universe on May 15, 2005

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Someone born on May 15, 2005 is:

19 years 11 months old,

or 239 months and 28 days old,

or 1043 weeks and 2 days old,

or 7303 days old,

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