Monday May 15, 2006: on this day

May 15, 2006 was the 135th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.

Is May 15, 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 15, 2006, who was born and died on May 15, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 15, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. SOS by Rihanna), movies (e.g. Pan's Labyrinth, directed by Guillermo del Toro), TV series (e.g. Orange Roughies) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 15th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 15, 2006?


May 15, 2006 was a Monday and it was the 135th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 15, 2006 can also be written as 5/15/2006 in the US and as 15/5/2006 in UK and Europe.

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May 15, 2006: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 15, 2006:

  • United states president george w. bush delivers a speech proposing major reforms in immigration.
  • According to the indonesian national news agency, mount merapi is about to erupt.
  • The united states state department announced that it would re-establish diplomatic relations with libya and remove libya from its list of countries that support terrorism.
  • After his may 10th election, giorgio napolitano was sworn in as president and chief executive of the italian republic.
  • Makoto koga is a former secretary general of the liberal democratic party of japan. he proposes that yasukuni shrine create a separate shrine to honor the 14 class a war criminals who are enshrined there.
  • Makoto koga is a former secretary general of the liberal democratic party of japan. he proposes yasukuni shrine create a separate shrine to honor the 14 class a war criminals who are enshrined in the shrine. (asahi shinbun) junichiro koga is set to be the first japanese prime minister to address a joint session in june of the u.s. congress.

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May 15, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 15, 2006:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $61.51
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $67.37
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $23.10
  • General Electric GE: opens at $34.10
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $81.80

Exchange Rates on May 15, 2006:

  • 1 USD = 110.47 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.1127 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2116 CHF
  • 1 USD = 8.0055 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 141.34 JPY
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May 15, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 15th 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 15, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 15, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on May 15th, 2006 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 15, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on May 15, 2006 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 15, 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 15, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 88% full, rising at 10:09 pm and setting at 07:50 am.

The previous full moon was on May 13, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Jun 11, 2006.

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Who was born on May 15, 2006?


Famous people born on May 15, 2006:

  • David Muñoz Rodríguez

Whose famous birthday is on May 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 15th:

  • Madhuri Dixit
    Madhuri Dixit

    Madhuri dixit is an indian actress known for her iconic performances in bollywood films such as dil to pagal hai, devdas, and hum aapke hain...

  • L. Frank Baum
    L. Frank Baum

    L.

  • Andy Murray
    Andy Murray

    Scottish professional tennis player, ranked no.

  • James Mason
    James Mason

    England, united kingdom -- actor.

  • Ayub Khan
    Ayub Khan

    Ayub khan was a pakistani statesman who served as the second president of pakistan, known for his military dictatorship and economic...

  • Jamie-Lynn Sigler
    Jamie-Lynn Sigler

    Jamie-lynn sigler is an american actress and singer best known for her role as meadow soprano on the television series the sopranos.

  • Madeleine Albright
    Madeleine Albright

    Czech-american political scientist, government employee, and the first woman to be named secretary of state in december 1996.

  • Ursula Thiess
    Ursula Thiess

    German actress who has been seen onscreen since 1953, in leading roles in mainly german films.

  • Chazz Palminteri
    Chazz Palminteri

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Joseph Cotten
    Joseph Cotten

    American actor on the radio, film and stage.

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May 15, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 17 years 11 months old,

or 215 months and 4 days old,

or 935 weeks and 4 days old,

or 6549 days old,

if you were born on May 15, 2006.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 15, 2006?

There are 26 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 15th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 15, 2006?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 15, 2006.

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May 15, 2006: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 15, 2006:

  • Oiva Kokko

    Finnish politician known for his advocacy for environmental protection.

  • Nel Cyganowski

    Nel Cyganowski was a renowned painter known for her abstract art.

  • JT LeRoy

    Pseudonymous American writer known for the novel 'Sarah'.

  • Furman Babb

    Furman Babb was an American author known for his works in the mystery genre.

  • Saad Al-Salim

    Renowned astronomer known for his contributions to the study of celestial bodies.

  • Belton Cobb

    American author known for his works on African American history and culture.

  • Nizar Abdul Zahra

    Iraqi footballer (b. 1961).

  • George Crile III
  • Giancarlo Matteotti
  • Cheikha Rimitti

What famous deaths happened on May 15th?

Famous deaths on May 15th:

  • Bekim Fehmiu
    Bekim Fehmiu

    Bekim Fehmiu was a renowned Yugoslav actor and entrepreneur who founded several successful businesses.

  • June Carter Cash
    June Carter Cash

    American singer and musician (born 1929).

  • Fred Willard
    Fred Willard

    Fred willard is an american comedian known for his roles in comedic films and tv shows, including 'anchorman' and 'best in show'.

  • Gilbert Roland
    Gilbert Roland

    Mexican-american actor armand in camille, who was born 1905, dies.

  • Wynne Gibson
    Wynne Gibson

    Actor (night after night, aggie appleby).

  • Andrew Duggan
    Andrew Duggan

    Actor (jigsaw firehouse), is diagnosed with cancer at the age of 64.

  • Tyrone Guthrie
    Tyrone Guthrie

    British producer, director, and writer (born 1900).

  • Chaselyn Dickinson

    Chaselyn Dickinson was a highly influential American poet of the 19th century, known for her unique and innovative poetic style that...

  • Adalei Dickinson

    Adalei Dickinson was a pioneering American poet known for her innovative and introspective style.

  • Emily Dickinson

    American poet, widely regarded as the greatest female poet of english.

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May 15, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 15, 2006:

  • Paraguay - Independence Day. Celebrations for the anniversary of the independence begin on Flag Day, 14 May.
  • Nakba Day in Palestinian communities.
  • Roman Empire - Mercuralia in honor of Mercury held.
  • International day of climate changes.
  • International conscientious objectors' day.
  • Buddha's Birthday in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau and South Korea (2005).
  • United States - Peace Officers Memorial Day.
  • International day of families.
  • Teacher's Day in Mexico (Dfa del Maestro) and South Korea (??? ?).
  • Slovenia - Day of Slovenian armed forces.

Saints celebrated on May 15, 2006:

  • Saint Dymphna
  • Saint Achillius
  • Saint Gerebern
  • Saint Isidore the Labourer
  • Saint Jean-Baptiste de la Salle
  • Saint Reticius
  • Saint Denise
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May 15, 2006: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 15, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 15th and May 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 15, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 15, 2006 was SOS by Rihanna, according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.

May 15, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 15, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - SOS youtube
  2. - Bad Day youtube
  3. - Temperature youtube
  4. - Ridin'
  5. - Where'd You Go

May 15, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 15, 2006 was Crazy by Gnarls Barkley, according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.

May 15, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 15, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Crazy
  2. - From Paris To Berlin
  3. - Control Myself
  4. - Dani California

May 15, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 15, 2006 was What You Know by T.I., according to the R&B music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.

May 15, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 15, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - What You Know
  2. - Enough Cryin
  3. - It's Goin' Down
  4. - When You're Mad
  5. - Gimme That

May 15, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 15, 2006 was Lo Que Son Las Cosas by Anais, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.

May 15, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 15, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Lo Que Son Las Cosas
  2. - Hips Don't Lie
  3. - Down
  4. - Caile
  5. - Machucando

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May 15, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 15, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Pan's Labyrinth

Pan's Labyrinth

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Guillermo del Toro

Starring: Ivana Baquero, Ariadna Gil, Sergi López, Maribel Verdú

Country: United States of America

Clerks II

Clerks II

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Kevin Smith

Starring: Brian O'Halloran, Jeff Anderson, Rosario Dawson, Jason Mewes

Country: United States of America

Shooter

Shooter

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Antoine Fuqua

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Michael Peña, Rhona Mitra, Danny Glover

Country: United States of America

Fracture

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

Bridge to Terabithia

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Gabor Csupo

Starring: Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Zooey Deschanel, Robert Patrick

Country: United States of America

May 15, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 15, 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:

Orange Roughies

Orange Roughies

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Chris Bailey

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Release year: 2006

High Hopes

High Hopes

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Joe Eckardt

Sable noir

Sable noir

Release year: 2006

Conviction

Conviction

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Tony Goldwyn

May 15, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 15, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Full Of Grace by Dorothea Benton Frank

Full Of Grace

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The Russo family had to move from New Jersey, New Jersey, to Hilton Head, South Carolina. It was difficult enough for Big Al and Connie. But it was even more difficult for Maria Graziella, their daughter.

Susannah'S Garden by Debbie Macomber

Susannah'S Garden

By:

It was the year that changed everything. Susannah Nelson, turning eighteen, said goodbye to Jake, her boyfriend. He would never see her again.

Mayflower by Nathaniel Philbrick

Mayflower

By:

"Vivid, remarkably fresh...Philbrick recasts the Pilgrims to the ages." The New York Times Book ReviewFinalist in the Pulitzer Prize for HistoryNew York Times Book Review Top Ten Books of the YearHow did America start? This simple question leads the author …

Velocity by Dean Koontz

Velocity

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER You should not take this note to police. . . I will kill a beautiful blonde schoolteacher. . .

I Say A Little Prayer by E. Lynn Harris

I Say A Little Prayer

By:

USA Today, Washington Post, New York Times BestsellerChauncey Grier, the suave, successful owner of Cute Boy Greeting Card Company never fails to attract the attention of men just like her.

May 15, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 15, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Blade Dancer: Lineage of Light

Blade Dancer: Lineage of Light

Platform: PlayStation Portable

Genre: Role-playing video game

Publisher: JP SCEI; NA NIS America; EU Ignition Entertainment

bit Generations

bit Generations

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Action, puzzle

Publisher: Nintendo

Dead or Alive Xtreme 2

Dead or Alive Xtreme 2

Platform: Xbox 360

Genre: Sports, casino

Publisher: Tecmo

TOCA Race Driver 3

TOCA Race Driver 3

Platform: Mac, PlayStation 2, PlayStation Portable, Xbox, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Codemasters Feral Interactive (Mac)

Tetris DS

Tetris DS

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Nintendo

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Who was the US President on May 15, 2006?

On May 15, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 15, 2006?

On May 15, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 15, 2006?

On May 15, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about May 15th?

May 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th 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 15th, such as:

  • 2019 - In an ambush close to the malian border, at least 17 niger armed forces soldiers were killed by militants. six more soldiers have been evacuated to hospital, while 11 others are still missing. none of the groups has claimed responsibility.
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. the israeli army reported that around 4,000 palestinians are protesting at five locations near the gaza border. they were throwing molotov cocktails at soldiers and setting fire to cars. two protesters are killed by the israeli army. more than 100 others are injured or injures by live fire and teargas.
  • 2017 - Western digital files an arbitration appeal to stop toshiba memory, its chip-making partner, from selling toshiba memory.

Find out more about May 15th

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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.

Discover how May 2006 calendar looked like.

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