Friday May 15, 2009: on this day

May 15, 2009 was the 135th day of the year 2009, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Friday.

Is May 15, 2009 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, 2009, who was born and died on May 15, 2009, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 15, 2009, which were the most popular songs (ex. Boom Boom Pow by The Black Eyed Peas), movies (e.g. The Hangover, directed by Todd Phillips), TV series (e.g. The Incredible Human Journey) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 15th, 2009 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 15, 2009?


May 15, 2009 was a Friday and it was the 135th day of the year 2009 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 15, 2009 can also be written as 5/15/2009 in the US and as 15/5/2009 in UK and Europe.

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May 15, 2009: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 15, 2009:

  • Us president barack obama nominated rosa gumataotao rios as the next us treasurer.
  • General motors will close 1,100 american dealerships by october 2010.
  • The united states releases lakhdar bomediene, guantanamo bay naval base's detention centre.
  • Sixty-five indigenous groups declare an insurgency against peru’s government.
  • Shahid malik, the united kingdom's parliamentary sub-secretary for state for justice, resigns
  • The eurozone's 16 nation economies contracted by 2.5% in the first quarter 2009.
  • Three people are killed in a suicide attack in grozny (chechnya), russia.
  • Demonstrators demand that alvaro colom, guatemala's president, be fired.
  • Two air strikes on sudan's territory by chad are being accused by sudan.
  • New banknotes 10 and 20 cordoba are introduced by the central bank of nicaragua
  • Barack obama, the united states president, will resume military tribunals for guantanamo bay detainees.

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May 15, 2009: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 15, 2009:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $69.31
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $122.32
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $20.13
  • General Electric GE: opens at $13.07
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $100.90

Exchange Rates on May 15, 2009:

  • 1 USD = 95.24 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.1773 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.1212 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8245 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 128.47 JPY

May 15, 2009: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Mechelen - Lokeren : 3 - 0

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Amiens - Guingamp : 3 - 3
  • Bastia - Nimes : 0 - 0
  • Brest - Lens : 3 - 1
  • Chateauroux - Clermont : 1 - 0
  • Dijon - Angers : 0 - 2

Serie B - Football (Italy)

  • Pisa - Piacenza : 1 - 3
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May 15, 2009: 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, 2009: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 15, 2009 is Ox and the associated element is Earth.

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May 15, 2009: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 15, 2009 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 15, 2009 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, 2009 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 56% full, rising at 12:51 am and setting at 11:51 am.

The previous full moon was on May 09, 2009 while the next full moon would come on Jun 07, 2009.

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Who was born on May 15, 2009?


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, 2009: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 14 years 11 months old,

or 179 months and 8 days old,

or 779 weeks and 4 days old,

or 5457 days old,

if you were born on May 15, 2009.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 15, 2009?

There are 22 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, 2009?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 15, 2009.

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May 15, 2009: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 15, 2009:

  • Wayman Tisdale

    American smooth jazz bassist and basketball player (d. 2009).

  • Beri Albritten

    Renowned author known for her impactful novels.

  • Grisel Andrade

    Grisel Andrade was a renowned poet known for her impactful verses.

  • Satyam

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.

  • Rito Aldana

    Rito Aldana was a prominent politician known for his contributions to social welfare programs.

  • Graciana López Rivas

    Renowned poet known for her lyrical works.

  • Azalia Martinez

    Azalia Martinez was a prominent civil rights activist in the United States.

  • Bud Tingwell

    Australian actor, director, and producer (b. 1923).

  • Charles 'Bud' Tingwell

    Actor from australia (born in 1923).

  • Edwin S. Shneidman
  • Paul Flora
  • Alan Hackney
  • Susanna Agnelli
  • Piero Ruggeri
  • Carlos Castilla del Pino

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.

  • Andrew Duggan
    Andrew Duggan

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

  • Wynne Gibson
    Wynne Gibson

    Actor (night after night, aggie appleby).

  • 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, 2009: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 15, 2009:

  • 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, 2009:

  • 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, 2009: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 15, 2009 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 11th and May 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 15, 2009: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 15, 2009 was Boom Boom Pow by The Black Eyed Peas, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

May 15, 2009: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 15, 2009 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 11th and May 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Boom Boom Pow youtube
  2. - Blame It
  3. - Poker Face
  4. - Day 'N' Nite
  5. - Sugar

May 15, 2009: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 15, 2009 was Blame It by Jamie Foxx Featuring T-Pain, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

May 15, 2009: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 15, 2009 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 11th and May 17th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Blame It
  2. - Boyfriend #2
  3. - Turn My Swag On
  4. - Rockin' That Thang
  5. - If This Isn't Love

May 15, 2009: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 15, 2009 was El Amor by Tito "El Bambino" El Patron, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

May 15, 2009: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 15, 2009 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 11th and May 17th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - El Amor
  2. - Tu No Eres Para Mi
  3. - Te Presumo
  4. - Aqui Estoy Yo
  5. - Almas Gemelas

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May 15, 2009: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 15, 2009 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Hangover

The Hangover

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Todd Phillips

Starring: Zach Galifianakis, Bradley Cooper, Justin Bartha, Ed Helms

Country: United States of America

Ten Inch Hero

Ten Inch Hero

Release year: 2009

Directed by: David Mackay

Starring: Elisabeth Harnois, Clea DuVall, Sean Patrick Flanery, Jensen Ackles

Country: United States of America

P.S. I Love You

P.S. I Love You

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Richard LaGravenese

Starring: Hilary Swank, Gerard Butler, Harry Connick Jr., Lisa Kudrow

Country: United States of America

The Wackness

The Wackness

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Jonathan Levine

Starring: Josh Peck, Ben Kingsley, Olivia Thirlby, Famke Janssen

Country: United States of America

Eden Lake

Eden Lake

Release year: 2009

Directed by: James Watkins

Starring: Kelly Reilly, Michael Fassbender, Tara Ellis, Jack O'Connell

Country: United States of America

May 15, 2009: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 15, 2009 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Incredible Human Journey

The Incredible Human Journey

Release year: 2009

Little Krishna

Little Krishna

Release year: 2009

Out of the Wild: The Alaska Experiment

Out of the Wild: The Alaska Experiment

Release year: 2009

Kröd Mändoon and the Flaming Sword of Fire

Kröd Mändoon and the Flaming Sword of Fire

Release year: 2009

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Diplomatic Immunity

Diplomatic Immunity

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Peter Maris

May 15, 2009: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 15, 2009 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Guernsey Literary And Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows

The Guernsey Literary And Potato Peel Pie Society

By:

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "I wonder how the book got from Guernsey to New York Times Best Sellers" Maybe there's a secret homing instinct that connects books with their perfect readers.

New Moon by Stephenie Meyer

New Moon

By:

Twilight has captivated millions of readers and they are eager to read more. Stephenie Meyer's New Moon is another captivating combination of romance, suspense, and a supernatural twist.

The Language Of Bees by Laurie R. King

The Language Of Bees

By:

BONUS: This issue contains an excerpt from Laurie R. King’s The God of the Hive, Pirate King. Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes return to the Sussex coast following the death of their husband.

House Of Cards by William D. Cohan

House Of Cards

By:

This is a frank account of the greed and negligence that led to Wall Street's collapse and the financial crisis in the United States.

Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell

Outliers

By:

Malcolm Gladwell's new book is a stunning intellectual journey through the world "outliers", the best and brightest, most famous, and most successful.

May 15, 2009: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 15, 2009 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Battleswarm: Field of Honor

Battleswarm: Field of Honor

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: FPS/RTS

Publisher: Reality Gap

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare: Mobilized

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare: Mobilized

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Activision

Caucasus: Nanatsuki no Nie

Caucasus: Nanatsuki no Nie

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Eroge, visual novel

Publisher: Innocent Grey

Crayon Physics Deluxe

Crayon Physics Deluxe

Platform: Windows, iOS, Mac OS X, Linux, Android

Genre: Video puzzle game

Anno 1404

Anno 1404

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: City-building, business simulation, real-time strategy

Publisher: Ubisoft

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Who was the US President on May 15, 2009?

On May 15, 2009 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 15, 2009?

On May 15, 2009 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 15, 2009?

On May 15, 2009 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 2009?

2009 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • For the first time since 2003, when Saddam Hussein was overthrown by the U.S.-led invasion, the U.S. military in Iraq is under Iraqi control.
  • Claiborne Pell (1961-1997 Rhode Island Democratic Senator) dies of Parkinson's disease at 90.
  • Jett Travolta (16-year-old) is the son of actor John Travolta and dies suddenly from a seizure during a family vacation in the Bahamas.

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What was the calendar for May 2009?

May 2009 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.

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