Tuesday May 15, 2012: on this day

May 15, 2012 was the 136th day of the year 2012, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is May 15, 2012 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, 2012, who was born and died on May 15, 2012, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 15, 2012, which were the most popular songs (ex. Somebody That I Used To Know by Gotye), movies (e.g. Moneyball, directed by Bennett Miller), TV series (e.g. Satyamev Jayate) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 15th, 2012 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 15, 2012?


May 15, 2012 was a Tuesday and it was the 136th day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 15, 2012 can also be written as 5/15/2012 in the US and as 15/5/2012 in UK and Europe.

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May 15, 2012: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 15, 2012:

  • Syrian uprising: twenty civilians were killed in idlib, a province in syria. security forces opened fire on a funeral procession.
  • A yemeni government offensive to retake zinjibar, jaar from islamist militants has claimed the lives of at least 44 people. three soldiers and at most 11 civilians are among the casualties.
  • Carlos fuentes, a mexican author, has died in mexico at the age of 83.
  • Due to the relatively high economic growth in germany, the combined economy of 17 eurozone countries narrowly avoids a recession. the eurozone's overall growth was zero during the first quarter 2012.
  • Wal-mart, an american multinational retail company, is attacked by a rattlesnake at its clarkston, washington store.
  • Outside the oslo courthouse, where anders behring breivik, a mass murderer, is being tried for the norway attacks of 2011, a man sets himself ablaze.
  • Taruni sachdev, an indian child actress, and her mother were among those killed in the plane crash that occurred in northern nepal yesterday. the accident claimed 15 lives.
  • On the 64th anniversary of the nakba (the palestinian exodus from palestine's mandate) thousands of palestinians will demonstrate in memory of the 1948 israeli declaration of independence. several clashes result in minor injuries to israeli police officers and demonstrators.
  • The united states and colombia sign a free trade agreement.
  • Rebekah brooks (ex-chief executive of news international) and charlie brooks were charged with perverting justice in connection to the alleged destruction evidence related to the news international phone hacking scam.
  • Majid jamali fashi, who was convicted of the murder of masoud alimohammadi (iran quantum field theorist, elementary-particles physicist) is being executed.
  • A mother kills her children, then commits suicide in port st. john florida.
  • Francois hollande is installed as the 24th president france. hollande appoints jean-marc ayrault his prime minister.
  • After major political parties' failure to form a coalition government, greece, which is in crisis, has to hold new general election.
  • The united states has announced a national plan for developing an effective treatment for alzheimer’s disease by 2025.
  • Botswana's senior players in football end a strike despite not receiving their bonuses from the africa cup of nations.
  • Manchester united apologizes to carlos tevez for his open-top bus display with a placard that read "rip fergie"
  • Fernando londono, the former interior minister of colombia, is killed in a bombing attack in bogota. a police officer and his driver are also killed in the attack.
  • American scientists develop a device which uses genetically-engineered viruses to generate electricity. this invention could lead to ubiquitous piezoelectric microgenerators that harvest energy from everyday vibrations like closing doors.

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May 15, 2012: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 15, 2012:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $82.00
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $561.45
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $30.64
  • General Electric GE: opens at $18.55
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $199.44

Exchange Rates on May 15, 2012:

  • 1 USD = 80.22 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0065 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.9431 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.3182 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 102.16 JPY

May 15, 2012: What were the main match results that day?

Serie B - Football (Italy)

  • Pescara - Livorno : 0 - 2
  • Torino - Sassuolo : 3 - 0
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May 15, 2012: 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, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 15, 2012 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

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Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on May 15th, 2012 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 15, 2012: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 15, 2012 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 15, 2012 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, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 14% full, rising at 02:40 am and setting at 04:19 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 06, 2012 while the next full moon would come on Jun 04, 2012.

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Who was born on May 15, 2012?


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, 2012: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 11 years 10 months old,

or 142 months and 14 days old,

or 619 weeks and 3 days old,

or 4336 days old,

if you were born on May 15, 2012.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 15, 2012?

There are 47 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, 2012?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 15, 2012.

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May 15, 2012: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 15, 2012:

  • Landrum Kelly

    Pioneer in computer science and artificial intelligence.

  • Elvan Berkin

    Renowned Turkish poet known for her lyrical works.

  • Carols Fuentes

    Renowned Mexican author known for his novels and essays.

  • Amadeus Giorgi

    Amadeus Giorgi was a talented painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Miki Hayama

    Renowned Japanese painter known for her abstract art.

  • Arno Lustiger

    German historian and author (b. 1924).

  • Zakaria Mohieddin

    Egyptian soldier and politician, 33rd prime minister of egypt (b. 1918).

  • Jean Craighead George
  • José María Macarulla
  • Ed Siudut
  • Dominique Rolin
  • Jorge Lucey
  • Zakariyya Muhyi al-Din
  • Henry Denker

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.

  • Tyrone Guthrie
    Tyrone Guthrie

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

  • 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.

  • Chaselyn Dickinson

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

  • Emily Dickinson

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

  • Kazimir Malevich

    Renowned Russian avant-garde artist known for founding the Suprematist movement.

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May 15, 2012: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 15, 2012:

  • 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, 2012:

  • 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, 2012: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 15, 2012 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 14th and May 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 15, 2012: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 15, 2012 was Somebody That I Used To Know by Gotye, according to the music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.

May 15, 2012: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 15, 2012 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 14th and May 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Somebody That I Used To Know
  2. - We Are Young
  3. - Payphone
  4. - Call Me Maybe
  5. - Wild Ones

May 15, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 15, 2012 was Climax by Usher, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.

May 15, 2012: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 15, 2012 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 14th and May 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Climax
  2. - Birthday Cake
  3. - Leave You Alone
  4. - UP!
  5. - Drank In My Cup

May 15, 2012: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 15, 2012 was Ai Se Eu Te Pego by Michel Telo, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.

May 15, 2012: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 15, 2012 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 14th and May 20th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Ai Se Eu Te Pego
  2. - Bailando Por El Mundo
  3. - Intentalo
  4. - Dutty Love
  5. - Llamada de Mi Ex

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May 15, 2012: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 15, 2012 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Moneyball

Moneyball

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Bennett Miller

Starring: Brad Pitt, Robin Wright, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman

Country: United States of America

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Brad Bird

Starring: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, Paula Patton

Country: United States of America

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

Release year: 2012

Directed by: John Madden

Starring: Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Maggie Smith, Tom Wilkinson

Country: United States of America

Killer Joe

Killer Joe

Release year: 2012

Directed by: William Friedkin

Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Emile Hirsch, Juno Temple, Thomas Haden Church

Country: United States of America

J. Edgar

J. Edgar

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Clint Eastwood

Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Armie Hammer, Naomi Watts, Josh Hamilton

Country: United States of America

May 15, 2012: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 15, 2012 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Satyamev Jayate

Satyamev Jayate

Release year: 2012

Starring: Aamir Khan

Country: India

Any Day Now

Any Day Now

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Travis Fine

The Lizzie Bennet Diaries

The Lizzie Bennet Diaries

Release year: 2012

Starring: Ashley Clements

Country: United States of America

The Client List

The Client List

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Eric Laneuville

Die Chefin

Die Chefin

Release year: 2012

May 15, 2012: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 15, 2012 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Guilty Wives by James Patterson and David Ellis

Guilty Wives

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No husbands allowed. Abbie Elliot, her three best friends, stepped off a private helicopter to enter the most luxurious, sumptuous and sensually indulgent hotel they've ever experienced.

The Lost Years by Mary Higgins Clark

The Lost Years

By:

The latest suspense thriller from Mary Higgins Clark #1 New York Times Bestseller and Queen of Suspense Mary Higgins Clark is now available in mass market. It tells the story of a Biblical scholar who is murdered after discovering the …

Imagine by Jonah Lehrer

Imagine

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The author had fabricated several parts and the book was pulled off shelves. ISBN number is 9780547386072.

The Passage Of Power by Robert A. Caro

The Passage Of Power

By:

WINNER OF THE NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD, THE LOS ANGELES TIMES BOOK PRIZE, THE MARK LYNTON HISTORY PRIZE, THE NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY AMERICAN HISTORY BOOK PRIZE ONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES TEN

Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins

Catching Fire

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Suzanne Collins continues the incredible story of Katniss everdeen in Suzanne Collins' phenomenal Hunger Games trilogy. Katniss has won the annual Hunger Games along with Peeta Mellark, a district tribute.

May 15, 2012: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 15, 2012 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Endgame: Syria

Endgame: Syria

Platform: HTML5, Android

Genre: Trading card game newsgame

Air Mail

Air Mail

Platform: iOS

DoDonPachi SaiDaiOuJou

DoDonPachi SaiDaiOuJou

Platform: Arcade, Xbox 360

Genre: Bullet Hell

Publisher: Cave

District 187: Sin Streets

District 187: Sin Streets

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: First-person shooter

Etrian Odyssey IV: Legends of the Titan

Etrian Odyssey IV: Legends of the Titan

Platform: Nintendo 3DS

Genre: Role-playing

Publisher: EU NIS America

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Who was the US President on May 15, 2012?

On May 15, 2012 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 15, 2012?

On May 15, 2012 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 15, 2012?

On May 15, 2012 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.

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What happened in 2012?

2012 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Arab Spring
  • The Arab Inter-parliamentary Union is an advisory body to Arab League and calls for the removal its monitors in Syria. They claim that they inadvertently help the government cover-up ongoing violence.
  • Syrian opposition groups claim that more than 5,800 people were killed in violence during 2011.

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What was the calendar for May 2012?

May 2012 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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