What happened on Thursday May 16, 2013?

Here's what happened on May 16, 2013:

• Breakthrough in Stem Cell Research Scientists successfully cloned human stem cells, a significant milestone in medical research with potential implications for regenerative medicine.
• Bill Gates Reclaims Title of World's Richest Person Bill Gates regained his position as the world's richest person with an estimated fortune of $72.7 billion, a status he had not held since 2007.
• Suicide Bombing in Kabul, Afghanistan A suicide bomber from Hizb-i-Islami, a Taliban affiliate, targeted a convoy of foreign troops in Kabul, killing at least 15 people and injuring 40 more during the ongoing Afghanistan War.
• Violent Day in Baghdad, Iraq Seventeen people were killed in Baghdad by car bombs and gunmen in a series of coordinated attacks, highlighting ongoing insurgency in Iraq after U.S. withdrawal.
• David Beckham Announces Retirement Legendary footballer David Beckham announced his retirement from professional soccer, just days after winning the Ligue 1 title with Paris Saint-Germain.
• Security Personnel Abducted in Sinai Peninsula Six security personnel were kidnapped by suspected militants in Egypt's volatile Sinai Peninsula, underscoring ongoing regional security challenges.
• Pope Francis Calls for Ethical Financial Reform Pope Francis urged global financial reform, criticizing financial speculation and calling for more ethical economic practices.
• Military Curfew in Adamawa State, Nigeria The Nigerian military imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in Adamawa State, likely in response to ongoing Sharia-related conflicts and security concerns.
• Final Episode of The Office (US) After nine successful seasons, the American version of The Office aired its final episode on NBC, marking the end of a popular comedy series.

Events in 2013

May 16, 2013: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from May. 16, 2013

May 16, 2013: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 16, 2013:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $90.80
• Apple AAPL: opens at $423.24
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $33.64
• General Electric GE: opens at $23.10
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $204.00

Exchange Rates on May 16, 2013:

• 1 USD = 102.22 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.0184 CAD
• 1 USD = 0.9643 CHF
• 1 USD = 6.149 CNY
• 1 EUR = 131.69 JPY

May 16, 2013 was a Thursday and it was the 136th day of the year 2013 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 16, 2013 can also be written as 5/16/2013 in the US and as 16/5/2013 in UK and Europe.

May 16, 2013 in May 2013 calendar

Famous people died on May 16, 2013:

• Heinrich Rohrer

  Swiss physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1933).

• Dick Trickle

  Legendary NASCAR driver known for his unique name and successful racing career in stock car racing.

• Angelo Errichetti

  American politician (b. 1928).

Famous people who died in 2013

Famous people who died on May 16th

May 16, 2013: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 16, 2013 was Can't Hold Us by Macklemore, according to the music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.

1. Macklemore - Can't Hold Us
2. P!nk - Just Give Me A Reason
3. Justin Timberlake - Mirrors
4. Rihanna - Stay
5. Bruno Mars - When I Was Your Man

May 16, 2013: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 16, 2013 was Can't Hold Us by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Ray Dalton, according to the music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.

1. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Ray Dalton - Can't Hold Us
2. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanz - Thrift Shop
3. Drake - Started From The Bottom
4. Justin Timberlake Featuring JAY Z - Suit & Tie
5. J. Cole Featuring Miguel - Power Trip

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 16th 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 16, 2013: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 16, 2013 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 16, 2013 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 16, 2013 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 16, 2013 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 11:08 am and setting at 12:59 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 25, 2013 while the next full moon would come on May 25, 2013.

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Your place in the Universe on May 16, 2013

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Someone born on May 16, 2013 is:

11 years 11 months old,

or 143 months and 28 days old,

or 625 weeks and 6 days old,

or 4381 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 16, 2013?

There are 2 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 16th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 16, 2013?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on May 16, 2013.

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