Thursday May 16, 2013: Zodiac, Events, Birthdays and Holidays

US date format: 5/16/2013, UK date format: 16/5/2013

May 16th, 2013 was the 136th day of the year 2013 in the Gregorian calendar, under the sign of Taurus. The day of the week was Thursday.

The number one song in US was Can't Hold Us by Macklemore.

The Internship, directed by Shawn Levy, was one of the most viewed movie released in 2013 while Best Kept Secret by Jeffrey Archer was one of the best selling book.

On TV people were watching Blood Ties. If you liked videogames you were probably playing Dead Effect or Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons.

The US president was Barack Obama (Democrat), the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative), Pope Francis was leading the Catholic Church.

But much more happened that day: find out below.

You can also have a look at May 16 across the years or at May 2013 calendar.

May 16, 2013 Events

What happened on May 16, 2013?

Historical Events

Afghanistan War (2001-present).: Many people die in suicide bombings in Afghanistan. At least 15 are killed in Kabul by a suicide bomber belonging to Hizb-i-Islami. This Taliban affiliate targeted a convoy of foreign troops and injured 40 more.
Two suicide bombings in Afghanistan result in many deaths. At least 15 people were killed in Kabul by a suicide bomber belonging to Hizb-i-Islami. This Taliban affiliate targeted a convoy of foreign troops and injured 40 more.
Insurgency in Iraq (post-U.S. withdraw): Seventeen people are killed by car bombs and gunmen in Baghdad, Iraq.
Seventeen people are killed in Baghdad, Iraq when bombs explode and gunmen attack civilians.
Six security personnel were abducted by suspected militants in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula.
Nigerian Sharia Conflict:: The Nigerian military has imposed a curfew in Adamawa State from dusk until dawn.
In Adamawa State, the Nigerian military has imposed a curfew from dusk until dawn.
After nine seasons, The Office's American version airs its final episode on National Broadcasting Company.
British author Jenny Colgan won the 2013 Romantic Novel of the Year Award with her book Welcome to Rosie Hopkins’ Sweetshop of Dreams.
Auction: Topless painting by actress Bea Arthur sold for US$2 Million
Bill Gates, with an estimated fortune of $72.7 billion, becomes the richest person in the world for the first time since 2007.
Venezuela's government tries to end the shortage of toilet paper.
Three people are killed when a shoe factory in Cambodia collapses.
All 21 passengers were injured when the plane crashed while trying to land on a mountain airstrip near northern Nepal.
Saeed Jalili (Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council of Iran) reiterates Iran's right to peacefully use nuclear energy, but does not intend to seek out nuclear weapons.
The United States has announced new sanctions against the Syrian government.
Pope Francis calls for financial reform worldwide along ethical lines to combat the "tyranny [of] finance speculation".
Two brothers were arrested in connection to the Mother's Day shooting in New Orleans that left 20 people injured.
Rolf Wolff is the president of Stockholm School of Economics. He was accused of promoting a convicted insider trader to a top university position and lying about his academic credentials.
A Canadian mine has discovered water dating back to 2.6 billion years. This is the oldest known source of water.
One study found that marijuana could lower insulin resistance and improve blood sugar.
David Beckham, a midfielder in association football, announces his retirement at the season's conclusion. This announcement came just days after he won Ligue 1 with Paris Saint-Germain.
Dick Trickle, a former NASCAR driver, has committed suicide at the age of 71.
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May 16, 2013 Famous Birthdays

Other May 16th famous birthdays

Megan Fox
American actress and model.
Pierce Brosnan
He is an Irish actor who is extremely handsome and has a nice look.
Laura Pausini
Italian pop singer, who won the top prize in 1993 San Remo Music Festival as a new artist.
Janet Jackson
American actress and recording artist.

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How old am I?

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May 16, 2013 Famous Deaths

Who died on May 16, 2013?

Heinrich Rohrer

Other May 16th famous deaths

Jim Henson
American puppeteer and director, producer, writer, and performer.
Andy Kaufman
American actor who did stand-up comedy, impressionist and off-beat stand-up comedy on television, clubs, and at concerts.
Ronnie James Dio
American heavy metal vocalist (Born 1942).
Django Reinhardt
Belgian composer and jazz musician who earned an international reputation for his recordings.

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May 16, 2013 Zodiac

Western Zodiac - Astrological Sign

Taurus

Taurus personality

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

Personality of May born

Chinese Zodiac

Sign: Snake

Element: Water

Snake personality

Find out your Moon Sign

Can the numbers in May 16, 2013 reveal something about your future ? Find out

May 16, 2013 Day of the Week and Calendar

What day of the week was May 16, 2013?

The day of the week was Thursday.

May 16th marks the 135th day of the Gregorian calendar for the year 2013.

There are 229 days remaining until the end of the year. Calculate the number of days between two dates.

May 2013 calendar

May	2013
Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18	19
20	21	22	23	24	25	26
27	28	29	30	31

May 16, 2013 Holidays and Observances

What is special on May 16, 2013?

Holidays

Adelaide Cup day - South Australia (2005).
Teacher's Day in Malaysia.

Observances

International Day of Living Together in Peace
International Day of Light [UNESCO]

Saints

Saint HonorT of Amiens
Saint Andrew Bobola
Saint Ubaldus
Saint Simon Stock
Saint John Nepomuk or John Nepomucene (1330 - 1393)
Saint Brendan the Navigator - also in the Irish Calendar.

Music charts

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