Saturday May 17, 2014: on this day

May 17, 2014 was the 137th day of the year 2014, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is May 17, 2014 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 17, 2014, who was born and died on May 17, 2014, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 17, 2014, which were the most popular songs (ex. All Of Me by John Legend), movies (e.g. Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, directed by Guy Ritchie), TV series (e.g. Maniac) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 17th, 2014 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 17, 2014?


May 17, 2014 was a Saturday and it was the 137th day of the year 2014 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 17, 2014 can also be written as 5/17/2014 in the US and as 17/5/2014 in UK and Europe.

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May 17, 2014: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 17, 2014:

  • To combat boko haram, nigeria, niger cameroon and benin join forces.
  • Twenty people were killed when a plane belonging to the lao people's liberation army air force crashed carrying douangchay phichit, the deputy pm, and defence minister. (ap via abc news america).
  • At least three people are killed in a landslide at dariali gorge, northeastern georgia. the terek river is also blocked and gas supplies to armenia cut off.
  • Sinking of mv miraj-4, officials call off rescue operations: officials stop rescue operations after 54 bodies were recovered and an unknown number of people went missing from a ferry accident in the meghna river in bangladesh.
  • Officials cancel rescue operations after 54 bodies were found with unknown numbers of people missing following a ferry accident in the meghna river in bangladesh.
  • Mariam yahia ibrahim ishag, a pregnant sudanese woman, is to be sentenced to 100 lashes after she was married to a christian man. she is also set to die for refusing to abandon her faith which has caused international outrage.
  • Premiere movie of chicken little
  • According to palaeontologists, the largest known dinosaur remains have been found in argentina's patagonia.
  • Football: atletico madrid and fc barcelona draw in spain to win the 2013-14 la liga. (france 24). arsenal beats hull city in england to win the 2014 fa cup final. (itv)in scotland st johnstone beats dundee utd two goals to none to win the 2014 scottish cup final. bayern munich beats borussia dortmund in germany to win the 2013-14 dfb-pokal.
  • Atletico madrid and fc barcelona draw in spain to win the 2013-14 la liga.
  • Arsenal beats hull city in england to win the 2014 fa cup final.
  • To win the 2014 scottish cup final, st johnstone beat dundee utd in scotland by two goals to null.
  • Bayern munich beats borussia dortmund in germany to win the 2013-14 dfb-pokal.
  • (the guardian)california chrome wins the 2014 preakness stakes, the second leg of the u.s.-based jockey's 200th group one race. (the guardian).california chrome wins at the preakness stakes in 2014, the second leg for the u.s. triple crown, run in baltimore.
  • Frankie dettori won his 200th race in a group one riding "olympic glory" at newbury. this is the first time a european-based jockey has achieved this milestone.
  • California chrome wins the preakness stakes 2014, the second leg in the u.s. triple crown, run in baltimore.
  • Auto racing: jamie mcmurray wins at charlotte motor speedway the 2014 nascar sprint all-star race. this is his first all-star win.
  • Jamie mcmurray, who won his first all-star win in the nascar sprint all-star race at charlotte motor speedway in 2014, wins the 30th edition of the race.
  • Hub network season finale spooksville
  • A military plane crash in northern laos kills 17 people.

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May 17, 2014: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Udinese - Sampdoria : 3 - 3

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Barcelona - Ath Madrid : 1 - 1
  • Real Madrid - Espanol : 3 - 1
  • Valencia - Celta : 2 - 1

La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)

  • Barcelona B - Murcia : 4 - 0
  • Hercules - Alcorcon : 1 - 2
  • Mallorca - Jaen : 0 - 0
  • Mirandes - Sp Gijon : 1 - 1
  • Tenerife - Cordoba : 0 - 1

Le Championnat - Football (France)

  • Bastia - Nantes : 0 - 0
  • Lorient - Lille : 1 - 4
  • Marseille - Guingamp : 1 - 0
  • Monaco - Bordeaux : 1 - 1
  • Nice - Lyon : 0 - 1
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May 17, 2014: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 17th 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 17, 2014: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 17, 2014 is Horse and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on May 17th, 2014 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 17, 2014: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 17, 2014 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 17, 2014 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 17, 2014 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 82% full, rising at 10:11 pm and setting at 09:22 am.

The previous full moon was on May 14, 2014 while the next full moon would come on Jun 13, 2014.

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Who was born on May 17, 2014?


Whose famous birthday is on May 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 17th:

  • Dennis Hopper
    Dennis Hopper

    American actor and director, who at 19 was the first to land a part in "rebel without a cause".

  • Adel Imam
    Adel Imam

    Adel imam is an egyptian actor known for his comedic roles in film and television.

  • Sugar Ray Leonard
    Sugar Ray Leonard

    Sugar ray leonard is a retired professional boxer and former undisputed welterweight champion.

  • Ross Butler
    Ross Butler

    Ross butler is a tv actor known for his roles in popular series such as 13 reasons why and riverdale.

  • Bob Saget
    Bob Saget

    Bob saget is an american actor and comedian best known for his role as danny tanner on the sitcom full house and as the original host of...

  • Derek Hough
    Derek Hough

    Derek hough is an american dancer and choreographer, best known for his work on the reality dance competition show 'dancing with the stars'.

  • Craig Ferguson
    Craig Ferguson

    Scots-american comedian, late-night tv host, writer, and director.

  • Nikki Reed
    Nikki Reed

    Nikki reed is an american actress known for her role as rosalie hale in the twilight saga.

  • Sasha Alexander
    Sasha Alexander

    Sasha alexander is an american television actress known for her roles in ncis and rizzoli & isles.

  • Andrea Corr
    Andrea Corr

    Irish actress and singer (the corrs), pianist and pianist.

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May 17, 2014: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 9 years 10 months old,

or 118 months and 11 days old,

or 514 weeks and 5 days old,

or 3603 days old,

if you were born on May 17, 2014.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 17, 2014?

There are 50 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 17, 2014?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on May 17, 2014.

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May 17, 2014: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 17, 2014:

  • Gerald Edelman

    American biologist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1972 for his work on the immune system.

  • Josip Manolic

    Former Prime Minister of Croatia and key figure in Croatian politics.

  • John Gardiner
  • Anna Pollatou

What famous deaths happened on May 17th?

Famous deaths on May 17th:

  • Frank Gorshin
    Frank Gorshin

    American actor.

  • Edward Hardwicke
    Edward Hardwicke

    English actor (born 1932).

  • Bruce Fairbairn
    Bruce Fairbairn

    Canadian record producer and musician (born 1949).

  • Robert Webber
    Robert Webber

    Actor (nuts assassin, 10, 10), dies at 74.

  • Hugh Burden
    Hugh Burden

    Actor (night of the laughing dead), passes away at 72.

  • Kyston Williams

    Famous for his groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.

  • Lyndle Smith

    Pioneering scientist in the field of genetics, known for groundbreaking research.

  • Zahki Khan

    Successful business magnate known for revolutionizing the tech industry.

  • Geovannie Ramirez

    Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Wendle Ford

    Pioneering scientist in the field of biotechnology, known for groundbreaking research.

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May 17, 2014: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 17, 2014:

  • Norwegian Constitution Day or Syttende Mai.
  • Dfa das Letras Galegas ("Galician Literature Day") ? holiday in Galicia, honouring the Galician language.
  • International Day Against Homophobia aka IDAHO
  • Bahá'f Faith ? Feast of 'Azaamat (Grandeur) ? First day of the fourth month of the Bahá'f Calendar.

Observances on May 17, 2014:

  • UN Global Road Safety Week, 17-23 May (biennial) [WHO]
  • World Telecommunication and Information Society Day

Saints celebrated on May 17, 2014:

  • Saint Solochon
  • Saint Paschal Baylon or Pascal Baylon
  • Saint Montanus
  • Saint Dietmar
  • Saint Pamphamer
  • Saint Pamphalon
  • Saint Adrian of Alexandria
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May 17, 2014: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 17, 2014 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 12th and May 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 17, 2014: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 17, 2014 was All Of Me by John Legend, according to the music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.

May 17, 2014: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 17, 2014 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 12th and May 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - All Of Me
  2. - Happy
  3. - Problem
  4. - Fancy
  5. - Dark Horse

May 17, 2014: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 17, 2014 was All Of Me by John Legend, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.

May 17, 2014: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 17, 2014 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 12th and May 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - All Of Me
  2. - Happy
  3. - Fancy
  4. - Talk Dirty
  5. - Loyal

May 17, 2014: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 17, 2014 was Bailando by Enrique Iglesias Featuring Descemer Bueno & Gente de Zona, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.

May 17, 2014: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 17, 2014 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 12th and May 18th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Bailando
  2. - Odio
  3. - Adrenalina
  4. - Vivir Mi Vida
  5. - Propuesta Indecente

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May 17, 2014: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 17, 2014 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Guy Ritchie

Starring: Jason Flemyng, Dexter Fletcher, Nick Moran, Jason Statham

Country: United States of America

Nebraska

Nebraska

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Alexander Payne

Starring: Bruce Dern, Will Forte, June Squibb, Bob Odenkirk

Country: United States of America

Fruitvale Station

Fruitvale Station

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Ryan Coogler

Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Melonie Diaz, Octavia Spencer, Kevin Durand

Country: United States of America

Lone Survivor

Lone Survivor

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Peter Berg

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Kitsch, Emile Hirsch, Ben Foster

Country: United States of America

Reservation Road

Reservation Road

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Terry George

Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Mark Ruffalo, Jennifer Connelly, Elle Fanning

Country: United States of America

May 17, 2014: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 17, 2014 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Maniac

Maniac

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Franck Khalfoun

Happy Valley

Happy Valley

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Amir Bar-Lev

Ek Hasina Thi

Ek Hasina Thi

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Sriram Raghavan

Killing Spree

Killing Spree

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Tim Ritter

Mr. Pickles

Mr. Pickles

Release year: 2014

Country: United States of America

May 17, 2014: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 17, 2014 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Killing Jesus by Bill O'Reilly and Martin Dugard

Killing Jesus

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Millions of readers have enjoyed the bestselling books Killing Kennedy and Killing Lincoln by Bill O'Reilly, historian Martin Dugard and other nonfiction works that have revolutionized how we read historical literature.

Capital In The Twenty-First Century by Thomas Piketty

Capital In The Twenty-First Century

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A New York Times #1 Bestseller An Amazon # 1 Bestseller A Wall Street Journal #1 Bestseller A USA Today Bestseller A Sunday Times Bestseller Winner of the Financial Times & McKinsey Business Book of the year AwardWinner of the …

The Collector by Nora Roberts

The Collector

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The #1 New York Times Bestseller Nora Roberts presents a novel about a woman that needs nothing and a man who sees all. It also explores the web of deceit and greed that binds them together and could cause them …

The Storied Life Of A. J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin

The Storied Life Of A. J. Fikry

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"The Storied Life of A. J. Fikry is funny, tender, and touching. It reminds us all why we read and love. "*

Chestnut Street by Maeve Binchy

Chestnut Street

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Chestnut Street is where the neighbors go and come to Dublin. We meet many people behind their doors with very different lives, occupations and sensibilities.

May 17, 2014: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 17, 2014 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Golem Arcana

Golem Arcana

Platform: Android, iOS

Genre: Miniature wargaming

Darkin

Darkin

Platform: iOS

Genre: puzzle-RPG

Elite: Dangerous

Elite: Dangerous

Platform: Microsoft Windows, OS X, Xbox One, PlayStation 4

Genre: Space trading and combat, first-person shooter

Publisher: Frontier Developments

Betrayer

Betrayer

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Action-adventure, stealth

Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS Super Smash Bros. for Wii U

Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS Super Smash Bros. for Wii U

Platform: Nintendo 3DS; Wii U

Genre: Fighting, platformer

Publisher: Nintendo

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Who was the US President on May 17, 2014?

On May 17, 2014 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 17, 2014?

On May 17, 2014 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 17, 2014?

On May 17, 2014 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about May 17th?

May 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:

  • 2019 - Canada-united states relations, mexico-united states relations: the united states lifted tariffs on steel from canada and mexico.
  • 2018 - International military intervention against isil. denmark announces partial withdrawal of its special forces in iraq after the fall of isil.
  • 2017 - Bundu dia kongo supporters free their leader and 50 others with an attack on makala prison in kinshasa (democratic republic of the congo).

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What happened in 2014?

2014 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Six people were killed when six Indonesian police officers opened fire on suspected militants in Jakarta.
  • Spillover from the Syrian Civil War in Lebanon: Sources confirm that Majid bin Mohammad al-Majid has been captured by Lebanon. He is the leader of the al-Qaeda-linked Abdullah Azzam Brigades, responsible for the recent bombing attack on the Iranian Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon.
  • Somali Civil War (2009-present), 11 people killed in bomb attack outside a Somali hotel in Mogadishu. (Standard Media),

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What was the calendar for May 2014?

May 2014 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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