What happened on Sunday February 20, 2005?

Here's what happened on February 20, 2005:

• Death of Hunter S. Thompson Renowned American journalist and author Hunter S. Thompson was found dead at his home in Aspen, Colorado. The circumstances suggested suicide, marking the end of a groundbreaking literary career known for pioneering gonzo journalism.
• Spain's EU Constitution Referendum Spain held a national referendum on the proposed European Constitution, with citizens voting to approve the treaty. The referendum passed with a substantial margin of 76.73% in favor, though voter turnout was notably low at 42.32%.
• US-Japan Strategic Statement on Taiwan Japan and the United States issued a joint statement outlining common strategic goals aimed at reducing tensions in the Taiwan Strait. The statement was condemned by China but welcomed by Taiwan's government, highlighting the complex geopolitical dynamics in the region.
• Irish Government Accuses Sinn Fein Leaders Michael McDowell, the Irish Minister for Justice, directly accused Sinn Fein leaders Gerry Adams, Martin McGuinness, and Martin Ferris of being on the IRA Army Council. This marked a significant escalation in political tensions surrounding Northern Ireland's complex political landscape.
• Portuguese Legislative Elections Early legislative elections in Portugal resulted in a significant victory for José Sócrates and the Socialist Party, marking a notable shift in the country's political landscape.
• International Pressure on Togo The US and EU joined protests against Faure Gnassingbe's rule in Togo. ECOWAS imposed sanctions and suspended Togo's membership, with the US rejecting Gnassingbe's legitimacy and ceasing military assistance.
• Ruud Lubbers Resigns from UN Role Ruud Lubbers, the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, resigned amid sexual harassment allegations, which he continued to deny. The resignation highlighted ongoing issues of professional conduct in international organizations.
• 54th NBA All-Star Game The NBA All-Star Game was held at the Pepsi Center in Denver, Colorado, with the East team defeating the West team 125-115. Allen Iverson from the Philadelphia 76ers was named MVP.
• 47th Daytona 500 Jeff Gordon won the 47th Daytona 500, narrowly holding off Kurt Busch and Dale Earnhardt Jr. over three extra laps in an exciting and competitive race.
• Death of Sandra Dee Sandra Dee, a prominent American actress known for her roles in 1950s and 1960s films, passed away. Born in 1944, she was a significant figure in Hollywood's golden era.

Events in 2005

February 20, 2005: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Feb. 20, 2005

February 20, 2005: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

• Atalanta - Bologna : 2 - 0
• Chievo - Lazio : 0 - 1
• Palermo - Lecce : 3 - 2
• Parma - Brescia : 2 - 1
• Roma - Livorno : 3 - 0

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Cercle Brugge - Club Brugge : 1 - 2
• FC Brussels - Germinal : 2 - 1

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

• M'gladbach - Schalke 04 : 1 - 3
• Stuttgart - Hertha : 1 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• Burghausen - Oberhausen : 2 - 2
• Ein Frankfurt - Saarbrucken : 3 - 0
• Erfurt - Greuther Furth : 1 - 2
• Erzgebirge Aue - Unterhaching : 1 - 0
• FC Koln - Aachen : 1 - 0

February 20, 2005 was a Sunday and it was the 51st day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 20, 2005 can also be written as 2/20/2005 in the US and as 20/2/2005 in UK and Europe.

February 20, 2005 in February 2005 calendar

Famous people born on February 20, 2005:

• Cruz Beckham

  Cruz Beckham is the third child of famous soccer player David Beckham and fashion designer Victoria Beckham.

Famous people born in 2005

Famous people born on February 20th

Famous people died on February 20, 2005:

• Sandra Dee

  Sandra Dee was a prominent American actress and teenage film idol of the late 1950s and early 1960s, known for her wholesome image and roles...

• John Raitt

  John Raitt was a prominent Broadway musical star known for his powerful baritone voice and leading roles in classic musicals during the...

• Hunter S. Thompson

  Pioneering American journalist and author who founded gonzo journalism, a radical style of first-person reporting that blurred lines between...

Famous people who died in 2005

Famous people who died on February 20th

February 20, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 20, 2005 was Let Me Love You by Mario, according to the music chart for the week February 14th and February 20th.

1. Mario - Let Me Love You
2. Ciara - 1, 2 Step
3. Green Day - Boulevard Of Broken Dreams
4. The Game - How We Do
5. 50 Cent - Disco Inferno

February 20, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 20, 2005 was Like Toy Soldiers by Eminem, according to the music chart for the week February 14th and February 20th.

1. Eminem - Like Toy Soldiers
2. Ashanti - Only U
3. Jennifer Lopez - Get Right
4. Ciara featuring Petey Pablo - Goodies
5. Brian McFadden & Delta Goodrem - Almost Here

February 20, 2005: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 20, 2005 was Let Me Love You by Mario, according to the music chart for the week February 14th and February 20th.

1. Mario - Let Me Love You
2. Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz Featuring Usher & Ludacris - Lovers And Friends
3. The Game Featuring 50 Cent - How We Do
4. Destiny's Child Featuring T.I. & Lil Wayne - Soldier
5. 50 Cent - Disco Inferno

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 20th is Pisces.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 20, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 20, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 20, 2005 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 20, 2005 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 February 20, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 92% full, rising at 02:02 pm and setting at 05:45 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 25, 2005 while the next full moon would come on Feb 24, 2005.

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Your place in the Universe on February 20, 2005

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Someone born on February 20, 2005 is:

20 years 2 months old,

or 242 months and 23 days old,

or 1055 weeks and 2 days old,

or 7387 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 20, 2005?

There are 283 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 20th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 20, 2005?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on February 20, 2005.

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