What happened on Friday, May 20, 2005?

Here's what happened on May 20, 2005:

• UN peacekeepers withdraw from East Timor The United Nations peacekeeping forces completed their withdrawal from East Timor, concluding a significant chapter in the country's post-independence history. This marked a transition to full sovereignty for East Timor. source: un.org
• Philosopher Paul Ricoeur dies Renowned French philosopher Paul Ricoeur passed away, leaving a significant legacy in the fields of philosophy and hermeneutics. His work influenced various disciplines, including theology and literary theory. source: nytimes.com
• Bougainville holds first autonomous government elections Bougainville conducted its first elections for an autonomous government, marking a significant step in its political development following years of conflict. The elections were seen as a milestone for peace in the region. source: bbc.com
• Kylie Minogue Recovers from Breast Cancer Surgery Australian pop star Kylie Minogue is released from the hospital after undergoing breast cancer surgery, marking a significant moment in her personal health journey.
• Togo Political Crisis Continues Diplomatic efforts to resolve the political crisis in Togo following disputed presidential elections fail, with Benin continuing to receive refugees from the ongoing political instability.
• Hurricane Adrian Strikes El Salvador During the 2005 Pacific hurricane season, Hurricane Adrian makes landfall near San Salvador, El Salvador, resulting in two fatalities and causing significant regional disruption.
• Chilean Army Rescue Operation in Andes A high-altitude Chilean Army training mission encounters severe challenges when a storm hits their encampment, resulting in five bodies found, 200 men rescued, and 47 recruits still missing in extreme temperatures of -15°C.
• Daytime Emmy Awards Highlights The 32nd Daytime Emmy Awards feature multiple record-breaking achievements: General Hospital wins Best Drama for a record eighth time, Erika Slezak wins her sixth Best Actress award, and The Ellen DeGeneres Show takes home five awards.
• J.D. Cannon Passes Away American actor John Donovan 'J.D.' Cannon, known for roles in McCloud, Ike, and Call to Glory, dies at the age of 83.

Events in 2005

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

Newspapers from May. 20, 2005

May 20, 2005: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 20, 2005:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $54.97
• Apple AAPL: opens at $37.25
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $25.88
• General Electric GE: opens at $36.95
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $77.28

Exchange Rates on May 20, 2005:

• 1 USD = 108.15 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.2653 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.2332 CHF
• 1 EUR = 135.76 JPY
• 1 EUR = 0.6866 GBP

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

Serie A - Italian Football

• Milan - Palermo : 3 - 3

Division 2 - Football (France)

• Brest - Lorient : 0 - 0
• Chateauroux - Troyes : 3 - 1
• Creteil - Laval : 3 - 1
• Grenoble - Nancy : 1 - 1
• Gueugnon - Niort : 2 - 1

May 20, 2005 was a Friday and it was the 140th day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 20, 2005 can also be written as 5/20/2005 in the US and as 20/5/2005 in UK and Europe.

May 20, 2005 in the complete 2005 calendar

Famous people died on May 20, 2005:

• Paul Ricoeur

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Famous people who died in 2005

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

The number 1 song in the USA on May 20, 2005 was Hollaback Girl by Gwen Stefani, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

1. Gwen Stefani - Hollaback Girl
2. Ciara - Oh
3. Mariah Carey - We Belong Together
4. The Game - Hate It Or Love It
5. 50 Cent - Just A Lil Bit

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

The number 1 song in the UK on May 20, 2005 was Lonely by Akon, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

1. Akon - Lonely
2. Tony Christie featuring Peter Kay - (Is This The Way To) Amarillo
3. Snoop Dogg featuring Charlie Wilson & Justin Timberlake - Signs
4. Gorillaz - Feel Good Inc
5. Bodyrockers - I Like The Way

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

The number 1 R&B song on May 20, 2005 was Slow Down by Bobby Valentino, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

1. Bobby Valentino - Slow Down
2. Ciara Featuring Ludacris - Oh
3. 50 Cent - Just A Lil Bit
4. Mariah Carey - We Belong Together
5. 112 Featuring Foxy Brown - U Already Know

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 20th is Taurus.

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

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

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Moon phase

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

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 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 May 20, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 92% full, rising at 04:51 pm and setting at 04:02 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 24, 2005 while the next full moon would come on May 23, 2005.

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Your place in the Universe on May 20, 2005

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Someone born on May 20, 2005 is:

21 years 3 months old,

or 255 months and 28 days old,

or 1112 weeks and 6 days old,

or 7790 days old,

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

There are 245 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 20th 2027.

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

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

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