What happened on Thursday April 21, 2005?

Here's what happened on April 21, 2005:

• First US Director of National Intelligence Appointed John Negroponte was appointed as the inaugural United States Director of National Intelligence, a critical role in coordinating and overseeing the US intelligence community in the post-9/11 era.
• Space Shuttle Discovery Launch Postponed NASA postponed the STS-114 Space Shuttle Discovery mission until May 22, marking the first shuttle launch since the tragic Columbia disaster in February 2003, symbolizing NASA's careful return to space exploration.
• Spain Advances LGBTQ+ Rights The Spanish parliament gave initial approval for legalizing homosexual marriages and gay adoptions, marking a significant milestone in LGBTQ+ rights and social progress.
• Iranian Volunteers Inspired by Hardline Cleric's Fatwa 400 Iranian volunteers signed up for potential suicide missions in 'occupied Islamic countries', particularly Israel, after a fatwa from a high-ranking hardline cleric, reflecting intense regional tensions.
• American Muslims Sue Homeland Security for Racial Profiling Five American Muslims filed a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security, alleging racial profiling after being detained for hours at the Canadian border while returning from a religious conference.
• Political Turmoil in Ecuador Newly elected Ecuadorian President Alfredo Palacio ordered the arrest and deportation of former president Lucio Gutierrez, who sought refuge at the Brazilian Embassy, signaling significant political instability.
• Militant Gunfight Near Mecca A violent confrontation on the outskirts of Mecca led to the deaths of two militants and two security force members, underscoring ongoing regional security tensions.
• Tragic Bus Crash in Vietnam's Central Highlands A devastating bus crash in Vietnam's Central Highlands resulted in the deaths of 30 Vietnamese war veterans, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by veterans in the region.

Events in 2005

April 21, 2005: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Apr. 21, 2005

April 21, 2005: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on April 21, 2005:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $57.55
• Apple AAPL: opens at $36.40
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $24.48
• General Electric GE: opens at $35.80
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $72.99

Exchange Rates on April 21, 2005:

• 1 USD = 106.94 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.2394 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.1825 CHF
• 1 EUR = 139.46 JPY
• 1 EUR = 0.6836 GBP

April 21, 2005 was a Thursday and it was the 111th day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 21, 2005 can also be written as 4/21/2005 in the US and as 21/4/2005 in UK and Europe.

April 21, 2005 in April 2005 calendar

Famous people died on April 21, 2005:

• Gerry Marshall

  Renowned English race car driver known for his significant contributions to motorsports during the late 20th century.

• Zhang Chunqiao

  Chinese writer and politician, member of the gang of four (b. 1917).

• William Kruskal

Famous people who died in 2005

Famous people who died on April 21st

April 21, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 21, 2005 was Candy Shop by 50 Cent, according to the music chart for the week April 18th and April 24th.

1. 50 Cent - Candy Shop
2. The Game - Hate It Or Love It
3. Kelly Clarkson - Since U Been Gone
4. Akon - Lonely
5. Frankie J. - Obsession (No Es Amor)

April 21, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 21, 2005 was (Is This The Way To) Amarillo by Tony Christie featuring Peter Kay, according to the music chart for the week April 18th and April 24th.

1. Tony Christie featuring Peter Kay - (Is This The Way To) Amarillo
2. Mario - Let Me Love You
3. Will Smith - Switch
4. 50 Cent - Candy Shop
5. McFly - All About You / You've Got A Friend

April 21, 2005: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 21, 2005 was Hate It Or Love It by The Game Featuring 50 Cent, according to the music chart for the week April 18th and April 24th.

1. The Game Featuring 50 Cent - Hate It Or Love It
2. Amerie - 1 Thing
3. Fantasia - Truth Is
4. 50 Cent Featuring Olivia - Candy Shop
5. John Legend - Ordinary People

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 21st is Taurus.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 21, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 21, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 21, 2005 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 21, 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 April 21, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 95% full, rising at 04:56 pm and setting at 05:16 am.

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

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Your place in the Universe on April 21, 2005

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Someone born on April 21, 2005 is:

20 years and 22 days old,

or 240 months and 22 days old,

or 1046 weeks and 5 days old,

or 7327 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 21, 2005?

There are 343 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday April 21st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 21, 2005?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on April 21, 2005.

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