Wednesday May 21, 2014: on this day

May 21, 2014 was the 141st day of the year 2014, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is May 21, 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 21, 2014, who was born and died on May 21, 2014, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 21, 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. La Malquerida) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 21st, 2014 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 21, 2014?


May 21, 2014 was a Wednesday and it was the 141st day of the year 2014 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 21, 2014 can also be written as 5/21/2014 in the US and as 21/5/2014 in UK and Europe.

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May 21, 2014: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 21, 2014:

  • 2014 libyan uprising: general khalifa beqasim haftar demands that the government hand power over to the country's top judiciary amid heavy fighting in tripoli. (reuters) prime minister ahmed maiteeq refuses resignation, while the ministry of defense calls for the arrest of all soldiers who support gen. haftar's campaign.
  • General khalifa beqasim haftar urges the government to hand power over to the country's top judge amid heavy fighting in tripoli.
  • While prime minister ahmed maiteeq refuses resignation, the ministry of defense issues an order calling for the arrest of all soldiers who joined gen. haftar’s campaign.
  • War in north-west pakistan: pakistan air force fighter planes bomb militant hideouts in north waziristan. they kill approximately 60 militants, and injure another 30.
  • Ten policemen and three civilians were killed when the taliban attacked badakhshan, laghman and laghman provinces of afghanistan.
  • 17 people are killed when boko haram attacked the village alagarno in nigeria's borno state.
  • After they invaded south korean waters, the republic of korea navy fired warning shots at three patrol boats belonging to the korean people's navy.
  • Conflict between israel and palestine: defence for children international publishes video of two palestinians who were allegedly shot by israeli soldiers during violent demonstrations.
  • Defence for children international releases a video that shows two palestinians who were allegedly shot to death by israeli soldiers at a violent demonstration.
  • The sbu has taken graham phillips, a british citizen and reporter for the russian television network rt to mariupol.
  • Graham phillips, a british national who is a reporter for the russian television network rt, was taken into custody in mariupol by sbu.
  • General motors has announced that it will recall 218,000 chevrolet aveos from an older model due to a fire hazard.
  • After a cyber-attack on a database that contained encrypted passwords and other financial data, ebay requires its users to update their passwords.
  • Relations between china and russia: xi jinping signs a huge natural gas export agreement worth $400 billion over a 30-year period.
  • Anti-china protests in vietnam 2014: six deaths have been reported as a result of anti-china violence in vietnam. the riots are continuing over south china sea oil-rich islands. china sent ships to evacuate 3000 vietnamese citizens.
  • Six people have been killed in anti-china protests in vietnam, which continue over the south china sea's oil-rich islands. china sent ships to evacuate 3000 vietnamese citizens.
  • 2014 taipei metro attack : at least 4 people are killed and 21 others injured in a knife attack on a taipei metro train.
  • A court in egypt sentenced 155 members to prison for their muslim brotherhood activities, with 54 of them being given life sentences.
  • Hosni mubarak, former president of egypt, is sentenced for embezzlement and will spend three years in prison.
  • After releasing a fan clip to pharrell williams' "happy" and causing outcries across the internet, six iranians were arrested. they were released in tehran.
  • A czech republic court sentenced 10 men to death for poisoned alcohol production that caused more than 30 deaths in 2012.
  • General election in guinea-bissau, 2014. jose mario vaz, former finance minister of guinea bissau is elected president.
  • Jose mario vaz, a former finance minister of guinea bissau, is elected president of guinea bissau.
  • Sacramento, california approves a new arena for the sacramento kings, valued at $447 million.
  • After a 1-1 draw, england won the 2014 uefa european under-17 championship. the netherlands lost on penalties.
  • Random killings occurred on the bannan line of the taipei mrt, killing four and injuring 24.

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May 21, 2014: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 21, 2014:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $100.85
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $603.83
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $39.80
  • General Electric GE: opens at $26.37
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $185.85

Exchange Rates on May 21, 2014:

  • 1 USD = 101.43 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0914 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.8932 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.2335 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 138.81 JPY
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May 21, 2014: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 21st is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini 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 21, 2014: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 21, 2014 is Horse and the associated element is Wood.

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May 21, 2014: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 21, 2014 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 21, 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 21, 2014 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 01:17 am and setting at 01:55 pm.

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 21, 2014?


Whose famous birthday is on May 21st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 21st:

  • Raymond Burr
    Raymond Burr

    Raymond Burr was a Canadian-American actor who also served as a politician in California.

  • Tom Daley
    Tom Daley

    Tom daley is an english diver and olympian known for his success in the sport, including winning multiple medals at the olympic games.

  • Nick Cassavetes
    Nick Cassavetes

    American screenwriter and actor.

  • Fats Waller
    Fats Waller

    American musician (born 1904).

  • Kay Kendall
    Kay Kendall

    British actress genevieve dies from leukemia at 32.

  • Mutya Buena
    Mutya Buena

    English singer-songwriter (sugababes, mutya keisha siobhan).

  • Al Franken
    Al Franken

    He is an american comedian, writer, and us senator.

  • Fairuza Balk
    Fairuza Balk

    Fairuza balk is an american actress known for her roles in the craft and gas food lodging.

  • Judge Reinhold
    Judge Reinhold

    Judge reinhold is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as beverly hills cop and the santa clause.

  • Eduardo Verástegui
    Eduardo Verástegui

    Eduardo verástegui is a mexican actor, singer, and producer known for his roles in films such as bella and chasing papi.

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May 21, 2014: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 9 years 10 months old,

or 118 months and 7 days old,

or 514 weeks and 1 day old,

or 3599 days old,

if you were born on May 21, 2014.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 21, 2014?

There are 54 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 21st 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 21, 2014?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on May 21, 2014.

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May 21, 2014: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 21, 2014:

  • Tunku Annuar

    Malaysian son of badlishah of kedah (b. 1939).

  • Jaime Lusinchi

    Venezuelan physician and politician, president of venezuela (b. 1924).

  • Johnny Gray

    American baseball player (b. 1926).

  • Alireza Soleimani

    Iranian wrestler (b. 1956).

  • Ines Boffardi
  • Romano Albani
  • Jane Adams
  • Digne Meller Marcovicz
  • Mario Tosi
  • Vittorio Rieser
  • Giorgio Gennari
  • Duncan Cole
  • Guillermo Asprilla

What famous deaths happened on May 21st?

Famous deaths on May 21st:

  • John Garfield
    John Garfield

    American actor who starred in 31 films between 1938 and 1951.

  • John Gielgud
    John Gielgud

    English actor, director, and producer (d. 2000).

  • Vaughn Monroe
    Vaughn Monroe

    American musician, singer and bandleader in the aeur40s.

  • Andrea Leeds
    Andrea Leeds

    Actress (stage door and earthbound), dies at 70 from cancer.

  • Seville

    Spanish explorer who led the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe.

  • Tyronza Cornelius

    Renowned author known for their impactful storytelling.

  • Dovey Roundtree

    Trailblazing African American civil rights activist and lawyer.

  • Wilmina Fleming

    Renowned astronomer who made significant contributions to the field.

  • Dovey Johnson Roundtree

    Pioneering African American civil rights activist and attorney.

  • Tommaso Campanella

    Italian philosopher and poet known for his utopian work 'The City of the Sun'.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 21st

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May 21, 2014: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 21, 2014:

  • Equals-to-the-Apostles
  • Dia de la Afrocolombianidad marks the abolition of slavery in Colombia.
  • Navy Day (Dfa de las Glorias Navales) in Chile.

Observances on May 21, 2014:

  • International Tea Day
  • World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development

Saints celebrated on May 21, 2014:

  • Saint Constantine the Great
  • Saints Constantine and Helena
  • Saint Mireille
  • Saint Charles-EugFne de Mazenod
  • Saint Goderik
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May 21, 2014: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 21, 2014 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 19th and May 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 21, 2014: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 21, 2014 was All Of Me by John Legend, according to the music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.

May 21, 2014: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 21, 2014 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

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

May 21, 2014: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 21, 2014 was All Of Me by John Legend, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.

May 21, 2014: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 21, 2014 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

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

May 21, 2014: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 21, 2014 was Bailando by Enrique Iglesias Featuring Descemer Bueno & Gente de Zona, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.

May 21, 2014: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 21, 2014 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Bailando
  2. - Odio
  3. - 6 AM
  4. - Propuesta Indecente
  5. - El Perdedor

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May 21, 2014: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 21, 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

Jersey Boys

Jersey Boys

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Clint Eastwood

Starring: John Lloyd Young, Erich Bergen, Michael Lomenda, Vincent Piazza

Country: United States of America

May 21, 2014: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 21, 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:

La Malquerida

La Malquerida

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Emilio Fernández

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

May 21, 2014: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 21, 2014 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Divergent by Veronica Roth

Divergent

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The Divergent Trilogy's first book is #1 New York Times bestselling. It inspired the major motion picture starring Kate Winslet, Theo James and Shailene Woodley.

The Collector by Nora Roberts

The Collector

By:

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 One by Kiera Cass

The One

By:

The compelling third book in Kiera's #1 New York Times bestselling Selection seriesAmerica singer searches for her happily ever again in this swoonworthy YA dystopian romance. This is the perfect book for those who enjoyed Veronica Roth's Divergent, Lauren Oliver’s …

Natchez Burning by Greg Iles

Natchez Burning

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Greg Iles, #1 New York Times Bestseller, presents the first novel of his Natchez Burning Trilogy, which also includes The Bone Tree, and the upcoming Mississippi Blood. This epic trilogy, which also includes The Bone Tree, and The Mississippi Blood, …

A Fighting Chance by Elizabeth Warren

A Fighting Chance

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A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER An unlikely political star shares the story of her two-decade journey through Washington that showed her what Washington actually works and doesn't.

May 21, 2014: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 21, 2014 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Bardbarian

Bardbarian

Platform: Android, Blackberry, iOS, Mac OS X, Windows

Publisher: Bulkypix

Elite: Dangerous

Elite: Dangerous

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

Genre: Space trading and combat, first-person shooter

Publisher: Frontier Developments

F1 2014

F1 2014

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Codemasters

Disney Infinity 2.0

Disney Infinity 2.0

Platform: iOS, Android, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, Wii U, Microsoft Windows, Xbox 360, Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure, sandbox, toys-to-life

Publisher: Disney Interactive Studios

99 Bricks Wizard Academy

99 Bricks Wizard Academy

Platform: iOS, PlayStation Vita

Genre: Puzzle

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Who was the US President on May 21, 2014?

On May 21, 2014 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 21, 2014?

On May 21, 2014 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 21, 2014?

On May 21, 2014 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about May 21st?

May 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st 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 21st, such as:

  • 2019 - An ambush occurred at 12th mile on khonsa deomali road in tirap district, arunachal pradesh. eleven people were killed.
  • 2018 - Economy of japan: sony has agreed to a $2.3billion deal in which they will purchase a controlling stake in emi music publishing. this deal will allow sony to indirectly own 90% the music publisher and its 2 million songs.
  • 2017 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: at least 20 afghan police officers are killed in a taliban raid in southern afghanistan.

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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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