Sunday May 22, 2016: on this day

May 22, 2016 was the 143rd day of the year 2016, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is May 22, 2016 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 22, 2016, who was born and died on May 22, 2016, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 22, 2016, which were the most popular songs (ex. One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla), movies (e.g. Maggie's Plan, directed by Rebecca Miller), TV series (e.g. Wolf Creek) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 22nd, 2016 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 22, 2016?


May 22, 2016 was a Sunday and it was the 143rd day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 22, 2016 can also be written as 5/22/2016 in the US and as 22/5/2016 in UK and Europe.

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May 22, 2016: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 22, 2016:

  • Syrian civil war: according to the syrian observatory for human rights, more than 60,000 people were killed in government prisons during syria's five-year civil war.
  • According to the syrian observatory for human rights, over 60,000 people died in government jails in syria during the five-year civil war.
  • Insurgency in northeast india: insurgency in manipur: six indian paramilitary troops are killed and captured by rebels in manipur, near myanmar's northeastern border.
  • Iraqi civil war: operation breaking terrorism siege of fallujah (2016): haider al-abadi, the iraqi prime minister, announces that a military operation will be launched to capture falluja from the islamic state of iraq or syria.
  • 2016 cannes film festival: the palme d'or at cannes film festival is won by ken loach for the british film i, daniel blake.
  • Ken loach's british film i, daniel blake wins the palme d'or at cannes film festival.
  • Paseo stadium, guam will host the 12th festival of pacific arts.
  • Sumatra's mount sinabung in indonesia erupts, killing at most six people.
  • China-taiwan relations : china threatens to cut off communication with taiwan unless it recognizes the "one china principle".
  • 2016 nenzing shooting: two people are killed and 11 injured in an attack at a concert in nenzing, austria.
  • In an attack on a concert held in nenzing, austria, a man kills two people and injures 11.
  • Two nightclubs in veracruz, mexico are responsible for at least six deaths.
  • Austrian presidential election 2016, 2016: the second round is held to elect norbert hofer and alexander van der bellen presidents of austria. (usa today),
  • To elect alexander van der bellen or norbert hofer as president of austria, the second round of voting will take place. (usa today),
  • Vietnamese legislative election 2016, 2016: voters go to the polls in vietnam to elect legislators to its parliament. the communist party is the only legal party in vietnam. it has already elected its members.
  • 2016 tajikistan constitutional referendum: tajikistan's voters go to the polls to amend the constitution. these amendments include the removal of term limits that allow president emomali rahmon to run again for office, and the reduction in the age limit for the presidency from 35 to 30. this, observers believe, will place rustam emomali, rahmon, for future succession.
  • Tajikistan's voters will vote in a referendum that would amend the constitution to include the removal of term limits for president emomali rahmon, allowing him only to run for office again, and the lowering of the presidential age limit to 30. this, observers believe, will place rustam emomali, rahmon's son, for future succession.
  • Nasa predicts that 2016 will be the warmest year on record for global temperatures. this would be the third consecutive year of breaking records. according to noaa annals april was the 12th warmest month in a row.

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May 22, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on May 22, 2016:

  • 1 USD = 0.8913 EUR
  • 1 USD = 110.206 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.6897 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3836 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3116 CAD

May 22, 2016: What were the main match results that day?

La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)

  • Alaves - Ponferradina : 2 - 0
  • Almeria - Oviedo : 3 - 1
  • Lugo - Ath Bilbao B : 2 - 0
  • Mirandes - Llagostera : 0 - 0
  • Osasuna - Numancia : 3 - 2
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May 22, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 22nd 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 22, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 22, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on May 22nd, 2016 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 22, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 22, 2016 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 22, 2016 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 22, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 08:53 pm and setting at 07:04 am.

The previous full moon was on May 21, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Jun 20, 2016.

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Who was born on May 22, 2016?


Whose famous birthday is on May 22nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 22nd:

  • Naomi Campbell
    Naomi Campbell

    English actress, singer, model and author.

  • Bharat Gopy
    Bharat Gopy

    Renowned Malayalam film actor who appeared in numerous critically acclaimed films.

  • Charles Aznavour
    Charles Aznavour

    French music has been a rage for many decades, and it still has a loyal following.

  • Johnny Gill
    Johnny Gill

    Johnny gill is an r&b singer known for his solo career and as a member of the group new edition.

  • George Best
    George Best

    Footballer from northern ireland (d. 2005).

  • Lucy Gordon
    Lucy Gordon

    British actress and model (born 1980).

  • Susan Strasberg
    Susan Strasberg

    American actress, who made her film debut in 1954.

  • Richard Benjamin
    Richard Benjamin

    American actor, on-screen since 1969.

  • Alison Eastwood
    Alison Eastwood

    Clint eastwood's daughter; actress ("tightrope").

  • Paul Winfield
    Paul Winfield

    American actor (d. 2004).

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May 22, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 7 years 10 months old,

or 94 months and 6 days old,

or 409 weeks and 4 days old,

or 2867 days old,

if you were born on May 22, 2016.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 22, 2016?

There are 55 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 22nd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 22, 2016?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on May 22, 2016.

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May 22, 2016: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 22, 2016:

  • Arye L. Hillman

    Esteemed poet whose works continue to inspire readers.

  • Velimir Živojinović (Bata)

    Serbian actor and politician (b. 1933).

  • Magica Aidan
  • Bertalan Szőcs
  • Bata Živojinović
  • Velimir Sombolac
  • Magica Aidan (Nadia Cavriani Bedendo
  • Joanna Blake
  • Malvina Cheek
  • Mervyn George «Merv» Cowan
  • Stanislav Galiakberov
  • Bennett Hatfield
  • Ingeborg Heydorn
  • Alexander Margaritoff
  • Alexis Navarro
  • Oleg Obukhov
  • Subhash Pal
  • Arulraj Rosli
  • Velimir Sombolac (Beлимиp Coмбoлaц)

What famous deaths happened on May 22nd?

Famous deaths on May 22nd:

  • John Derek
    John Derek

    After his 1944 debut film, "since you were away," he was drafted into the military.

  • Margaret Rutherford
    Margaret Rutherford

    English actress (born in 1892).

  • Rocky Graziano
    Rocky Graziano

    American actor and boxer (d. 1990).

  • Joan Davis
    Joan Davis

    Actress joan (i married joan) dies at 53 from a heart attack.

  • Victor Hugo

    French poet, writer, novelist and essayist.

  • Langston Hughes

    American writer and a key figure in the harlem renaissance.

  • Kairyn Mack

    Renowned physicist known for groundbreaking research in quantum mechanics.

  • Johnchristopher Williams

    Renowned composer known for his film scores.

  • Dalessandro Manzoni

    An Italian novelist and poet, considered one of the greatest writers of the Italian language.

  • Eslie Chang

    Pioneering researcher in the field of genetics.

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May 22, 2016: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 22, 2016:

  • Victoria Day in Canada
  • World Biodiversity Day.
  • Republic of Yemen - National Day.
  • National Heroes Day in Sri Lanka.
  • National Maritime Day in the United States.([1])

Observances on May 22, 2016:

  • International Day for Biological Diversity

Saints celebrated on May 22, 2016:

  • Saint Humilita
  • Saint Rita of Cascia
  • Saint Atto
  • Saint Emile
  • Saint Fulk
  • Saint Lupus
  • Saint Romanus
  • Saint Julia
  • Saint Renata of Bavaria
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May 22, 2016: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 22, 2016 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 16th and May 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 22, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 22, 2016 was One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

May 22, 2016: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 22, 2016 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - One Dance
  2. - Panda
  3. - 7 Years
  4. - I Took A Pill In Ibiza
  5. - Work From Home

May 22, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 22, 2016 was One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

May 22, 2016: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 22, 2016 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - One Dance
  2. - Panda
  3. - Work
  4. - Sorry
  5. - Needed Me

May 22, 2016: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 22, 2016 was Hasta El Amanecer by Nicky Jam, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

May 22, 2016: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 22, 2016 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Hasta El Amanecer
  2. - Duele El Corazon
  3. - Ginza
  4. - Solo Con Verte
  5. - Obsesionado

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May 22, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 22, 2016 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Maggie's Plan

Maggie's Plan

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Rebecca Miller

Starring: Greta Gerwig, Ethan Hawke, Julianne Moore, Maya Rudolph

Country: United States of America

The Vatican Tapes

The Vatican Tapes

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Mark Neveldine

Starring: Olivia Taylor Dudley, Michael Peña, Dougray Scott, Djimon Hounsou

Country: United States of America

In Dubious Battle

In Dubious Battle

Release year: 2016

Directed by: James Franco

Starring: James Franco, Selena Gomez, Robert Duvall, Vincent D'onofrio, Bryan Cranston, Sam Shepard, Danny McBride, Ed Harris, John Savage, Analeigh Tipton, Ashley Greene, Zach Braff

Country: United States of America

Monster Trucks

Monster Trucks

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Chris Wedge

Starring: Lucas Till, Jane Levy, Barry Pepper, Rob Lowe, Danny Glover, Amy Ryan

Country: United States of America

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A United Kingdom

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Amma Asante

Starring: David Oyelowo, Rosamund Pike, Jack Davenport, Tom Felton

Country: United States of America

May 22, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 22, 2016 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Wolf Creek

Wolf Creek

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Greg McLean

Raising the Bar

Raising the Bar

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Clay Glen

Containment

Containment

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Neil Mcenery-West

Foursome

Foursome

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Claude d'Anna

Zak Storm

Zak Storm

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

May 22, 2016: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 22, 2016 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Last Mile by David Baldacci

The Last Mile

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David Baldacci's #1 New York Times Bestseller Memory Man introduced Amos Decker, the remarkable detective who can forget everything. Decker is back in a new thrilling thriller.

15th Affair by James Patterson, Maxine Paetro

15th Affair

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Detective Lindsay Boxer pursues a mysterious, potentially very dangerous suspect-her spouse. Lindsay Boxer is blessed with a beautiful daughter and a husband that she loves unconditionally. Lindsay was never happier until a brutal murder at a hotel and the disappearance …

The Crown by Kiera Cass

The Crown

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The #1 New York Times bestseller Selection series is a specacular happy ever after. From its first page, readers have loved Kiria Cass's Selection series.

Oh, the Places You'll Go! by Dr. Seuss

Oh, the Places You'll Go!

By:

Dr. Seuss's brilliantly wise Oh, The Places You'll go! This is the perfect way to send off grads from high school, college and nursery school. Dr.

The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins

The Girl on the Train

By:

#1 New York Times Bestseller USA Today Book of the Year is now a major motion movie starring Emily Blunt. Paula Hawkins' new novel Into the Water is coming May 2017. The

May 22, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 22, 2016 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

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

Genre: Massively multiplayer online third-person shooter

Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Platform: Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; OS X; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment; Feral Interactive (OS X)

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: Fighting, role-playing

Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Platform: Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

history

Who was the US President on May 22, 2016?

On May 22, 2016 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 22, 2016?

On May 22, 2016 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 22, 2016?

On May 22, 2016 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about May 22nd?

May 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:

  • 2019 - War in donbass - the ukrainian military reports that eight ukrainian soldiers were captured by prorussian fighters close to novotroyitske.
  • 2018 - Southern damascus offensive (april-may 2018, syria): the syrian government declares damascus, its environs "completely safe" after taking yarmouk camp from isil and hajar al aswad.
  • 2017 - 2017 manchester arena bombing: the greater manchester police (gmp), reported that there were deadly explosions at manchester arena, manchester, england. this happened at the conclusion of ariana grande's dangerous woman tour performance. (bbc) (the guardian). the gmp confirmed that at least 19 people were killed and 50 more injured, and is treating it as a terrorist attack. no one immediately claimed responsibility.

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What happened in 2016?

2016 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A shooting occurs at a Tel Aviv pub, Israel. It leaves two people dead and eight others injured. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • Two people are killed and eight others injured in a shooting at a Tel Aviv pub. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • A 28-foot tall new statue of Jesus, called "Jesus de Greatest", was unveiled at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Abajah village in Nigeria's Imo state. It is the largest known African Jesus statue.

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What was the calendar for May 2016?

May 2016 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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