What happened on Thursday May 23, 2013?

Here's what happened on May 23, 2013:

• Obama's Counterterrorism Strategy Speech President Obama delivered a comprehensive speech at the National Defense University outlining the United States' evolving counterterrorism strategy, addressing changing global terrorist threats and the nation's strategic approach.
• Niger Terrorist Attack Two suicide bombers launched a coordinated attack in northern Niger towns of Agadez and Arlit, resulting in 21 fatalities and multiple injuries during a violent confrontation between Islamist fighters and soldiers.
• Friends of Syria Diplomatic Intervention During the Syrian Civil War, the Friends of Syria diplomatic group called for Iran and Hezbollah to withdraw from Syrian territory, highlighting the complex international dynamics of the conflict.
• Boy Scouts Inclusivity Policy Change The Boy Scouts of America made a landmark decision to allow gay youth to join their organization, marking a significant step towards inclusivity and social progress.
• Drone Policy Protest Activist Medea Benjamin from Code Pink publicly challenged President Barack Obama's drone policy during his speech, drawing attention to controversial counterterrorism tactics.
• Ford Closes Australian Manufacturing Ford Motor Company announced the closure of its Australian manufacturing operations, including factories in Broadmeadows and Geelong, resulting in the loss of 1,200 jobs and signaling significant changes in the automotive industry.
• Interstate 5 Bridge Collapse in Washington A critical infrastructure failure occurred when a freeway bridge carrying Interstate 5 collapsed over the Skagit River in Mount Vernon, Washington, causing significant transportation disruption.
• Stockholm Riots Ongoing social unrest continued for the fourth consecutive night in the immigrant-populated suburbs surrounding Stockholm, Sweden, revealing underlying social tensions.

Events in 2013

May 23, 2013: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from May. 23, 2013

May 23, 2013: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 23, 2013:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $91.70
• Apple AAPL: opens at $435.95
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $34.23
• General Electric GE: opens at $23.52
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $205.48

Exchange Rates on May 23, 2013:

• 1 USD = 101.99 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.0302 CAD
• 1 USD = 0.9688 CHF
• 1 USD = 6.134 CNY
• 1 EUR = 131.89 JPY

May 23, 2013 was a Thursday and it was the 143rd day of the year 2013 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 23, 2013 can also be written as 5/23/2013 in the US and as 23/5/2013 in UK and Europe.

May 23, 2013 in May 2013 calendar

Famous people died on May 23, 2013:

• Georges Moustaki

  Renowned French singer-songwriter of Greek descent, famous for his poetic and romantic musical style.

• Flynn Robinson

  Professional American basketball player who was active in the league since 1966.

• Epy Guerrero

  Dominican baseball player, coach, and scout (b. 1942).

• Hayri Kozakçıoğlu

  Turkish police officer and politician, 15th governor of istanbul province (b. 1938).

• William Demby
• Michel Crozier

Famous people who died in 2013

Famous people who died on May 23rd

May 23, 2013: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 23, 2013 was Can't Hold Us by Macklemore, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

1. Macklemore - Can't Hold Us
2. P!nk - Just Give Me A Reason
3. Justin Timberlake - Mirrors
4. Bruno Mars - When I Was Your Man
5. Rihanna - Stay

May 23, 2013: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 23, 2013 was Can't Hold Us by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Ray Dalton, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

1. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Ray Dalton - Can't Hold Us
2. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanz - Thrift Shop
3. Drake - Started From The Bottom
4. Justin Timberlake Featuring JAY Z - Suit & Tie
5. J. Cole Featuring Miguel - Power Trip

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 23rd is Gemini.

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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 23, 2013: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 23, 2013 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 23, 2013 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 23, 2013 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 23, 2013 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 06:41 pm and setting at 05:01 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 25, 2013 while the next full moon would come on May 25, 2013.

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Your place in the Universe on May 23, 2013

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Someone born on May 23, 2013 is:

11 years 11 months old,

or 143 months and 20 days old,

or 624 weeks and 5 days old,

or 4373 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 23, 2013?

There are 10 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 23rd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 23, 2013?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on May 23, 2013.

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