Sunday October 23, 2005: on this day

October 23, 2005 was the 296th day of the year 2005, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is October 23, 2005 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 23, 2005, who was born and died on October 23, 2005, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 23, 2005, which were the most popular songs (ex. Gold Digger by Kanye West), movies (e.g. Serenity, directed by Joss Whedon), TV series (e.g. Alborada) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 23rd, 2005 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 23, 2005?


October 23, 2005 was a Sunday and it was the 296th day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 23, 2005 can also be written as 10/23/2005 in the US and as 23/10/2005 in UK and Europe.

October 23, 2005 in October 2005 calendar

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October 23, 2005: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 23, 2005:

  • Avian influenza: the swedish national veterinary institute reported that a dead duck was found near stockholm with an undetermined strain.
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  • Nigerian airline bellview airlines flight 210 was destroyed in oyo state, nigeria just after it took off from lagos en route for abuja. according to the red cross, there are no survivors.
  • Today's second round of the polish presidential election is between donald tusk and lech kaczynski, conservative candidates. according to exit polls by polish television stations kaczynski is declared the winner.
  • Vote of 64% to 36% against a referendum to ban the civilian production and sale of firearms is held in brazil.
  • Pope benedict xvi canonizes chilean jesuit alberto hurtado.
  • 2005 elections in argentina. nestor kirchner was supported by several candidates who won the parliamentary elections of buenos aires province. his wife was also elected senator. they lost in buenos aires city, santa fe province. (bloomberg).
  • The chicago white sox defeated the houston astros 7-6 for a 2-0 lead at the world series.

October 23, 2005: What were the magazines covers that day?

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October 23, 2005: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Chievo - Cagliari : 2 - 1
  • Lecce - Juventus : 0 - 3
  • Livorno - Reggina : 1 - 0
  • Milan - Palermo : 2 - 1
  • Roma - Lazio : 1 - 1

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Anderlecht - Club Brugge : 2 - 2

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Dortmund - Hamburg : 1 - 1
  • Leverkusen - Stuttgart : 1 - 1

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Erzgebirge Aue - Greuther Furth : 1 - 1
  • Karlsruhe - Hansa Rostock : 1 - 0
  • Saarbrucken - Cottbus : 1 - 3
  • Siegen - Munich 1860 : 1 - 2
  • Unterhaching - Ahlen : 2 - 0
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October 23, 2005: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 23rd is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 23, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 23, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on October 23rd, 2005 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 23, 2005: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 23, 2005 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 23, 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 October 23, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 52% full, rising at 09:33 pm and setting at 02:25 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 17, 2005 while the next full moon would come on Nov 16, 2005.

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Who was born on October 23, 2005?


Famous people born on October 23, 2005:

  • Taiga Hasegawa

Whose famous birthday is on October 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 23rd:

  • Emilia Clarke
    Emilia Clarke

    Emilia clarke is a british actress best known for her role as daenerys targaryen in the television series game of thrones.

  • Ryan Reynolds
    Ryan Reynolds

    Canadian-american actor, most well-known for his role on the tv sitcom "two guys, a girl, and a pizza place.

  • Johnny Carson
    Johnny Carson

    American television personality, who was reportedly the host of the tonight show from october 1, 1962 to a salary of $100,000 per year.

  • Nancy Grace
    Nancy Grace

    Nancy grace is an american former prosecutor who gained fame as a legal commentator and television host, known for her outspoken and...

  • Amandla Stenberg
    Amandla Stenberg

    Amandla stenberg is a movie actress known for her roles in the hunger games and the hate u give.

  • Michael Crichton
    Michael Crichton

    American author, best-selling sci-fi thriller writer.

  • Dwight Yoakam
    Dwight Yoakam

    American country western singer, recording artist and actor 6 feet tall.

  • Diana Dors
    Diana Dors

    British actress, with a large breast and who was often a good-time girl.

  • Sam Raimi
    Sam Raimi

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Jennie Lee
    Jennie Lee

    American exotic dancer and stripper, known for being "the biggest in town.

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October 23, 2005: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 18 years 4 months old,

or 220 months and 25 days old,

or 960 weeks and 2 days old,

or 6722 days old,

if you were born on October 23, 2005.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 23, 2005?

There are 218 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 23, 2005?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 23, 2005.

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October 23, 2005: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 23, 2005:

  • John Muth

    American economist and academic (b. 1930).

  • Stella Obasanjo

    Nigerian wife of olusegun obasanjo, 10th first lady of nigeria (b. 1945).

  • William Hootkins

    American actor (born 1948).

  • John Fraser Muth
  • Teresilla Barillà

What famous deaths happened on October 23rd?

Famous deaths on October 23rd:

  • Lino Ventura
    Lino Ventura

    Actor (french detective slap, jigsaw), dies at 67.

  • Oskar Werner
    Oskar Werner

    A renowned Austrian actor known for his roles in films like 'Jules and Jim'.

  • Linden Travers
    Linden Travers

    British actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Robert Lansing
    Robert Lansing

    Actor (blade runner and equalizer) dies from cancer at 66.

  • Lou Jacobi
    Lou Jacobi

    Toronto, ontario -- comedian (dean martin show, melba).

  • Susan Peters
    Susan Peters

    Spokane, washington -- actress.

  • Khrystian Dior

    Renowned fashion designer known for founding the fashion house of Dior.

  • Mayling Soong

    Chinese political figure and First Lady of the Republic of China.

  • Shahida Jamal

    Pakistani playback singer known for her melodious voice.

  • Koichi Kawakita

    Renowned astronomer who discovered numerous comets.

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October 23, 2005: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 23, 2005:

  • Chemistry: Mole Day
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Scorpio in Western tropical astrology.
  • Hungary - National Day (revolution of 1956 and the proclamation of the Republic of Hungary in 1989)
  • Also see October 23 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • R.C. Saints - Saint Giovanni da Capistrano; Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
  • French Republican Calendar - CTleri (Celery) Day, second day in the Month of Brumaire
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October 23, 2005: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 23, 2005 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 17th and October 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 23, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 23, 2005 was Gold Digger by Kanye West, according to the music chart for the week October 17th and October 23rd.

October 23, 2005: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 23, 2005 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 17th and October 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Gold Digger
  2. - Photograph
  3. - Shake It Off
  4. - My Humps
  5. - Like You

October 23, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 23, 2005 was Push The Button by Sugababes, according to the music chart for the week October 17th and October 23rd.

October 23, 2005: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 23, 2005 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 17th and October 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Push The Button
  2. - Don't Cha
  3. - We Be Burnin'
  4. - Tripping

October 23, 2005: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 23, 2005 was Soul Survivor by Young Jeezy Featuring Akon, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 17th and October 23rd.

October 23, 2005: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 23, 2005 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 17th and October 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Soul Survivor
  2. - Gold Digger
  3. - Like You
  4. - Shake It Off
  5. - Run It! youtube

October 23, 2005: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 23, 2005 was La Tortura by Shakira Featuring Alejandro Sanz, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 17th and October 23rd.

October 23, 2005: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 23, 2005 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 17th and October 23rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - La Tortura
  2. - Solo Quedate En Silencio
  3. - Ella Y Yo
  4. - Rakata
  5. - Ven Bailalo

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October 23, 2005: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 23, 2005 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Serenity

Serenity

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Joss Whedon

Starring: Nathan Fillion, Gina Torres, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Alan Tudyk

Country: United States of America

The Illusionist

The Illusionist

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Neil Burger

Starring: Edward Norton, Jessica Biel, Paul Giamatti, Rufus Sewell

Country: United States of America

A History of Violence

A History of Violence

Release year: 2005

Directed by: David Cronenberg

Starring: Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello, Ed Harris, William Hurt

Country: United States of America

Saved!

Saved!

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Brian Dannelly

Starring: Jena Malone, Mandy Moore, Macaulay Culkin, Patrick Fugit

Country: United States of America

A Prairie Home Companion

A Prairie Home Companion

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Robert Altman

Starring: Lily Tomlin, Meryl Streep, Woody Harrelson, John C. Reilly

Country: United States of America

October 23, 2005: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 23, 2005 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Alborada

Alborada

Release year: 2005

Trollz

Trollz

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Ron Thornton

Beautiful People

Beautiful People

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Jasmin Dizdar

Masters of Horror

Masters of Horror

Release year: 2005

Country: United States of America

American Dragon: Jake Long

American Dragon: Jake Long

Release year: 2005

Country: United States of America

October 23, 2005: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 23, 2005 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Anansi Boys by Neil Gaiman

Anansi Boys

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Neil Gaiman, #1 New York Times Bestseller, returns to the territory where he wrote American Gods, to probe the dark depths of the soul.

Life Is Not A Fairy Tale by Fantasia

Life Is Not A Fairy Tale

By:

FANTASIA describes her remarkable rise from hopeless high-school dropout to American Idol star in the inspiring New York Times bestseller Life Is Not a Fairy Tale.

The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown

The Da Vinci Code

By:

PREMIUM MASS Market Edition #1 Worldwide Bestseller - More Than 80 Million Copies Sold. The Da Vinci Code is an extraordinary reading experience that millions around the world have discovered.

The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova

The Historian

By:

You, perceptive reader, I leave my history Late one night. While exploring her father's library, an 18-year-old finds an old book and a cache with yellowing letters.

Northern Lights by Nora Roberts

Northern Lights

By:

Nora Roberts, #1 New York Times Bestseller, will fly you to Lunacy, Alaska. She will then take you on a compelling, colorful novel about two lonely people who seek love and redemption...

October 23, 2005: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 23, 2005 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Advance Wars: Dual Strike

Advance Wars: Dual Strike

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Turn-based tactics

Publisher: Nintendo

Darkwatch: Curse of the West

Darkwatch: Curse of the West

Platform: PlayStation 2, Xbox

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: NA Capcom; EU Ubisoft

Dead or Alive 4

Dead or Alive 4

Platform: Xbox 360

Genre: Fighting game

Publisher: Tecmo

EyeToy: Chat

EyeToy: Chat

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: chat

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

Pac 'n Roll

Pac 'n Roll

Platform: Nintendo DS, Wii (part of Namco Museum Remix and Namco Museum Megamix)

Genre: Platformer

Publisher: Namco

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Who was the US President on October 23, 2005?

On October 23, 2005 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 23, 2005?

On October 23, 2005 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on October 23, 2005?

On October 23, 2005 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about October 23rd?

October 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of October. 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 October 23rd, such as:

  • 2018 - Ancient black sea shipwrecks: a team of scientists who work in the black sea reported on the discovery of a classical greek trade ship that was built around 400 bc. it is the oldest intact shipwreck.
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi: after 5 months of fighting, the philippines armed forces announces an end of military operations in marawi's southern region.
  • 2016 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemeni capital sana'a continue after a cease-fire.

Find out more about October 23rd

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What happened in 2005?

2005 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Police kill Jean Charles de Menezes as they begin to hunt for London Bombers who were responsible for the 7/7/2005 London bombings and 21/7/2005 London bombings.
  • Yasser Aramfat is replaced as the head of the Palestine Liberation Organization by elections. Rawhi Fattouh succeeds him.
  • Donald Kagin and Steven Contursi purchased the rare (US) 1787 Brasher Gold Doubloon for US$2,990,000. This is the third highest auction price for a rare coin.

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What was the calendar for October 2005?

October 2005 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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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