Saturday May 24, 2014: Zodiac, Events, Birthdays and Holidays

US date format: 5/24/2014, UK date format: 24/5/2014

May 24th, 2014 was the 144th day of the year 2014 in the Gregorian calendar, under the sign of Gemini. The day of the week was Saturday.

Famous birthdays on this day include Jewish shooting .

The number one song in US was All Of Me by John Legend.

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, directed by Guy Ritchie, was one of the most viewed movie released in 2014 while Heaven Is for Real by Todd Burpo with Lynn Vincent was one of the best selling book.

On TV people were watching La Malquerida. If you liked videogames you were probably playing Asphalt Overdrive or Blade Symphony.

The US president was Barack Obama (Democrat), the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative), Pope Francis was leading the Catholic Church.

But much more happened that day: find out below.

You can also have a look at May 24 across the years or at May 2014 calendar.

May 24, 2014 Events

What happened on May 24, 2014?

Historical Events

Al-Qaeda insurgency: At least 27 people were killed in an al Qaeda raid on Seyoun, Hadramout province.
Al-Qaeda attacks on Seyoun, Hadramout province, have claimed the lives of at least 27 people.
Somali Civil War (2009-present).: At least 10 people were killed in an al-Shabaab-led attack on the Parliament of Somalia, Mogadishu. This includes police officers and militants.
At least 10 people were killed in an al-Shabaab-led attack on the Parliament of Somalia, Mogadishu. This includes police officers and militants.
Islamist insurgency: Boko Haram militants infiltrate three villages in northern Nigeria, killing 28.
28 people were killed when Boko Haram militants attacked three villages in northern Nigeria.
The Palme d'Or Award at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival goes to the Turkish film Winter Sleep, directed by Nuri Bilge Ciylan.
A magnitude 6.4 earthquake strikes the Aegean Sea, between Turkey and Greece. There are reports of severe damage to the Turkish island Gokceada as well as the cities of Edirne or Canakkale.
Pope Francis arrives in Amman (Jordan) for the first day on a three-day trip to the Middle East.
Mahafarid Khosravi was executed for orchestrating the biggest fraud case in Iran since 1979 Revolution.
Three people are killed in a shooting incident at the Jewish Museum of Belgium, Brussels, Belgium.
2014 Isla Vista shootings: Elliot Rodger is the name of the gunman suspected in the Santa Barbara killing spree on May 23, 2014.
2014 Thai coup d’etat: 35 more people were arrested by the Thai military, including prominent academics.
The Thai military has arrested 35 more people, including prominent academics.
European Parliament election: European Union voters go to the polls in a multi-day European Parliamentary Election. Voters today in Latvia, Malta and Slovakia as well as the Czech Republic are eligible to vote.
Voters in the European Union vote for a multi-day European Parliamentary Election. Voting is underway in Latvia, Malta and Slovakia.
Following his recent election win, Jacob Zuma has been sworn into office for a second term.
Malawian general election: President Joyce Banda cancels general elections in Malawi, where she was a candidate, due to alleged electoral irregularities.
Because of alleged electoral irregularities, the President of Malawi Joyce Banda cancels the general elections in Malawi where she was a candidate.
2014 Thai coup d’etat: Military leaders announce the dissolution the Thai Senate.
The military leaders announce that the Thai Senate will be dismantled.
North America experiences a meteor shower.
Real Madrid defeated Atletico Madrid 4-1 in extra-time in football's 2014 UEFA Champions League Final at Lisbon's Estadio da Luz. (BBC),
Toulon defeated Saracens 23-6 at the Heineken Cup final in rugby union. They successfully defended their title from last year.
T.J. Dillashaw defeated Renan Barao in mixed martial arts to become the Bantamweight champion.
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May 24, 2014 Famous Birthdays

Who was born on May 24, 2014?

Jewish shooting
Three people were killed and one more was injured when a gunman opened fire on the museum.

Other May 24th famous birthdays

Bob Dylan
American poet, musician, and songwriter.
Laure Sainclair
Eric Cantona
He was a French soccer player and one of the most gifted athletes of his generation.
Priscilla Presley
German-American actress, journalist, author, and business executive.

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How old am I?

If May 24, 2014 is your birthday you are 9 years old. Find out how old you are in years, months, weeks and days and how long until your next birthday on May 24.

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May 24, 2014 Famous Deaths

Other May 24th famous deaths

Paul Gray
American bassist Slipknot (Born 1972).
Harold Wilson
British politician who was elected Prime Minister on the resignation of Edward HeathaEUR(tm).
Willy Ley
German-born rocket scientist (Born in 1906).
Edward Mulhare
Cork City, Ireland -- Actor.

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May 24, 2014 Zodiac

Western Zodiac - Astrological Sign

Gemini

Gemini personality

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

Personality of May born

Chinese Zodiac

Sign: Horse

Element: Wood

Horse personality

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Can the numbers in May 24, 2014 reveal something about your future ? Find out

May 24, 2014 Day of the Week and Calendar

What day of the week was May 24, 2014?

The day of the week was Saturday.

May 24th marks the 143rd day of the Gregorian calendar for the year 2014.

There are 221 days remaining until the end of the year. Calculate the number of days between two dates.

May 2014 calendar

May	2014
Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
			1	2	3	4
5	6	7	8	9	10	11
12	13	14	15	16	17	18
19	20	21	22	23	24	25
26	27	28	29	30	31

May 24, 2014 Holidays and Observances

What is special on May 24, 2014?

Holidays

Aldersgate Day (Methodism).
Canada: Victoria Day, on this date or the Monday before it. In Quebec, it is known as National Patriotes Day (JournTe nationale des patriotes). The holiday is often referred to as "May Two-Four," -- a "two-four" being slang for a case of beer with 24 bottles or cans.
Bermuda: Bermuda Day.
Eritrea: National Day.
Macedonia: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Macedonian Script and Culture Day.
Mary, Help of the Christians
Bulgaria: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Bulgarian Education and Culture, and Slavonic Script Day.

Saints

Saints Donatianus and Rogatianus
Saint Amadl
Saint Suzanna
Saint Sarah is celebrated in Camargue, France by the Roma or Gypsies.

Music charts

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