What happened on Sunday May 26, 1957?

Here's what happened on May 26, 1957:

• Taipei Anti-American Riots Significant anti-American protests erupted in Taipei, Taiwan, reflecting rising tensions in the region during the Cold War era. These riots highlighted the complex geopolitical dynamics between the United States, Taiwan, and China, showcasing the volatile political climate of the time.
• Beverly Hanson Wins LPGA Land of Sky Golf Open Professional golfer Beverly Hanson secured victory at the LPGA Land of Sky Golf Open, demonstrating her skill and prowess in women's professional golf during the mid-1950s. This tournament was part of the early development of women's professional golf in the United States.

Events in 1957

May 26, 1957: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from May. 26, 1957

May 26, 1957 was a Sunday and it was the 146th day of the year 1957 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 26, 1957 can also be written as 5/26/1957 in the US and as 26/5/1957 in UK and Europe.

May 26, 1957 in May 1957 calendar

Famous people born on May 26, 1957:

• Margaret Colin

  Accomplished American actress known for roles in popular films like Independence Day and comedies such as Three Men & a Baby.

• François Legault

  Current Premier of Quebec, leader of the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) political party, and prominent Canadian politician.

• Diomedes Díaz

  Renowned Colombian vallenato singer-songwriter who was highly influential in Latin American music before his tragic death in 2013.

• Gilles Pélisson
• Ala al-Aswany
• Mary Bell
• Uğur Yücel

Famous people born in 1957

Famous people born on May 26th

Famous people died on May 26, 1957:

• Giovanni Jacono

Famous people who died in 1957

Famous people who died on May 26th

May 26, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 1957 was All Shook Up by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

1. Elvis Presley - All Shook Up
2. The Diamonds - Little Darlin'
3. Perry Como - Round And Round
4. Ferlin Husky - Gone
5. Marty Robbins - A White Sport Coat (And A Pink Carnation)

May 26, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 26, 1957 was Butterfly by Andy Williams, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

1. Andy Williams - Butterfly
2. Guy Mitchell - Rock-A-Billy
3. Lonnie Donegan - Cumberland Gap
4. Nat 'King' Cole - When I Fall In Love
5. Harry Belafonte - The Banana Boat Song

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th 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 26, 1957: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 1957 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 26, 1957 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 1957 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 26, 1957 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 03:33 am and setting at 06:34 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 13, 1957 while the next full moon would come on Jun 12, 1957.

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Your place in the Universe on May 26, 1957

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Someone born on May 26, 1957 is:

68 years 1 month old,

or 817 months and 9 days old,

or 3553 weeks and 6 days old,

or 24877 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 26, 1957?

There are 326 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 26th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 26, 1957?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 26, 1957.

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