Friday May 26, 2006: on this day

May 26, 2006 was the 146th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Friday.

Is May 26, 2006 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 26, 2006, who was born and died on May 26, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 26, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. SOS by Rihanna), movies (e.g. Shooter, directed by Antoine Fuqua), TV series (e.g. Orange Roughies) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 26th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 26, 2006?


May 26, 2006 was a Friday and it was the 146th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 26, 2006 can also be written as 5/26/2006 in the US and as 26/5/2006 in UK and Europe.

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May 26, 2006: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 26, 2006:

  • Over 5,700 people are killed and 200,000 are left homeless by the java earthquake in may 2006.
  • Las vegas sands won the bid to build the marina bay sands, the first integrated casino in singapore. its cost was more than s$5billion.
  • Lincoln hall, a well-known australian mountain climber, is believed to have died at mount everest. however, he is later said to be alive after surviving a night without oxygen near the summit.
  • Berlin hauptbahnhof is europe's largest station for trains. it was opened in berlin by chancellor angela merkel and hartmut mehdorn, deutsche bahn chairman, and gunter verheugen, industrial commissioner of european union. this station serves as the hub for routes between stockholm and rome, paris and moscow. every day, 1,200 trains will depart or arrive. it is estimated that the station will cost eur800 million.
  • Mahmoud al majzoub, a leader in the palestinian islamic jihad is also killed in a car bombing, along with his brother nidal.
  • After reports that what sounded like gunfire had reached the us capitol police, the united states capitol building complex in washington, d.c., has been locked down. as a result of a report that at least one person saw a gunman inside the rayburn house office building gym, the united states senate was in session. the sound could have been that of a pneumatic hammer, according to police.
  • When gunfire broke out, the united states senate was in session. brett m. kavanaugh and michael v. hayden were confirmed as united states court of appels judges for the dc circuit.
  • Dirk kempthorne was also confirmed by the united states senate as the new secretary of the interior. this vote was carried by voice vote. gale norton, the previous secretary, had resigned. lynn scarlett was acting as acting secretary, until a nominee could have been confirmed.

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May 26, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 26, 2006:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $61.53
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $64.31
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $23.77
  • General Electric GE: opens at $34.47
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $80.16

Exchange Rates on May 26, 2006:

  • 1 USD = 112.69 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.107 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2273 CHF
  • 1 USD = 8.0225 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 143.38 JPY
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May 26, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th 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 26, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on May 26th, 2006 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 26, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 26, 2006 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 2006 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, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 04:38 am and setting at 09:22 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 13, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Jun 11, 2006.

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Who was born on May 26, 2006?


Famous people born on May 26, 2006:

  • Kingston Rossdale

    Lead singer of the band Bush.

Whose famous birthday is on May 26th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 26th:

  • Lauryn Hill
    Lauryn Hill

    Lauryn hill is a grammy-winning r&b singer known for her powerful vocals and socially conscious lyrics.

  • Helena Bonham Carter
    Helena Bonham Carter

    Helena bonham carter is an english actress known for her versatile and eccentric roles in films such as 'fight club', 'the king's speech',...

  • Pam Grier
    Pam Grier

    Pam grier is an american actress known for her roles in iconic 1970s blaxploitation films such as 'coffy' and 'foxy brown'.

  • Corinne Le Poulain
    Corinne Le Poulain

    French actress on stage, film, and tv, niece of jean le poulain.

  • James Arness
    James Arness

    American actor best known for his tv series, "gunsmoke," 1955-1975.

  • Peter Cushing
    Peter Cushing

    England, united kingdom -- actor.

  • Peggy Lee
    Peggy Lee

    American singer, songwriter and arranger.

  • Elisabeth Harnois
    Elisabeth Harnois

    American actress.

  • Margaret Colin
    Margaret Colin

    Actress (independence day: three men & a baby).

  • Nicki Aycox
    Nicki Aycox

    Nicki Aycox is an actress who has appeared in various TV shows and movies.

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May 26, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 17 years 10 months old,

or 214 months and 2 days old,

or 930 weeks and 6 days old,

or 6516 days old,

if you were born on May 26, 2006.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 26, 2006?

There are 59 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 26th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 26, 2006?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 26, 2006.

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May 26, 2006: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 26, 2006:

  • Anita Roberts

    Anita Roberts was a prominent biochemist who made significant contributions to the field of cell signaling.

  • Kevin O'Flanagan

    Irish footballer, rugby player, and physician (d. 2006).

  • Édouard Michelin

    French industrialist.

  • Renato Scala
  • Ted Schroeder
  • Bianca Garufi

What famous deaths happened on May 26th?

Famous deaths on May 26th:

  • Ray Liotta
    Ray Liotta

    American actor seen in "lethal weapon", and "goodfellas.

  • Art Linkletter
    Art Linkletter

    Canadian entertainer.

  • Jean Constantin
    Jean Constantin

    French singer-songwriter and composer of over 300 songs.

  • George Brent
    George Brent

    Actor (baby face.

  • Sharon Lynn
    Sharon Lynn

    Actress (way out west big broadcast), dies aged 53.

  • Cybele

    Ancient Phrygian and Greek goddess associated with nature, fertility, and the Great Mother.

  • Phinneas Newborn

    Renowned basketball player known for his exceptional skills on the court.

  • Zeki Velidi Togan

    Renowned historian known for his works on Turkic history.

  • Fount Haines

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.

  • Adamae Davis

    Renowned jazz singer and performer.

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May 26, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 26, 2006:

  • Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
  • Georgia - National Day
  • Poland - Mother's Day
  • Australia - National Sorry Day

Saints celebrated on May 26, 2006:

  • Saint Germain of Paris
  • Saint William of Aquitaine
  • Saint Simitrius
  • Saint Philip Neri (died 1595)
  • Saint Lambert (d.1154)
  • Saint Berenger (died 1093)
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May 26, 2006: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 26, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 22nd and May 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 26, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 2006 was SOS by Rihanna, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

May 26, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 26, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - SOS youtube
  2. - Bad Day youtube
  3. - Ridin'
  4. - Temperature youtube
  5. - Where'd You Go

May 26, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 26, 2006 was Crazy by Gnarls Barkley, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

May 26, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 26, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Crazy
  2. - From Paris To Berlin
  3. - SOS youtube
  4. - Control Myself
  5. - Dani California

May 26, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 26, 2006 was What You Know by T.I., according to the R&B music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

May 26, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 26, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - What You Know
  2. - Enough Cryin
  3. - It's Goin' Down
  4. - When You're Mad
  5. - Gettin' Some

May 26, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 26, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira Featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

May 26, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 26, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Hips Don't Lie
  2. - Caile
  3. - Down
  4. - Lo Que Son Las Cosas
  5. - Noche De Sexo

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May 26, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 26, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Shooter

Shooter

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Antoine Fuqua

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Michael Peña, Rhona Mitra, Danny Glover

Country: United States of America

Fracture

Fracture

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Gregory Hoblit

Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Ryan Gosling, David Strathairn, Rosamund Pike

Country: United States of America

Bridge to Terabithia

Bridge to Terabithia

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Gabor Csupo

Starring: Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Zooey Deschanel, Robert Patrick

Country: United States of America

The Kingdom

The Kingdom

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Peter Berg

Starring: Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman

Country: United States of America

Hairspray

Hairspray

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Adam Shankman

Starring: John Travolta, Queen Latifah, Nikki Blonsky, Michelle Pfeiffer

Country: United States of America

May 26, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 26, 2006 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Orange Roughies

Orange Roughies

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Chris Bailey

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Release year: 2006

High Hopes

High Hopes

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Joe Eckardt

Sable noir

Sable noir

Release year: 2006

Conviction

Conviction

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Tony Goldwyn

May 26, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 26, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Marley & Me by John Grogan

Marley & Me

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This is the heartwarming story of a family who lost their dog to neurotic behavior.

Everyman by Philip Roth

Everyman

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Philip Roth's novel, "The Plot Against America," is an intimate, yet universal tale of loss, regret and stoicism. The bestselling author of The Plot Against America has now turned his attention to "one family".

Dark Harbor by Stuart Woods

Dark Harbor

By:

Dark Harbor, Stuart Woods's latest bestseller, is a perfect blend of fast suspense and sexy intrigue that has won him countless fans over the years.

Digging To America by Anne Tyler

Digging To America

By:

Anne Tyler's most rich, deeply-searching novel. It is a story about American life and Maryam Yazdan, an Iranian-born woman who must come home after 35 years.

Myths, Lies, And Downright Stupidity by John Stossel

Myths, Lies, And Downright Stupidity

By:

John Stossel is a favorite of merica's investigative reporters and tackles some of our most beloved myths in his distinctive style. He challenges us to see life differently.

May 26, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 26, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Star Wars: Empire at War

Star Wars: Empire at War

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: LucasArts

After Burner Climax

After Burner Climax

Platform: Arcade, Xbox 360 (XBLA), PlayStation 3 (PSN), iOS, Android

Genre: Combat flight simulator, shoot 'em up

Publisher: Sega

Battlefield 2142

Battlefield 2142

Platform: Microsoft Windows, OS X

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Big Bumpin'

Big Bumpin'

Platform: Xbox, Xbox 360

Genre: Racing, Action

Publisher: King Games

3rd World Farmer

3rd World Farmer

Genre: Business Serious Games

Publisher: ArcadeTown, Newgrounds, Edmodo

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Who was the US President on May 26, 2006?

On May 26, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 2006?

On May 26, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 26, 2006?

On May 26, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about May 26th?

May 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:

  • 2019 - May 2019 kathmandu bombings - four people were killed and seven more were injured in three explosions that occurred in kathmandu, nepal. police suspect a maoist splinter organization may be responsible.
  • 2018 - 2018 lower puna eruption: many more properties destroyed by kilauea's continuing eruption.
  • 2017 - 2017 minya attack, gunmen open fire upon buses carrying coptic christians, minya governorate in egypt. at least 28 people were killed and dozens more were injured. according to state media, the egyptian air force attacked militant camps in eastern libya as a retaliation for the minya attack.

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What happened in 2006?

2006 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Sydney, Australia experiences the hottest New Year's Day ever recorded. The temperature reached 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit), sparking bushfires, and power outages.
  • A coal mine explosion in Sago, West Virginia kills 12 miners and leaves one in critical condition.
  • In the Sago Mine Disaster, near Buckhannon West Virginia, USA, twelve dead coal miners were found along with one survivor.

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What was the calendar for May 2006?

May 2006 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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