What happened on Friday May 27, 2005?

Here's what happened on May 27, 2005:

• Qur'an Desecration Protests Widespread protests erupted in Egypt, Pakistan, and Jordan after the US military admitted to mishandling the Qur'an, causing significant diplomatic tension and highlighting cultural sensitivities.
• Islamabad Mosque Bombing A devastating bomb explosion near a mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan, resulted in 14 fatalities, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the region.
• Schapelle Corby Drug Smuggling Conviction Australian Schapelle Corby was sentenced to 20 years in Kerobokan Prison in Bali, Indonesia, after being convicted of drug smuggling. Her case drew significant international media attention and sparked debates about judicial processes in Indonesia.
• European Constitution Ratification The German Bundesrat ratified the Treaty establishing a Constitution for Europe, marking a significant step in European political integration efforts.
• Pascal Lamy Appointed WTO Director General The 148 members of the World Trade Organization officially appointed Pascal Lamy, a former EU Trade Commissioner, as the organization's 5th Director General.
• Saudi King Fahd's Health Concerns Saudi Arabia's King Fahd was admitted to the hospital for medical tests. Unofficial sources reported that the King was experiencing respiratory complications, specifically fluid in his lungs, signaling potential serious health issues.
• Whaling Lawsuit Rejected The Federal Court of Australia rejected a lawsuit by Humane Society International against a Japanese whaling company, citing potential international conflict. The organization alleged illegal whaling in Antarctic waters near Australia.
• Death of Eddie Albert, American Actor Eddie Albert, a renowned American actor known for his versatile roles in film, television, and stage, passed away. Born in 1906, Albert was a significant figure in entertainment, famous for his roles in 'Green Acres' and as a two-time Oscar nominee.
• US Billboard Number 1 Song 'Hollaback Girl' by Gwen Stefani topped the US music charts on May 27, 2005.

Events in 2005

May 27, 2005: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from May. 27, 2005

May 27, 2005: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 27, 2005:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $56.40
• Apple AAPL: opens at $40.64
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $25.83
• General Electric GE: opens at $36.92
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $77.11

Exchange Rates on May 27, 2005:

• 1 USD = 108.01 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.2531 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.231 CHF
• 1 EUR = 135.74 JPY
• 1 EUR = 0.6897 GBP

May 27, 2005: What were the main match results that day?

Division 2 - Football (France)

• Amiens - Gueugnon : 4 - 0
• Angers - Chateauroux : 1 - 2
• Clermont - Le Mans : 0 - 0
• Creteil - Reims : 4 - 0
• Dijon - Laval : 0 - 0

Serie B - Football (Italy)

• Bari - Pescara : 1 - 1

May 27, 2005 was a Friday and it was the 147th day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 27, 2005 can also be written as 5/27/2005 in the US and as 27/5/2005 in UK and Europe.

May 27, 2005 in May 2005 calendar

May 27, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 27, 2005 was Hollaback Girl by Gwen Stefani, according to the music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.

1. Gwen Stefani - Hollaback Girl
2. Mariah Carey - We Belong Together
3. Ciara - Oh
4. 50 Cent - Just A Lil Bit
5. The Game - Hate It Or Love It

May 27, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 27, 2005 was Lonely by Akon, according to the music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.

1. Akon - Lonely
2. Tony Christie featuring Peter Kay - (Is This The Way To) Amarillo
3. Snoop Dogg featuring Charlie Wilson & Justin Timberlake - Signs
4. Gorillaz - Feel Good Inc
5. Bodyrockers - I Like The Way

May 27, 2005: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 27, 2005 was Slow Down by Bobby Valentino, according to the music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.

1. Bobby Valentino - Slow Down
2. Mariah Carey - We Belong Together
3. Ciara Featuring Ludacris - Oh
4. 50 Cent - Just A Lil Bit
5. Ying Yang Twins - Wait (The Whisper Song)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 27th is Gemini.

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May 27, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 27, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 27, 2005 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 27, 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 May 27, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 71% full, rising at 11:56 pm and setting at 10:14 am.

The previous full moon was on May 23, 2005 while the next full moon would come on Jun 22, 2005.

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Someone born on May 27, 2005 is:

19 years 11 months old,

or 239 months and 6 days old,

or 1040 weeks and 1 day old,

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