What happened on Sunday May 28, 2017?

Here's what happened on May 28, 2017:

• Marawi Crisis Intensifies The Philippine military reported discovering 16 bodies during the Marawi crisis, believed to be victims of the ISIL-affiliated Abu Sayyaf group. After six days of intense fighting, the death toll had reached 95, including 19 civilians, highlighting the severe conflict in the region.
• 2017 Sri Lankan Flood and Landslide Devastating natural disaster struck Sri Lanka, with heavy rains causing severe flooding and landslides. The catastrophe resulted in at least 126 deaths, 97 missing persons, and displaced over 100,000 people, creating a significant humanitarian crisis.
• Merkel Calls for European Independence In a significant political statement, German Chancellor Angela Merkel delivered a speech in Munich suggesting that Europe should no longer rely on its traditional allies, signaling a potential shift in international diplomatic relations.
• Takuma Sato Wins Indianapolis 500 Japanese driver Takuma Sato made history by becoming the first Japanese and Asian driver to win the prestigious Indianapolis 500 race. During the event, double world champion Fernando Alonso was forced to retire due to an engine issue in his first entry.
• North Korea Tests Anti-Aircraft Missile North Korean state media reported a test of 'a new type of anti-aircraft guided weapon' under the direct observation of leader Kim Jong Un, further escalating tensions in the region.
• Philippines Ends Peace Talks Following President Rodrigo Duterte's declaration of martial law in Mindanao, the Philippine government terminated ongoing peace negotiations with the Communist Party, escalating political tensions in the region.
• The Square Wins Palme d'Or Swedish film 'The Square', directed by Ruben Östlund, won the prestigious Palme d'Or award at the 2017 Cannes Film Festival, highlighting the international recognition of Nordic cinema.
• 2017 Mississippi Shootings A tragic mass shooting occurred in rural Mississippi, resulting in eight deaths, including a deputy from the Lincoln County Sheriff's Department. The suspect was taken into custody, claiming a desire for 'suicide-by-cop'.
• Russian MC-21 Airliner's First Flight The Russian-manufactured Irkut MC-21 airliner completed its maiden flight, marking a significant milestone in Russia's commercial aviation industry and technological development.

Events in 2017

May 28, 2017: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from May. 28, 2017

May 28, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on May 28, 2017:

• 1 USD = 0.8941 EUR
• 1 USD = 111.216 JPY
• 1 USD = 0.7802 GBP
• 1 USD = 1.3436 AUD
• 1 USD = 1.3448 CAD

May 28, 2017: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

• Cagliari - Milan : 2 - 1
• Crotone - Lazio : 3 - 1
• Fiorentina - Pescara : 2 - 2
• Inter - Udinese : 5 - 2
• Palermo - Empoli : 2 - 1

La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)

• Alcorcon - Tenerife : 1 - 3
• Cordoba - Oviedo : 4 - 2
• Elche - Reus Deportiu : 1 - 1
• Gimnastic - Girona : 3 - 1
• Mallorca - Numancia : 0 - 0

Futbol Ligi 1 - Football (Turkey)

• Bursaspor - Genclerbirligi : 1 - 2
• Gaziantepspor - Besiktas : 0 - 4
• Karabukspor - Kayserispor : 2 - 2
• Osmanlispor - Rizespor : 1 - 2

May 28, 2017 was a Sunday and it was the 148th day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 28, 2017 can also be written as 5/28/2017 in the US and as 28/5/2017 in UK and Europe.

May 28, 2017 in May 2017 calendar

Famous people died on May 28, 2017:

• Frank Deford

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May 28, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 28, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

1. Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber - Despacito
2. Bruno Mars - That's What I Like
3. DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne - I'm The One
4. Ed Sheeran - Shape Of You
5. Kendrick Lamar - Humble.

May 28, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 28, 2017 was That's What I Like by Bruno Mars, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

1. Bruno Mars - That's What I Like
2. DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne - I'm The One
3. Kendrick Lamar - Humble.
4. Future - Mask Off
5. Lil Uzi Vert - XO TOUR Llif3

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 28th is Gemini.

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May 28, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 28, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 28, 2017 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 28, 2017 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 28, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 15% full, rising at 08:27 am and setting at 11:18 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 10, 2017 while the next full moon would come on Jun 09, 2017.

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Your place in the Universe on May 28, 2017

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Someone born on May 28, 2017 is:

7 years 10 months old,

or 94 months and 26 days old,

or 412 weeks and 3 days old,

or 2887 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 28, 2017?

There are 35 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 28th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 28, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on May 28, 2017.

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