What happened on Thursday March 31, 2005?

Here's what happened on March 31, 2005:

• UN Millennium Ecosystem Assessment Warns of Global Environmental Crisis The UN-backed Millennium Ecosystem Assessment reported substantial and potentially irreversible biodiversity loss, warning of critical risks to basic resources like water, food, and timber.
• Breakthrough in Brain-Computer Interface Technology Matthew Nagle, a paralyzed man, became the first person to use a brain microchip that allows him to control electronic devices through thought, marking a significant advancement in assistive technology.
• Pope John Paul II's Critical Health Condition Pope John Paul II's health dramatically deteriorated, with high fever and low blood sugar, leading to the administration of Last Rites, signaling the pontiff's declining condition.
• Terri Schiavo Right-to-Die Case Terri Schiavo became a pivotal figure in the American right-to-die movement, sparking intense national debate about medical ethics, patient autonomy, and end-of-life decisions.
• Paul Wolfowitz Confirmed as World Bank President Paul Wolfowitz, former deputy defense secretary and key Iraq War advocate, was unanimously confirmed to lead the World Bank, marking a significant leadership transition.
• Iraqi Child Malnutrition Rates Surge UN data revealed a dramatic increase in malnutrition rates among Iraqi children under 5 years old since the US-led invasion, highlighting the humanitarian consequences of the conflict.
• Angola Marburg Virus Outbreak The Marburg virus outbreak in Angola continued to escalate, with the death toll rising to 127, highlighting the severe public health crisis in the region.
• FDLR Rebels Announce End of Armed Struggle Members of the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR) declared an end to their armed struggle, signaling potential progress towards peace in the aftermath of the Second Congo War.
• Malta Celebrates British Troop Departure Anniversary Malta commemorated the 26th anniversary of the last British troops leaving the island, marking a significant milestone in the nation's post-colonial history.
• Neil Young's Health Scare Musician Neil Young collapsed on a New York street after recent brain aneurysm surgery, revealing his medical condition and canceling his Juno Awards appearance.
• California Sales Tax Amnesty Program Deadline The final day to apply for the Sales Tax Amnesty Program at the California State Board of Equalization, offering businesses an opportunity to resolve outstanding tax issues.

Events in 2005

March 31, 2005: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Mar. 31, 2005

March 31, 2005: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on March 31, 2005:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $59.66
• Apple AAPL: opens at $42.45
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $24.25
• General Electric GE: opens at $36.10
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $90.46

Exchange Rates on March 31, 2005:

• 1 USD = 107.11 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.2101 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.196 CHF
• 1 EUR = 139.0 JPY
• 1 EUR = 0.6857 GBP

March 31, 2005 was a Thursday and it was the 90th day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 31, 2005 can also be written as 3/31/2005 in the US and as 31/3/2005 in UK and Europe.

March 31, 2005 in March 2005 calendar

Famous people died on March 31, 2005:

• Terri Schiavo

  Terri Schiavo was at the center of a landmark right-to-die legal case that captivated the United States, involving complex medical ethics,...

• Stanley J. Korsmeyer

  American oncologist and academic (b. 1951).

Famous people who died in 2005

Famous people who died on March 31st

March 31, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 31, 2005 was Candy Shop by 50 Cent, according to the music chart for the week March 28th and April 3rd.

1. 50 Cent - Candy Shop
2. Green Day - Boulevard Of Broken Dreams
3. Frankie J. - Obsession (No Es Amor)
4. Kelly Clarkson - Since U Been Gone
5. 50 Cent - Disco Inferno

March 31, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 31, 2005 was (Is This The Way To) Amarillo by Tony Christie featuring Peter Kay, according to the music chart for the week March 28th and April 3rd.

1. Tony Christie featuring Peter Kay - (Is This The Way To) Amarillo
2. Mario - Let Me Love You
3. Will Smith - Switch
4. 50 Cent - Candy Shop
5. McFly - All About You / You've Got A Friend

March 31, 2005: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 31, 2005 was Candy Shop by 50 Cent Featuring Olivia, according to the music chart for the week March 28th and April 3rd.

1. 50 Cent Featuring Olivia - Candy Shop
2. Fantasia - Truth Is
3. Mario - Let Me Love You
4. The Game Featuring 50 Cent - Hate It Or Love It
5. John Legend - Ordinary People

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 31st is Aries.

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March 31, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 31, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 31, 2005 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 31, 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 March 31, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 54% full, rising at 12:06 am and setting at 09:53 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 25, 2005 while the next full moon would come on Apr 24, 2005.

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Your place in the Universe on March 31, 2005

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Someone born on March 31, 2005 is:

19 years 9 months old,

or 237 months and 23 days old,

or 1034 weeks

or 7238 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 31, 2005?

There are 67 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday March 31st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 31, 2005?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on March 31, 2005.

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