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US date format: 5/31/2004, UK date format: 31/5/2004
The day of the week was Monday, under the astrological sign of Gemini (see Chinese Zodiac and Moon Sign on May 31, 2004).
The number one song in US was Burn by Usher. F**k It (I Don't Want You Back) by Eamon was #1 song in the UK.
Shattered Glass, directed by Billy Ray, was one of the most viewed movie released in 2004 while The Narrows by Michael Connelly was one of the best selling book.
On TV people were watching Salem's Lot. If you liked videogames you were probably playing EyeToy: Monkey Mania or Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War.
The US president was George W. Bush (Republican), the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour), Pope St John Paul II was leading the Catholic Church.
But much more happened that day: find out below.
Events | Famous Deaths | Zodiac | Calendar and Day of Week | Movies | TV Series | Music charts | Magazine covers | Books | Videogames
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May 31, 2004 Events
What happened on May 31, 2004?
Historical Events
- Memorial Day: President Bush pays tribute to the war dead from past conflicts and declares that "two terror regimes" are gone in Iraq and Afghanistan, as US casualties rise to over 1,000.
- The current deputy prime minister of Singapore, Lee Hsien Loong is supported by the People's Action Party, son of former Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew.
- During evening prayers, a bomb explodes in a Shi'a Mosque in Karachi, Pakistan. The explosion kills around 15 people, injures dozens more, and causes serious damage to the building. Rioting Shiites then take to the streets.
- As a result of an Israeli pullout, the U.S. and Egypt are concerned about an Islamist takeover in Gaza Strip. As Prime Minister Sharon faces opposition from Netanyahu, they debate the role Arafat.
See also
What happened on May 31 in history? Find out the list of May 31st major events
What was 2004 famous for? Discover everything about 2004
May 31, 2004 Famous Deaths
Who died on May 31, 2004?
French songwriter and screenwriter (Born 1941).
American musician, an influential punk guitarist during the late 20th century despite technically having only two albums to his credit.
Other May 31st famous deaths
American professor, guru of the 1960's drug culture who coined the phrase, "Turn on, tune in, drop out.
German Lieutenant Colonel in the SS who drew up a "doomsday book" of 11 million Jews scheduled for extermination.
French artist, a contemporary representative of American sculpture.
German Nazi executive, leader of the S.D.
May 31, 2004 Day of the Week and Calendar
What day of the week was May 31, 2004?
The day of the week was Monday.
May 31st marks the 151st day of the Gregorian calendar for the year 2004.
There are 214 days remaining until the end of the year. Calculate the number of days between two dates.
Movies
Which were the most popular Movies released in those months?
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Shattered Glass
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Billy Ray
Starring: Hayden Christensen, Chloë Sevigny, Steve Zahn, Peter Sarsgaard
Country: United States of America
Runaway Jury
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Gary Fleder
Starring: John Cusack, Rachel Weisz, Gene Hackman, Dustin Hoffman
Country: United States of America
Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Rawson Marshall Thurber
Starring: Ben Stiller, Christine Taylor, Vince Vaughn, Rip Torn
Country: United States of America
The Interpreter
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Sydney Pollack
Starring: Nicole Kidman, Sean Penn, Catherine Keener, Jesper Christensen
Country: United States of America
Dirty Deeds
Release year: 2004
Directed by: David Caesar
Starring: Bryan Brown, Toni Collette, John Goodman, Sam Neill
Country: United States of America
Music charts
What was the number one song on May 31, 2004? Which were the top hits on May 31, 2004?
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Top #5 songs in the USA
- Usher - Burn
- Mario Winans - I Don't Wanna Know
- Beyonce - Naughty Girl
- Usher - Yeah!
- Hoobastank - The Reason
Top #5 songs in the UK
- Eamon - F**k It (I Don't Want You Back)
- Frankee - FURB (F U Right Back)
- D12 - My Band
- Anastacia - Left Outside Alone
- Maroon 5 - This Love
Top #5 R&B songs
- Usher - Burn
- Twista - Overnight Celebrity
- Alicia Keys - If I Ain't Got You
- Usher - Confessions Part II
- Mario Winans Featuring Enya & P. Diddy - I Don't Wanna Know
Top #5 Latin songs
- Jennifer Pena - Vivo Y Muero En Tu Piel
- Rey Ruiz - Creo En El Amor
- Paulina Rubio - Te Quise Tanto
- Franco de Vita - Tu De Que Vas
- Marco Antonio Solis - Mas Que Tu Amigo
TV Series
Which were the most popular TV Series released in those months?
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Salem's Lot
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Tobe Hooper
Imperium
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Daniel Ragussis
Shorties Watchin' Shorties
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Eric Brown
Iron Chef America: Battle of the Masters
Release year: 2004
George and the Dragon
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Tom Reeve
Magazine Covers
What news were making the headlines those days in May 2004?
- Time: TIME Magazine Cover: D-Day -- May 31, 2004
- SportsIllustrated: Sports Illustrated: no.9990
- EW: Entertainment Weekly: no.767
- Wired: Wired - May, 2004
- RollingStone: Usher
- LIFE: explore magazine covers
Books
Which were the most popular books released in the last weeks?
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The Narrows
By: Michael Connelly
Rachel Walling, an FBI agent, finally receives the call that she has feared for years: the one telling her that the Poet has risen. Formerly known as Rachel Walling, she has never forgotten the serial killer who weaved lines of …
The Jane Austen Book Club
By: Karen Joy Fowler
Five women and one man meet in California's central Valley to discuss Jane Austen's novels. They spend six months together and have affairs, marriages, and relationships that are not right for them.
Just One Look
By: Harlan Coben
A simple snapshot can cause a mother's entire world to collapse in a matter of seconds. Grace Lawson picks up her children from school and looks through a new set of photos.
Plan Of Attack
By: Dale Brown
A new enemy is at work. . The destruction of a Russian base by U.S. robotic warplanes has awakened the bear. America must pay a horrible price.
Nighttime Is My Time
By: Mary Higgins Clark
Mary Higgins Clark is the "Queen of Suspense", a captivating tale of suspense and secrets. Jean Sheridan, a historian, returns to Cornwall-on-Hudson in New York, excited about her 20-year reunion at Stonecroft Academy.
Videogames
What videogames would you be playing back in the days?
EyeToy: Monkey Mania
Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War
Carmen Sandiego: The Secret of the Stolen Drums
Battlefield Vietnam
Around the World in 80 Days
Financial News
Stock Markets and Exchange Rates
Exchange Rates
- 1 USD = 109.25 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.3616 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.253 CHF
- 1 EUR = 133.31 JPY
- 1 EUR = 0.6654 GBP
Frequently Asked Questions
What day of the week was on May 31, 2004?
On May 31, 2004 the day of the week was Monday.
What zodiac sign is May 31, 2004?
On May 31, 2004 the zodiac sign was Gemini.
Who was the US President on May 31, 2004?
On May 31, 2004 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 31, 2004?
On May 31, 2004 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 31, 2004?
On May 31, 2004 Pope St John Paul II was leading the Catholic Church.
Which famous people died on May 31, 2004?
Famous people died on May 31, 2004 include, Etienne Roda-Gil, Robert Quine, Étienne Roda-Gil.
What was the number one song in May 31, 2004?
The number one song in the week of May 31, 2004 was Burn by Usher in US and F**k It (I Don't Want You Back) by Eamon in UK.
What were the top hits on May 31, 2004?
The top hits on May 31, 2004 were Burn by Usher, I Don't Wanna Know by Mario Winans, Naughty Girl by Beyonce in US and F**k It (I Don't Want You Back) by Eamon, FURB (F U Right Back) by Frankee, My Band by D12 in UK.
