What happened on Wednesday May 31, 2017?

About May 31st, 2017, in brief:

  • Historical events: A devastating car bomb exploded in a crowded intersection in Kabul near the German embassy during rush hour, resulting in a massive loss of life and numerous injuries. The attack targeted a highly secure area in the city center, causing widespread destruction and chaos.
  • Day of the week: May 31st, 2017 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
  • #1 US song: Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber
  • Popular movie: Hacksaw Ridge directed by Mel Gibson

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May 31, 2017: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 31, 2017:

  • Kabul Bombing Near German Embassy A devastating car bomb exploded in a crowded intersection in Kabul near the German embassy during rush hour, resulting in a massive loss of life and numerous injuries. The attack targeted a highly secure area in the city center, causing widespread destruction and chaos.
  • Pentagon Missile Defense System Test The U.S. military successfully conducted a missile defense system test, shooting down a mock intercontinental ballistic missile over the Pacific Ocean. The test, launched from Vandenberg Air Force Base, was described as a 'critical milestone' in the nation's defense capabilities.
  • Iranian Presidential Election 2017 The Guardian Council officially confirmed the reelection of incumbent President Hassan Rouhani for a second four-year term, signaling continuity in Iran's political leadership and potential diplomatic strategies.
  • Kenya's Major Railway Infrastructure Project The Mombasa-Nairobi Standard Gauge Railway was officially opened, representing the largest infrastructure project in East Africa since the country's independence. This significant transportation development marks a milestone in Kenya's economic development.
  • White House Communications Director Resigns Michael Dubke, a veteran Republican strategist, announced his resignation as White House communications director. His departure came amid speculation of potential staff changes in the Trump administration and ongoing controversies surrounding the White House.
  • CBS Parts Ways with Scott Pelley CBS terminated its agreement with Scott Pelley as anchor of CBS Evening News, though he will continue to work as a correspondent for 60 Minutes. This marked a significant change in the network's news leadership.

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May 31, 2017: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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May 31, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 31, 2017:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $80.94
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $153.97
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $70.53
  • General Electric GE: opens at $27.33
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $152.03

Exchange Rates on May 31, 2017:

  • 1 USD = 0.8895 EUR
  • 1 USD = 110.833 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.7769 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3467 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3497 CAD
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What day of the week was May 31, 2017?


May 31, 2017 was a Wednesday and it was the 151st day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 31, 2017 can also be written as 5/31/2017 in the US and as 31/5/2017 in UK and Europe.

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May 31, 2017: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 31, 2017:

  • Fred J. Koenekamp

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May 31, 2017: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 31, 2017 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 29th and June 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

May 31, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 31, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the music chart for the week May 29th and June 4th.

  1. - Despacito youtube
  2. - That's What I Like youtube
  3. - I'm The One youtube
  4. - Shape Of You youtube
  5. - Humble. youtube

May 31, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 31, 2017 was That's What I Like by Bruno Mars, according to the music chart for the week May 29th and June 4th.

  1. - That's What I Like youtube
  2. - I'm The One youtube
  3. - Humble. youtube
  4. - Mask Off youtube
  5. - XO TOUR Llif3
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May 31, 2017: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 31st is Gemini.

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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 31, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 31, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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May 31, 2017: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 31, 2017 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 31, 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 31, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 46% full, rising at 11:45 am and setting at 01:26 am.

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

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How old is someone born on May 31, 2017?


Someone born on May 31, 2017 is:

8 years and 5 days old,

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or 418 weeks and 1 day old,

or 2927 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 31, 2017?

There are 360 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 31st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 31, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on May 31, 2017.

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