What happened on Wednesday May 26, 1999?

Here's what happened on May 26, 1999:

• Kargil War Begins The Indian Air Force launches a military operation against intruding Pakistan Army troops and militants in Kashmir, which escalates into the Kargil War - a significant conflict between India and Pakistan with serious geopolitical implications.
• Manchester United's Historic Treble Manchester United achieves an unprecedented feat by winning the UEFA Champions League at Barcelona's Nou Camp stadium, defeating Bayern Munich. This victory completes their historic treble, having already won the English Premier League and FA Cup in the same season - a remarkable achievement in football history.
• First Welsh Assembly in Centuries The first Welsh Assembly in over 600 years opens in Cardiff, marking a significant milestone in Welsh political devolution and self-governance. This event represents a major step in the region's democratic representation and autonomy.
• India's Cricket World Cup Victory India secures a decisive victory against Sri Lanka in the 1999 Cricket World Cup, winning by an impressive 157-run margin, showcasing their cricket prowess on the international stage.
• Averted School Shooting Plot A potential school shooting plot at Bridgman, Michigan is prevented, highlighting the ongoing challenges of school safety and the importance of early intervention in preventing potential violence.
• Paul Sacher's Passing Paul Sacher, a renowned Swiss conductor who significantly influenced 20th-century classical music, passes away. Sacher was known for his innovative interpretations and support of contemporary composers.

Events in 1999

May 26, 1999: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 26, 1999

Newspapers from May. 26, 1999

May 26, 1999: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 26, 1999:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $80.44
• Apple AAPL: opens at $41.75
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $77.19
• General Electric GE: opens at $103.50
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $223.00

May 26, 1999 was a Wednesday and it was the 146th day of the year 1999 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 26, 1999 can also be written as 5/26/1999 in the US and as 26/5/1999 in UK and Europe.

May 26, 1999 in May 1999 calendar

Famous people born on May 26, 1999:

• Micah Parsons

  NFL linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys, known for his exceptional defensive skills and being a key player in the team's defensive strategy.

Famous people born in 1999

Famous people born on May 26th

Famous people died on May 26, 1999:

• Waldo Semon

  Waldo Semon was a chemist known for inventing plasticized PVC.

Famous people who died in 1999

Famous people who died on May 26th

May 26, 1999: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 1999 was Livin' La Vida Loca by Ricky Martin, according to the music chart for the week May 24th and May 30th.

1. Ricky Martin - Livin' La Vida Loca
2. TLC - No Scrubs
3. Sixpence None The Richer - Kiss Me
4. Maxwell - Fortunate
5. 702 - Where My Girls At?

May 26, 1999: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 26, 1999 was Swear It Again by Westlife, according to the music chart for the week May 24th and May 30th.

1. Westlife - Swear It Again
2. TLC - No Scrubs
3. Backstreet Boys - I Want It That Way
4. Boyzone - You Needed Me
5. Fatboy Slim - Right Here Right Now

May 26, 1999: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 26, 1999 was Fortunate by Maxwell, according to the music chart for the week May 24th and May 30th.

1. Maxwell - Fortunate
2. Chante Moore - Chante's Got A Man
3. 702 - Where My Girls At?
4. JT Money Featuring Sole - Who Dat
5. Blaque - 808

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th 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 26, 1999: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 1999 is Rabbit and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 26, 1999 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 1999 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 26, 1999 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 92% full, rising at 04:52 pm and setting at 04:21 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 30, 1999 while the next full moon would come on May 30, 1999.

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Someone born on May 26, 1999 is:

25 years 11 months old,

or 311 months and 15 days old,

or 1354 weeks and 4 days old,

or 9482 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 26, 1999?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 26, 1999?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 26, 1999.

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