Wednesday May 08, 2002: on this day

May 08, 2002 was the 128th day of the year 2002, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is May 08, 2002 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 08, 2002, who was born and died on May 08, 2002, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 08, 2002, which were the most popular songs (ex. Foolish by Ashanti), movies (e.g. The Pianist, directed by Roman Polanski), TV series (e.g. Mi-5) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 8th, 2002 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 08, 2002?


May 08, 2002 was a Wednesday and it was the 128th day of the year 2002 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 08, 2002 can also be written as 5/8/2002 in the US and as 8/5/2002 in UK and Europe.

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May 08, 2002: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 08, 2002:

  • Feyenoord rotterdam won the uefa final cup, beating borussia dortmund 3-2.
  • Conflict between israel and palestine: a suicide bomber from the palestinian side injures himself severely near megiddo (southeast of haifa) when the explosives that he was carrying explode prematurely.

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May 08, 2002: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 08, 2002:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $38.85
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $23.20
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $51.27
  • General Electric GE: opens at $31.35
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $78.20

Exchange Rates on May 08, 2002:

  • 1 USD = 128.72 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.5697 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.6074 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 116.5 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6215 GBP

May 08, 2002: What were the main match results that day?

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Liverpool - Blackburn : 4 - 3
  • Man United - Arsenal : 0 - 1

Ethniki Katigoria - Football (Greece)

  • AEK - PAOK : 6 - 2
  • Aris - Olympiakos : 1 - 5
  • Egaleo - Akratitos : 2 - 1
  • Eth Asteras - Panathinaikos : 1 - 2
  • Ionikos - Panahaiki : 0 - 2
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May 08, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 8th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

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 08, 2002: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 08, 2002 is Horse and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on May 8th, 2002 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 08, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 08, 2002 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 08, 2002 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 08, 2002 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 04:20 am and setting at 05:20 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 27, 2002 while the next full moon would come on May 26, 2002.

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Who was born on May 08, 2002?


Famous people born on May 08, 2002:

  • Sivert Mannsverk

    Norwegian professional footballer[44].

Whose famous birthday is on May 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 8th:

  • Enrique Iglesias
    Enrique Iglesias

    Spanish singer, son of julio iglesias, famed heartthrob, but appealing to the next generation.

  • Don Rickles
    Don Rickles

    Don rickles was a legendary comedian known for his insult comedy and quick wit, earning him the nickname 'mr.

  • Melissa Gilbert
    Melissa Gilbert

    Melissa gilbert is an american tv actress best known for her role as laura ingalls wilder on the tv show little house on the prairie.

  • Gary Glitter
    Gary Glitter

    Gary glitter is a british rock singer known for his glam rock hits in the 1970s, including 'rock and roll (part 2).

  • Nora Arnezeder
    Nora Arnezeder

    French singer and actress, born to a catholic father and an austrian mother and a jewish egyptian mother.

  • David Attenborough
    David Attenborough

    Naturalist and broadcaster in english.

  • Lex Barker
    Lex Barker

    American actor, best known for his portrayal of tarzan of the apes as well as leading characters in karl may's novels.

  • Christina Cole
    Christina Cole

    English actress.

  • James Mitchum
    James Mitchum

    Robert mitchum's elder son is an american actor and family star.

  • Salome Jens
    Salome Jens

    Milwaukee actor.

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May 08, 2002: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 21 years 10 months old,

or 262 months and 20 days old,

or 1142 weeks and 1 day old,

or 7995 days old,

if you were born on May 08, 2002.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 08, 2002?

There are 41 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 8th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 08, 2002?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 08, 2002.

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May 08, 2002: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 08, 2002:

  • Zeki Alasya

    Prominent Turkish actor and director.

  • Juan Miguel Lope Blanch

What famous deaths happened on May 8th?

Famous deaths on May 8th:

  • Dirk Bogarde
    Dirk Bogarde

    He was a british actor and a skilled craftsman.

  • George Peppard
    George Peppard

    American actor and tv series star who appeared in 25 films.

  • Barbara Payton
    Barbara Payton

    American actress, onscreen since 1940.

  • Jeanne Cooper
    Jeanne Cooper

    Minneapolis, minnesota -- actress (kay young and restless).

  • Dennis Waterman
    Dennis Waterman

    English actor and singer (b. 1948).

  • Richard Derr
    Richard Derr

    Actor in "when worlds collide", dies from cancer at 74.

  • Luceil LeSueur

    Academy Award-winning actress known for her versatile performances in classic films.

  • Maurice Sendak

    Maurice Sendak was an American author and illustrator best known for his children's books, including the classic 'Where the Wild Things...

  • Celedonio Romero

    Renowned Spanish guitarist and member of the famous guitar quartet, The Romeros.

  • Jing Yong

    Renowned Chinese novelist known for his wuxia novels.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 8th

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May 08, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 08, 2002:

  • Parents' Day in South Korea
  • Iris feast of the Region of Brussels capital (in Belgium)
  • VE Day
  • World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day

Observances on May 08, 2002:

  • Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation for Those Who Lost Their Lives During the Second World War

Saints celebrated on May 08, 2002:

  • Saints Wiro, Plechelmus and Otger
  • Saint Macharius of Ghent (died 1012)
  • Saint Ida of Nivelles
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May 08, 2002: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 08, 2002 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 6th and May 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 08, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 08, 2002 was Foolish by Ashanti, according to the music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.

May 08, 2002: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 08, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Foolish youtube
  2. - What's Luv?
  3. - I Need A Girl (Part One)
  4. - U Don't Have To Call
  5. - Blurry

May 08, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 08, 2002 was One Step Closer by S Club Juniors, according to the music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.

May 08, 2002: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 08, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - One Step Closer
  2. - Kiss Kiss
  3. - Freak Like Me
  4. - If Tomorrow Never Comes
  5. - Girlfriend

May 08, 2002: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 08, 2002 was Foolish by Ashanti, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.

May 08, 2002: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 08, 2002 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Foolish youtube
  2. - U Don't Have To Call
  3. - I Need A Girl (Part One)
  4. - Pass The Courvoisier Part II
  5. - What's Luv?

May 08, 2002: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 08, 2002 was Quitame Ese Hombre by Pilar Montenegro, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.

May 08, 2002: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 08, 2002 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Quitame Ese Hombre
  2. - Y Tu Te Vas
  3. - Escapar [Escape]
  4. - Suerte [Whenever, Wherever]
  5. - Me Huele A Soledad

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May 08, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 08, 2002 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Pianist

The Pianist

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Roman Polanski

Starring: Adrien Brody, Thomas Kretschmann, Frank Finlay, Emilia Fox

Country: United States of America

Irreversible

Irreversible

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Gaspar Noé

Starring: Monica Bellucci, Vincent Cassel, Albert Dupontel, Jo Prestia

Country: United States of America

About Schmidt

About Schmidt

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Alexander Payne

Starring: Jack Nicholson, Hope Davis, Dermot Mulroney, Kathy Bates

Country: United States of America

Iris

Iris

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Richard Eyre

Starring: Judi Dench, Jim Broadbent, Kate Winslet, Hugh Bonneville

Country: United States of America

Kate & Leopold

Kate & Leopold

Release year: 2002

Directed by: James Mangold

Starring: Meg Ryan, Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Breckin Meyer

Country: United States of America

May 08, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 08, 2002 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

MI-5

MI-5

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Bharat Nalluri

Verdammt verliebt

Verdammt verliebt

Release year: 2002

Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi

Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi

Release year: 2002

The Story of a Noble Family

The Story of a Noble Family

Release year: 2002

Rockface

Rockface

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Mark Roper

May 08, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 08, 2002 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Three Fates by Nora Roberts

Three Fates

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The #1 New York Times bestseller Nora Roberts tells a story of love and luck that will make you smile. One survivor gave up his life as an aspiring petty thief, but kept the small silver statue that he lifted. …

Blinded By The Right by David Brock

Blinded By The Right

By:

David Brock, the original right wing scandal reporter, shares his story in a compelling and intimate memoir that is in the spirit of Arthur Koestler’s The God That Failed.

Odd Girl Out by Rachel Simmons

Odd Girl Out

By:

REVISED AND UPDATED WITH NEW MATERIAL ON CYBERBULLYING andHELPING GIRLS HANDLING THE DANGERS of LIFE ONLINE

City Of Bones by Michael Connelly

City Of Bones

By:

A dog discovers a bone in Hollywood Hills and uncovers a murder that was committed over twenty years ago.

Lucky Man: A Memoir by Michael J. Fox

Lucky Man: A Memoir

By:

This is a hilarious, personal, and beautifully written account of life as a 30-year old man told that he has an 80 year-old's illness. "Life is wonderful.

May 08, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 08, 2002 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Casino Empire

Casino Empire

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Simulation

Publisher: Sierra Entertainment

Disney's PK: Out of the Shadows

Disney's PK: Out of the Shadows

Platform: Nintendo GameCube, PlayStation 2

Genre: Action-adventure game

Publisher: Ubi Soft Entertainment

Die Hard: Nakatomi Plaza

Die Hard: Nakatomi Plaza

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Sierra Entertainment Fox Interactive

Civilization III: Play the World

Civilization III: Play the World

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Turn-based strategy

Disney Sports Basketball

Disney Sports Basketball

Platform: Game Boy Advance GameCube

Genre: Sports (basketball)

Publisher: Konami

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Who was the US President on May 08, 2002?

On May 08, 2002 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 08, 2002?

On May 08, 2002 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 08, 2002?

On May 08, 2002 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 8th?

May 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of May. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on May 8th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 lahore bombing: at least 11 people are killed in a blast near the data darbar sufi shrine, lahore (pakistan), which is located at the 11th century. half of these were police officers.
  • 2018 - Colombian conflict: the colombian war crimes tribunal begins investigating atrocities committed during the 1960s war.
  • 2017 - Spirit airlines cancels 11 flights from fort lauderdale-hollywood international airport and delays 30 others due to a dispute with its pilots. (as talks take place between the airline's union, air line pilots association international). three people are taken into custody after protests broke out.

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What happened in 2002?

2002 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Twelve member states of the European Union have made euro banknotes and euros coins legal tender.
  • Officially, Taiwan joins the World Trade Organization as Chinese Taipei.
  • Charles Bishop, a 15-year-old student pilot crashes a light plane into a Tampa, Florida, building. This evokes fear of an imitating 9/11 terrorist attack.

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What was the calendar for May 2002?

May 2002 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

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