Wednesday May 15, 2013: on this day

May 15, 2013 was a Wednesday and it was the 135th day of the year 2013 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 15, 2013 can also be written as 5/15/2013 in the US and as 15/5/2013 in UK and Europe.

May 15, 2013 in May 2013 calendar

Here's what happened on May 15, 2013:

• Insurgency in iraq (post-u.s. withdrawal:) gunmen using silenced guns attack at least nine liquor stores in western baghdad, killing 12 people. (al jazeera). three police officers and thirty-five others are killed in bombings in shi'ite areas of baghdad, as well as parts of northern iraq.
• Twelve people were killed when gunmen used silenced weapons to attack nine western baghdad alcohol stores.
• Three police officers and 35 others were killed in an attack on a shi'ite section of baghdad.
• Syrian civil war: rebel fighters launch an assault on aleppo prison in syria's northern region.
• Rebel fighters launched a massive assault against a prison in syria’s northern city aleppo.
• At least 31 people were killed in a rebel attack on the army positions at beni, eastern democratic republic of the congo. this includes 23 mai mai and three fardc soldiers.
• American graphic designer richard swanson is killed in oregon after he was struck by a pickup truck while trying to throw a soccer ball all of the way to brazil. he was trying to raise money for charity.
• The cannes film festival 2013 opens with the great gatsby.
• The local authority responsible for the area in which the studios are located has rejected plans to expand the pinewood studios by ps200m over the next fifteen years.
• The instructions of an estate sale man who discovered the secret recipe to coca-cola sells them on ebay for $15 million.
• The eurozone is in recession for its sixth consecutive quarter. france, spain and italy all recorded negative growth while germany grew weakly.
• The bank of england has updated its forecasts for the uk economy and predicts that inflation will fall quicker than expected.
• Authorities in myanmar, bangladesh and sri lanka are preparing for cyclone mahasen's arrival. it has already killed at most seven people in sri lanka and displaced almost 4,000.
• Granbury, texas, united states: a tornado strikes, killing at least 100 people.
• Arizona jury that convicted jodi arias last week of first-degree murder quickly decided that she should face either the death penalty or life imprisonment without parole during the penalty phase.
• The u.s. atf says that no evidence has been found to prove that a bomb explosion caused the april west fertilizer company explosion in west texas that resulted in the deaths of fifteen people.
• China, india and four other countries join the arctic council as observers.
• The united nations general assembly passed a resolution denouncing the syrian government's human rights violations.
• In the wake of the scandal surrounding tea party-related targeting by the u.s. internal revenue service's acting commissioner, steven miller resigned.
• An amendment to the queen's speech on wednesday, which expressed regret at not including legislation for a referendum about eu membership, was defeated in the united kingdom house of commons 277-131
• Researchers from the university of oregon describe the creation of human embryonic stem cell by cloning in a nature study.
• Nasa's kepler telescope experiences a hardware failure that could lead to the end of its planet hunting mission.
• Evidence of the evolution split between monkeys and apes is provided by new fossils.
• Evidence suggests that mount everest's glaciers may be melting, according to new evidence.
• Scientists released photos of what they believe to be the lost city of la ciudad blanca, la mosquitia (honduras).
• A new study has shown that white blood cell levels in men age faster than those in women. this could be a clue to the reason women live longer.
• The nba board of governors votes against the sacramento kings basketball team moving to seattle.
• Orb is the horse racing jockey who draws the rail for preakness stakes.
• After beating benfica 2-1, chelsea wins the uefa europa league in association football.
• An upsurge in violence in iraq leaves more than 389 people dead over three days.

May 15, 2013: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 15, 2013:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $90.64
• Apple AAPL: opens at $439.16
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $33.45
• General Electric GE: opens at $23.04
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $202.25

Exchange Rates on May 15, 2013:

• 1 USD = 102.25 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.0163 CAD
• 1 USD = 0.9655 CHF
• 1 USD = 6.1459 CNY
• 1 EUR = 131.7 JPY

May 15, 2013: What were the main match results that day?

Premier League - UK Soccer

• Kilmarnock - Hibernian : 1 - 3

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 15th is Taurus.

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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 15, 2013: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 15, 2013 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 15, 2013 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 15, 2013 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 15, 2013 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 30% full, rising at 10:11 am and setting at 12:26 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 25, 2013 while the next full moon would come on May 25, 2013.

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Your place in the Universe on May 15, 2013

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Whose famous birthday is on May 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 15th:

• Madhuri Dixit

  Madhuri dixit is an indian actress known for her iconic performances in bollywood films such as dil to pagal hai, devdas, and hum aapke hain...

• L. Frank Baum

  L.

• Andy Murray

  Scottish professional tennis player, ranked no.

• James Mason

  England, united kingdom -- actor.

• Ayub Khan

  Ayub khan was a pakistani statesman who served as the second president of pakistan, known for his military dictatorship and economic...

• Jamie-Lynn Sigler

  Jamie-lynn sigler is an american actress and singer best known for her role as meadow soprano on the television series the sopranos.

• Madeleine Albright

  Czech-american political scientist, government employee, and the first woman to be named secretary of state in december 1996.

• Ursula Thiess

  German actress who has been seen onscreen since 1953, in leading roles in mainly german films.

• Chazz Palminteri

  American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

• Joseph Cotten

  American actor on the radio, film and stage.

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You are 10 years 11 months old,

or 131 months and 4 days old,

or 570 weeks and 2 days old,

or 3992 days old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 15, 2013?

There are 26 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 15th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 15, 2013?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on May 15, 2013.

Famous people died on May 15, 2013:

• Linden Chiles

  Appeared in numerous films and TV shows.

• Henrique Rosa

  Bissau-guinean politician, president of guinea-bissau (d. 2013).

• Walter Fusi
• Mario Spallone
• Carl Bennett
• Artus de Penguern
• Manolo Galván

What famous deaths happened on May 15th?

Famous deaths on May 15th:

• Bekim Fehmiu

  Bekim Fehmiu was a renowned Yugoslav actor and entrepreneur who founded several successful businesses.

• June Carter Cash

  American singer and musician (born 1929).

• Fred Willard

  Fred willard is an american comedian known for his roles in comedic films and tv shows, including 'anchorman' and 'best in show'.

• Gilbert Roland

  Mexican-american actor armand in camille, who was born 1905, dies.

• Wynne Gibson

  Actor (night after night, aggie appleby).

• Andrew Duggan

  Actor (jigsaw firehouse), is diagnosed with cancer at the age of 64.

• Tyrone Guthrie

  British producer, director, and writer (born 1900).

• Chaselyn Dickinson

  Chaselyn Dickinson was a highly influential American poet of the 19th century, known for her unique and innovative poetic style that...

• Adalei Dickinson

  Adalei Dickinson was a pioneering American poet known for her innovative and introspective style.

• Emily Dickinson

  American poet, widely regarded as the greatest female poet of english.

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Holidays on May 15, 2013:

• Paraguay - Independence Day. Celebrations for the anniversary of the independence begin on Flag Day, 14 May.
• Nakba Day in Palestinian communities.
• Roman Empire - Mercuralia in honor of Mercury held.
• International day of climate changes.
• International conscientious objectors' day.
• Buddha's Birthday in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau and South Korea (2005).
• United States - Peace Officers Memorial Day.
• International day of families.
• Teacher's Day in Mexico (Dfa del Maestro) and South Korea (??? ?).
• Slovenia - Day of Slovenian armed forces.

Saints celebrated on May 15, 2013:

• Saint Dymphna
• Saint Achillius
• Saint Gerebern
• Saint Isidore the Labourer
• Saint Jean-Baptiste de la Salle
• Saint Reticius
• Saint Denise

May 15, 2013: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 15, 2013 was Can't Hold Us by Macklemore, according to the music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.

May 15, 2013: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 15, 2013 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 13th and May 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. Macklemore - Can't Hold Us
2. P!nk - Just Give Me A Reason
3. Justin Timberlake - Mirrors
4. Rihanna - Stay
5. Bruno Mars - When I Was Your Man

May 15, 2013: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 15, 2013 was Can't Hold Us by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Ray Dalton, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.

May 15, 2013: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 15, 2013 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 13th and May 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

1. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Ray Dalton - Can't Hold Us
2. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanz - Thrift Shop
3. Drake - Started From The Bottom
4. Justin Timberlake Featuring JAY Z - Suit & Tie
5. J. Cole Featuring Miguel - Power Trip

May 15, 2013: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 15, 2013 was Vivir Mi Vida by Marc Anthony, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.

May 15, 2013: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 15, 2013 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 13th and May 19th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

1. Marc Anthony - Vivir Mi Vida
2. Daddy Yankee - Limbo
3. Don Omar - Zumba
4. Intocable - Te Amo (Para Siempre)
5. Carlos Vives Featuring Michel Telo - Como Le Gusta A Tu Cuerpo