Monday May 15, 2017: on this day

May 15, 2017 was the 135th day of the year 2017, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.

Is May 15, 2017 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 15, 2017, who was born and died on May 15, 2017, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 15, 2017, which were the most popular songs (ex. I'm The One by DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne), movies (e.g. The Lost City of Z, directed by James Gray), TV series (e.g. Love Connection) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 15th, 2017 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 15, 2017?


May 15, 2017 was a Monday and it was the 135th day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 15, 2017 can also be written as 5/15/2017 in the US and as 15/5/2017 in UK and Europe.

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May 15, 2017: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 15, 2017:

  • Western digital files an arbitration appeal to stop toshiba memory, its chip-making partner, from selling toshiba memory.
  • A philadelphia-originating learjet crashes in carlstadt as it approached teterboro airport in new jersey, killing at least two people.
  • Seven people are killed in an akron, ohio fire, including five children, and two adults.
  • Two known carcinogens, 2-naphthylamine and o-toluidine, were found in higher amounts in e-cigarette smokers' urine than nonusers. this is according to a small study. two of the most dangerous compounds for the bladder have been identified in previous studies of traditional smokers of cigarette smoking.
  • Donald trump's revelation of classified information to russia (the washington post), the new york times
  • A current and former unnamed u.s. official claims that president donald trump divulged classified information that could have jeopardized an important source of intelligence about the islamic state at his oval office meeting on may 10 with the russian ambassador and foreign minister. (the washington post),(the new york times).
  • Papua new guinean media reports have confirmed that 17 prisoners were shot and killed by prison officers in lae during a prison escape on may 12.
  • An ouagadougou court will open to trial blaise compaore, former president, and members of his cabinet in absentia. burkina faso charges compaore who is currently in exile in ivory coast with ordering the murder of protesters in the uprising which toppled him in 2014.
  • United states voter id laws: the u.s. supreme court rules the north carolina state legislature members are not eligible to appeal the decision of the u.s. court of appeals, fourth circuit against a law it found discriminatory against black voters.
  • The u.s. supreme court ruled that north carolina's state legislators do not have the standing to appeal against a ruling by the u.s. court of appeals, fourth circuit against a law it found discriminatory against black voters.
  • Ian brady, a moors killer who murdered five children between 10 and 17 years old from 1963 to 1965, dies at the tender age of 79.
  • Mexican drug war: unknown gunman shoots and murders javier valdez cardenas (a veteran journalist who is known for his investigative reporting about mexico's drug war in sinaloa), in culiacan.
  • Unidentified gunman kills javier valdez cardenas (a veteran journalist who is known for his investigative reporting about mexico's war on drugs), in culiacan.
  • Iranian presidential election 2017, tehran mayor mohammad bagher ghalibaf withdraws from his candidacy.
  • Tehran mayor mohammad bagher ghalibaf resigns.

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May 15, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 15, 2017:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $83.00
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $156.01
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $68.14
  • General Electric GE: opens at $28.07
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $150.62

Exchange Rates on May 15, 2017:

  • 1 USD = 0.9104 EUR
  • 1 USD = 113.637 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.7751 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3476 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.363 CAD

May 15, 2017: What were the main match results that day?

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Chelsea - Watford : 4 - 3

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

  • Setubal - Boavista : 0 - 1

Futbol Ligi 1 - Football (Turkey)

  • Bursaspor - Besiktas : 0 - 2
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May 15, 2017: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 15th 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 15, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 15, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on May 15th, 2017 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 15, 2017: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 15, 2017 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 15, 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 15, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 73% full, rising at 11:19 pm and setting at 10:11 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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Who was born on May 15, 2017?


Whose famous birthday is on May 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 15th:

  • Madhuri Dixit
    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. Frank Baum

    L.

  • Andy Murray
    Andy Murray

    Scottish professional tennis player, ranked no.

  • James Mason
    James Mason

    England, united kingdom -- actor.

  • Ayub Khan
    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

    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
    Madeleine Albright

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

  • Ursula Thiess
    Ursula Thiess

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

  • Chazz Palminteri
    Chazz Palminteri

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Joseph Cotten
    Joseph Cotten

    American actor on the radio, film and stage.

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May 15, 2017: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 6 years 11 months old,

or 83 months and 8 days old,

or 362 weeks and 1 day old,

or 2535 days old,

if you were born on May 15, 2017.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 15, 2017?

There are 22 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, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on May 15, 2017.

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May 15, 2017: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 15, 2017:

  • Zeeva Bukai

    Israeli author known for her contributions to Hebrew literature.

  • Haide Goytisolo

    Haide Goytisolo was a renowned Spanish poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.

  • Javier Valdez Cárdenas

    Mexican journalist and author known for his reporting on drug trafficking and organized crime in Mexico.

  • Karl-Otto Apel
  • Axel Straube
  • Allan Lawrence
  • Nasser Givehchi
  • Kurt Gossweiler

What famous deaths happened on May 15th?

Famous deaths on May 15th:

  • Bekim Fehmiu
    Bekim Fehmiu

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

  • June Carter Cash
    June Carter Cash

    American singer and musician (born 1929).

  • Fred Willard
    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
    Gilbert Roland

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

  • Wynne Gibson
    Wynne Gibson

    Actor (night after night, aggie appleby).

  • Andrew Duggan
    Andrew Duggan

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

  • Tyrone Guthrie
    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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May 15, 2017: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 15, 2017:

  • 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, 2017:

  • Saint Dymphna
  • Saint Achillius
  • Saint Gerebern
  • Saint Isidore the Labourer
  • Saint Jean-Baptiste de la Salle
  • Saint Reticius
  • Saint Denise
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May 15, 2017: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 15, 2017 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 15th and May 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 15, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 15, 2017 was I'm The One by DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne, according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.

May 15, 2017: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 15, 2017 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

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

May 15, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 15, 2017 was I'm The One by DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.

May 15, 2017: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 15, 2017 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I'm The One
  2. - That's What I Like
  3. - Humble.
  4. - Mask Off
  5. - iSpy

May 15, 2017: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 15, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.

May 15, 2017: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 15, 2017 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Despacito
  2. - El Amante
  3. - Chantaje
  4. - Subeme La Radio
  5. - Adios Amor

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May 15, 2017: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 15, 2017 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Lost City of Z

The Lost City of Z

Release year: 2017

Directed by: James Gray

Starring: Charlie Hunnam, Robert Pattinson, Sienna Miller, Tom Holland

Country: United States of America

The Devil's Candy

The Devil's Candy

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Sean Byrne

Starring: Ethan Embry, Shiri Appleby, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Kiara Glasco

Country: United States of America

A Cure for Wellness

A Cure for Wellness

Release year: 2017

Written by:

Directed by: Gore Verbinski

Starring: Dane DeHaan, Jason Isaacs, Mia Goth, Ivo Nandi

Country: United States of America

USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage

USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Mario Van Peebles

Starring: Nicolas Cage, Tom Sizemore, Thomas Jane, Matt Lanter

Country: United States of America

The Bye Bye Man

The Bye Bye Man

Release year: 2017

Written by:

Directed by: Stacy Title

Starring: Douglas Smith, Lucien Laviscount, Cressida Bonas, Michael Trucco

Country: United States of America

May 15, 2017: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 15, 2017 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Love Connection

Love Connection

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Joseph L Leath

Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Patty Jenkins

Dear White People

Dear White People

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Justin Simien

The Circle

The Circle

Release year: 2017

Directed by: James Ponsoldt

Iron Fist

Iron Fist

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Carlo Rola

May 15, 2017: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 15, 2017 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Sega

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Who was the US President on May 15, 2017?

On May 15, 2017 the US President was Donald John Trump (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 15, 2017?

On May 15, 2017 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 15, 2017?

On May 15, 2017 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about May 15th?

May 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th 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 15th, such as:

  • 2019 - In an ambush close to the malian border, at least 17 niger armed forces soldiers were killed by militants. six more soldiers have been evacuated to hospital, while 11 others are still missing. none of the groups has claimed responsibility.
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. the israeli army reported that around 4,000 palestinians are protesting at five locations near the gaza border. they were throwing molotov cocktails at soldiers and setting fire to cars. two protesters are killed by the israeli army. more than 100 others are injured or injures by live fire and teargas.
  • 2017 - Western digital files an arbitration appeal to stop toshiba memory, its chip-making partner, from selling toshiba memory.

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What happened in 2017?

2017 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • 2017 Istanbul nightclub attack: On the European coast of Bosphorus, a gunman opened fire at a Istanbul nightclub, killing at most 39 people and injuring 69 more. (BBC), (AP via ABC News Australia),
  • At least 39 people were killed and 69 more injured when a gunman opened fire at a Istanbul nightclub. The incident occurred on the European coast. (BBC), (AP via ABC News Australia),
  • At least 7 people are killed and 17 more injured in a suicide car bomb blast and gunmen attack in Iraqi al-Qadisiya, west of Najaf. 29 people died yesterday in an explosion at a busy market near Baghdad, Iraq's capital. ISIS claims responsibility. (Reuters),

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What was the calendar for May 2017?

May 2017 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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