Monday May 17, 2010: on this day

May 17, 2010 was the 137th day of the year 2010, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.

Is May 17, 2010 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 17, 2010, who was born and died on May 17, 2010, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 17, 2010, which were the most popular songs (ex. Not Afraid by Eminem), movies (e.g. How to Train Your Dragon, directed by Dean DeBlois, Chris Sanders), TV series (e.g. Passione) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 17th, 2010 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 17, 2010?


May 17, 2010 was a Monday and it was the 137th day of the year 2010 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 17, 2010 can also be written as 5/17/2010 in the US and as 17/5/2010 in UK and Europe.

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May 17, 2010: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 17, 2010:

  • The new bus for london's design is now revealed.
  • There has been intense debate about the refusal by israel to allow noam chomsky, an internationally-recognized american linguist and activist, to enter the west bank on may 16.
  • Naxalite insurgents set fire to a bus carrying indian police and paramilitaries. 50 people are believed to have been killed.
  • Pamir airways plane carrying 43 passengers crashes in afghanistan between kunduz and kabul.
  • Six people are attacked by a meat cleaver, and the attacker then commits suicide at foshan, china.
  • Brazil, iran, and turkey agree to a nuclear fuel swap in order to ease west's concerns that iran might build a bomb.
  • Protests in thailand 2010:
  • After being shot by protesters in bangkok on thursday, hospital officials confirmed the death of khattiya sawasdipol.
  • Red shirt protestors continue to resist a government deadline to disperse.
  • Due to the latest icelandic volcanic disturbance, dublin airport schiphol, amsterdam airport schiphol, and britain's busiest airports are all within easy reach.
  • Fire destroyed the instituto butantan, brazil in sao paulo. it was home to one of the largest collections of snakes in the world.
  • Norway's national day
  • (bbc) (al jazeera) 2010 thai political protests (bbc) (al jazeera). thousands of protesters in red shirts continue to resist a government deadline for dispersal.
  • Pamir airways flight 112 crashes in afghanistan's shakardara district, killing 44.

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May 17, 2010: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 17, 2010:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $63.74
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $254.70
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $29.12
  • General Electric GE: opens at $17.61
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $130.68

Exchange Rates on May 17, 2010:

  • 1 USD = 92.59 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0315 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.1308 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8284 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 114.79 JPY

May 17, 2010: What were the main match results that day?

La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)

  • Girona - Hercules : 1 - 1

Serie B - Football (Italy)

  • Padova - Ascoli : 3 - 1
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May 17, 2010: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 17th 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 17, 2010: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 17, 2010 is Tiger and the associated element is Metal.

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May 17, 2010: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 17, 2010 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 17, 2010 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 17, 2010 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 19% full, rising at 08:37 am and setting at 11:56 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 28, 2010 while the next full moon would come on May 27, 2010.

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Who was born on May 17, 2010?


Whose famous birthday is on May 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 17th:

  • Dennis Hopper
    Dennis Hopper

    American actor and director, who at 19 was the first to land a part in "rebel without a cause".

  • Adel Imam
    Adel Imam

    Adel imam is an egyptian actor known for his comedic roles in film and television.

  • Sugar Ray Leonard
    Sugar Ray Leonard

    Sugar ray leonard is a retired professional boxer and former undisputed welterweight champion.

  • Ross Butler
    Ross Butler

    Ross butler is a tv actor known for his roles in popular series such as 13 reasons why and riverdale.

  • Bob Saget
    Bob Saget

    Bob saget is an american actor and comedian best known for his role as danny tanner on the sitcom full house and as the original host of...

  • Derek Hough
    Derek Hough

    Derek hough is an american dancer and choreographer, best known for his work on the reality dance competition show 'dancing with the stars'.

  • Leven Rambin
    Leven Rambin

    Leven Rambin is an American actress known for her roles in The Hunger Games and Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles.

  • Nikki Reed
    Nikki Reed

    Nikki Reed is an American actress, model, and screenwriter, best known for her role as Rosalie Hale in the Twilight Saga film series.

  • Craig Ferguson
    Craig Ferguson

    Scots-american comedian, late-night tv host, writer, and director.

  • Sasha Alexander
    Sasha Alexander

    Sasha alexander is an american television actress known for her roles in ncis and rizzoli & isles.

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May 17, 2010: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 13 years 11 months old,

or 167 months and 6 days old,

or 727 weeks and 1 day old,

or 5090 days old,

if you were born on May 17, 2010.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 17, 2010?

There are 24 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 17, 2010?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 17, 2010.

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May 17, 2010: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 17, 2010:

  • Geovannie Ramirez

    Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Wendle Ford

    Pioneering scientist in the field of biotechnology, known for groundbreaking research.

  • Ditya C.

    Celebrated playwright known for their impactful dramas.

  • Shanard Jenkins

    Innovative sculptor known for pushing the boundaries of traditional art forms.

  • John Massey

    Talented playwright whose works continue to be performed on stages globally.

  • Angelo Del Bon

    Angelo Del Bon was a renowned sculptor known for his intricate marble sculptures.

  • Walasse Ting

    Chinese-american poet and painter (d. 2010).

  • Dorothy Kamenshek
  • Yvonne Loriod
  • Vasil Mančenko
  • Bobbejaan Schoepen
  • Khattiya Sawasdiphol
  • François Ceyrac
  • Richard Gregory
  • Pierre Marion
  • Fritz Sennheiser

What famous deaths happened on May 17th?

Famous deaths on May 17th:

  • Frank Gorshin
    Frank Gorshin

    American actor.

  • Edward Hardwicke
    Edward Hardwicke

    English actor (born 1932).

  • Bruce Fairbairn
    Bruce Fairbairn

    Canadian record producer and musician (born 1949).

  • Robert Webber
    Robert Webber

    Actor (nuts assassin, 10, 10), dies at 74.

  • Hugh Burden
    Hugh Burden

    Actor (night of the laughing dead), passes away at 72.

  • Lyndle Smith

    Pioneering scientist in the field of genetics, known for groundbreaking research.

  • Warda Al-Jazairia

    Warda Al-Jazairia was an Algerian singer who was known as the 'Flower of Algeria' and was one of the most famous Arab singers of the 20th...

  • Zahki Khan

    Successful business magnate known for revolutionizing the tech industry.

  • Kyston Williams

    Famous for his groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.

  • Vandella Smith

    Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.

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May 17, 2010: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 17, 2010:

  • Norwegian Constitution Day or Syttende Mai.
  • Dfa das Letras Galegas ("Galician Literature Day") ? holiday in Galicia, honouring the Galician language.
  • International Day Against Homophobia aka IDAHO
  • Bahá'f Faith ? Feast of 'Azaamat (Grandeur) ? First day of the fourth month of the Bahá'f Calendar.

Observances on May 17, 2010:

  • UN Global Road Safety Week, 17-23 May (biennial) [WHO]
  • World Telecommunication and Information Society Day

Saints celebrated on May 17, 2010:

  • Saint Solochon
  • Saint Paschal Baylon or Pascal Baylon
  • Saint Montanus
  • Saint Dietmar
  • Saint Pamphamer
  • Saint Pamphalon
  • Saint Adrian of Alexandria
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May 17, 2010: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 17, 2010 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 17th and May 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 17, 2010: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 17, 2010 was Not Afraid by Eminem, according to the music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.

May 17, 2010: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 17, 2010 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 17th and May 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Not Afraid youtube
  2. - OMG
  3. - Nothin' On You
  4. - Break Your Heart
  5. - Airplanes

May 17, 2010: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 17, 2010 was Un-Thinkable (I'm Ready) by Alicia Keys, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.

May 17, 2010: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 17, 2010 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 17th and May 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Un-Thinkable (I'm Ready)
  2. - Everything To Me
  3. - Over
  4. - My Chick Bad
  5. - Rude Boy youtube

May 17, 2010: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 17, 2010 was Nina Bonita by Chino & Nacho, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.

May 17, 2010: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 17, 2010 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 17th and May 23rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Nina Bonita
  2. - Al Menos
  3. - Te Pido Perdon
  4. - Ando Bien Pedo
  5. - El Enamorado

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May 17, 2010: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 17, 2010 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

How to Train Your Dragon

How to Train Your Dragon

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Dean DeBlois, Chris Sanders

Starring: Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Craig Ferguson

Country: United States of America

Avatar

Avatar

Release year: 2010

Directed by: James Cameron

Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Michelle Rodriguez

Country: United States of America

A Single Man

A Single Man

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Tom Ford

Starring: Colin Firth, Julianne Moore, Matthew Goode, Nicholas Hoult

Country: United States of America

City Island

City Island

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Raymond De Felitta

Starring: Andy Garcia, Julianna Margulies, Steven Strait, Emily Mortimer

Country: United States of America

Law Abiding Citizen

Law Abiding Citizen

Release year: 2010

Directed by: F. Gary Gray

Starring: Gerard Butler, Jamie Foxx, Leslie Bibb, Colm Meaney

Country: United States of America

May 17, 2010: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 17, 2010 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Passione

Passione

Release year: 2010

Directed by: John Turturro

Universal Dead

Universal Dead

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Vernon Mortensen

How the Universe Works

How the Universe Works

Release year: 2010

Starring: Mike Rowe, Michelle Thaller, Hakeem Oluseyi, Phil Plait

Country: United States of America

Las Aparicio

Las Aparicio

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Moises Ortiz-Urquidi

Open House

Open House

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Andrew Paquin

May 17, 2010: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 17, 2010 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Imperfectionists by Tom Rachman

The Imperfectionists

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Tom Rachman's debut novel, which is one of the most highly acclaimed of the year and features the topsy-turvy lives of editors and reporters at a Rome-based English-language newspaper, is Tom Rachman’s best-selling book.

The Help by Kathryn Stockett

The Help

By:

Aibileen, a black maid from 1962 Jackson, Mississippi is now unable to keep her bitterness in check. Minny, her friend, has never been able to keep her mouth shut. But now she must keep secrets about her employer which leave …

My Fair Lazy by Jen Lancaster

My Fair Lazy

By:

Jen Lancaster has been followed by readers through her job loss, life in a poor city, weight loss attempts and 1980s nostalgia. Jen now chronicles her attempts to attain cultural enlightenment with hilarious missteps.

Burned by P.C. Cast, Kristin Cast

Burned

By:

The House of Night is in a dark place. Zoey Redbird has lost her soul. It seems increasingly unlikely that Zoey Redbird will be able to pull herself together again in time to join her friends and restore order to …

Island Beneath The Sea by Isabel Allende

Island Beneath The Sea

By:

"Allende is a master storyteller at her peak." Los Angeles Times. From Saint-Domingue's sugar plantations to New Orleans' lavish parlors at the turn

May 17, 2010: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 17, 2010 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Doritos Crash Course

Doritos Crash Course

Platform: Xbox 360 (XBLA), Windows 8

Genre: Platform game

Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios

DJMAX Technika 2

DJMAX Technika 2

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Music video game

Publisher: Pentavision

Apache: Air Assault

Apache: Air Assault

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360

Genre: Action game Simulation

Publisher: Activision

Arrow of Laputa

Arrow of Laputa

Platform: Nintendo DSi

Genre: Tower defense

Publisher: ArtePiazza

Cosmos X2

Cosmos X2

Platform: Nintendo DSi (DSiWare)

Genre: Shoot 'em up

Publisher: Saturnine Games

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Who was the US President on May 17, 2010?

On May 17, 2010 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 17, 2010?

On May 17, 2010 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 17, 2010?

On May 17, 2010 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about May 17th?

May 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:

  • 2019 - Canada-united states relations, mexico-united states relations: the united states lifted tariffs on steel from canada and mexico.
  • 2018 - International military intervention against isil. denmark announces partial withdrawal of its special forces in iraq after the fall of isil.
  • 2017 - Bundu dia kongo supporters free their leader and 50 others with an attack on makala prison in kinshasa (democratic republic of the congo).

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What happened in 2010?

2010 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Heritage Numismatic Auctions has sold a US 1874 Bickford Gold $10 Pattern at Public Auction for US$1,265,000. The Reed Hawn US 1913 Liberty Head 5-cent Coin sells at $3,737,000.
  • Republican Scott Brown wins Massachusetts' vacant Senate seat, decreasing the Democrats' majority by 59 seats to 41.
  • Spyker, a Dutch auto company, signs a deal with General Motors to purchase Sweden's Saab for US$74 Million in cash and $326,000,000 in deferred shares.

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What was the calendar for May 2010?

May 2010 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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