Monday October 17, 2005: on this day

October 17, 2005 was the 290th day of the year 2005, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Monday.

Is October 17, 2005 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 17, 2005, who was born and died on October 17, 2005, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 17, 2005, which were the most popular songs (ex. Gold Digger by Kanye West), movies (e.g. Serenity, directed by Joss Whedon), TV series (e.g. Alborada) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 17th, 2005 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 17, 2005?


October 17, 2005 was a Monday and it was the 290th day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 17, 2005 can also be written as 10/17/2005 in the US and as 17/10/2005 in UK and Europe.

October 17, 2005 in October 2005 calendar

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October 17, 2005: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 17, 2005:

  • 2 umrah pilgrims died when the ship they were on their way back in collided with a cargo ship in suez canal. although initial reports claimed 20 deaths, more than 90 people were hurt.
  • Conflict in iraq: the u.s. claims that 70 insurgents were killed near ramadi, eastern iraq. eyewitnesses claim that the majority of those killed were civilians. photographs released by locals show at least 18 children being buried, including infants. (bbc),
  • Israeli-palestinian conflict : israel prohibits palestinians from traveling throughout west bank, and cut off all contact with the palestinian authority.
  • After kjell magne bindevik, jens stoltenberg is elected prime minister of norway. ten ministers are from stoltenberg’s majority coalition government. five of them come from the norwegian labour party (ap), while five others hail from the socialist left party(sv) and four are from the centre party. nineteen of the 19 ministers are women.
  • Helen clark announces that a labour-led government will be formed in new zealand. the progressive party is part of the coalition. new zealand first and united future both support the government, and each are given ministerial positions outside of cabinet.
  • Tropical storm wilma forms. this is only the second instance of 21 tropical storms being recorded in one hurricane season in the north atlantic basin. it also tie the 1933 season. on 18 october, it was elevated to hurricane status.
  • After an 8-day meltdown, refco, a new york-based commodity brokerage, files chapter 11 protection.
  • The colbert report premieres.

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October 17, 2005: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on October 17, 2005:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $59.05
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $53.98
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $24.68
  • General Electric GE: opens at $34.21
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $82.36

Exchange Rates on October 17, 2005:

  • 1 USD = 114.91 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.1795 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2932 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 138.12 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6854 GBP

October 17, 2005: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Dresden - Aachen : 1 - 3

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Brest - Guingamp : 2 - 1

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Charlton - Fulham : 1 - 1

Ethniki Katigoria - Football (Greece)

  • Xanthi - Iraklis : 4 - 1
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October 17, 2005: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 17th is Libra.

Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 17, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 17, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on October 17th, 2005 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 17, 2005: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 17, 2005 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 17, 2005 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 October 17, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 06:14 pm and setting at 08:26 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 18, 2005 while the next full moon would come on Nov 16, 2005.

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Who was born on October 17, 2005?


Whose famous birthday is on October 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 17th:

  • Smita Patil
    Smita Patil

    Renowned Indian actress known for her impactful performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema.

  • Felicity Jones
    Felicity Jones

    Felicity Jones is an English actress known for her roles in films such as The Theory of Everything, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, and On the...

  • Wyclef Jean
    Wyclef Jean

    Wyclef jean is a musician, rapper, and actor known for being a member of the hip-hop group the fugees and for his solo career as a musician.

  • Montgomery Clift
    Montgomery Clift

    Renowned actor known for his roles in classic films like 'A Place in the Sun'.

  • Rob Marshall
    Rob Marshall

    American choreographer and director producer.

  • Margot Kidder
    Margot Kidder

    Margot kidder was a canadian-american actress best known for her iconic role as lois lane in the superman film series.

  • Evel Knievel
    Evel Knievel

    American daredevil and modern-day gladiator, who performs daring motorcycle stunts which have nearly killed him several times.

  • Mike Judge
    Mike Judge

    American voice actor, cartoonist, and filmmaker.

  • Jean Arthur
    Jean Arthur

    American singer and actress (d. 1991).

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October 17, 2005: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 18 years 6 months old,

or 222 months and 2 days old,

or 965 weeks and 4 days old,

or 6759 days old,

if you were born on October 17, 2005.

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 October 17, 2005?

There are 181 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 17, 2005?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 17, 2005.

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October 17, 2005: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 17, 2005:

  • Franky Gee

    European techno artist (born 1962).

  • Ba Jin
  • Carlos Gomes
  • Jean Lescure
  • Julián Alfaro
  • Luis Ferrero Acosta
  • Sabú (57)
  • Ba Jin (巴金)

What famous deaths happened on October 17th?

Famous deaths on October 17th:

  • Danièle Delorme
    Danièle Delorme

    French actress and producer of film, the daughter a noted painter and resistance worker andra (c) girard.

  • Teresa Brewer
    Teresa Brewer

    American jazz and pop singer (born 1931).

  • Levi Stubbs
    Levi Stubbs

    American baritone singer (four tops) (born 1936).

  • Joan Hickson
    Joan Hickson

    British actress (born in 1906).

  • John Stuart
    John Stuart

    Actor of scottish-english descent (d. 1979).

  • Anne Crawford
    Anne Crawford

    Actress from israel-english (d. 1956).

  • Nathanyl Chopin

    Celebrated composer known for his timeless music.

  • Elijah Cummings

    Elijah Cummings was an American politician who served as a Democratic member of the U.S.

  • Chadric Chopin

    Chadric Chopin was a Polish composer and virtuoso pianist of the Romantic era, known for his innovative and expressive piano compositions.

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October 17, 2005: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 17, 2005:

  • United States - Black Poetry Day
  • UN International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
  • French Republican Calendar - Aubergine (Eggplant) Day, twenty-sixth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
  • Haiti - Jean-Jacques Dessalines (1806), State holiday
  • R.C. Saints - Saint Ignatius of Antioch; translation of Saint Audrey (áthelthryth); Saint Richard Gwyn
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October 17, 2005: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 17, 2005 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 17th and October 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 17, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 17, 2005 was Gold Digger by Kanye West, according to the music chart for the week October 17th and October 23rd.

October 17, 2005: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 17, 2005 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 17th and October 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Gold Digger
  2. - Photograph
  3. - Shake It Off
  4. - My Humps
  5. - Like You

October 17, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 17, 2005 was Push The Button by Sugababes, according to the music chart for the week October 17th and October 23rd.

October 17, 2005: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 17, 2005 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 17th and October 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Push The Button
  2. - Don't Cha
  3. - We Be Burnin'
  4. - Tripping

October 17, 2005: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 17, 2005 was Soul Survivor by Young Jeezy Featuring Akon, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 17th and October 23rd.

October 17, 2005: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 17, 2005 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 17th and October 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Soul Survivor
  2. - Gold Digger
  3. - Like You
  4. - Shake It Off
  5. - Run It! youtube

October 17, 2005: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 17, 2005 was La Tortura by Shakira Featuring Alejandro Sanz, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 17th and October 23rd.

October 17, 2005: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 17, 2005 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 17th and October 23rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - La Tortura
  2. - Solo Quedate En Silencio
  3. - Ella Y Yo
  4. - Rakata
  5. - Ven Bailalo

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October 17, 2005: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 17, 2005 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Serenity

Serenity

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Joss Whedon

Starring: Nathan Fillion, Gina Torres, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Alan Tudyk

Country: United States of America

The Illusionist

The Illusionist

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Neil Burger

Starring: Edward Norton, Jessica Biel, Paul Giamatti, Rufus Sewell

Country: United States of America

A History of Violence

A History of Violence

Release year: 2005

Directed by: David Cronenberg

Starring: Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello, Ed Harris, William Hurt

Country: United States of America

Saved!

Saved!

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Brian Dannelly

Starring: Jena Malone, Mandy Moore, Macaulay Culkin, Patrick Fugit

Country: United States of America

A Prairie Home Companion

A Prairie Home Companion

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Robert Altman

Starring: Lily Tomlin, Meryl Streep, Woody Harrelson, John C. Reilly

Country: United States of America

October 17, 2005: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 17, 2005 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Alborada

Alborada

Release year: 2005

Trollz

Trollz

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Ron Thornton

Beautiful People

Beautiful People

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Jasmin Dizdar

Masters of Horror

Masters of Horror

Release year: 2005

Country: United States of America

American Dragon: Jake Long

American Dragon: Jake Long

Release year: 2005

Country: United States of America

October 17, 2005: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 17, 2005 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The City Of Falling Angels by John Berendt

The City Of Falling Angels

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Twelve years ago, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil was a huge success. It remained a New York Times bestseller for four consecutive years (longer than any other).

London Bridges by James Patterson

London Bridges

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In one book, James Patterson created two of the most evil villains he has ever seen! A bomb destroys a Nevada town minutes after soldiers have evacuated it. Alex Cross, an FBI agent on vacation, receives the call that the …

Gabriel'S Angel by Nora Roberts

Gabriel'S Angel

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Laura Malone, a pregnant woman, is on the run to save her unborn baby. She finds herself alone and stranded with Gabriel Bradley. They form a bond after he provides shelter.

The Year Of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion

The Year Of Magical Thinking

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A stunning book by one of America's most iconic writers. Joan Didion shares a deeply personal, yet universal experience. It is a portrait of a married life and a relationship.

Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner

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What is more dangerous: a gun, or a swimming-pool? What does sumo wrestlers and schoolteachers have in common What does it really matter how much parents are important? These are not the typical questions an economist would ask.

October 17, 2005: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 17, 2005 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Brothers in Arms: Earned in Blood

Brothers in Arms: Earned in Blood

Platform: Mobile phone, Microsoft Windows, OS X, Xbox, PlayStation 2

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Ubisoft, Gameloft

Clubhouse Games

Clubhouse Games

Platform: Nintendo DS DSiWare

Genre: Puzzle game

Publisher: Nintendo

Cold War

Cold War

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Xbox, Linux, Mac OS X

Genre: Stealth

Publisher: DreamCatcher Games Linux Game Publishing (Linux) Runesoft (Mac OS X)

Dream of Mirror Online (DOMO)

Dream of Mirror Online (DOMO)

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: MMORPG

Publisher: TW Joypark; CHN Joypark; JP Gamania; NA Aeria Games; EU Aeria Games; THA Goldensoft; NA Suba Games; EU Suba Games

Brian Lara International Cricket 2005

Brian Lara International Cricket 2005

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Xbox, PlayStation 2

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Codemasters

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Who was the US President on October 17, 2005?

On October 17, 2005 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 17, 2005?

On October 17, 2005 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on October 17, 2005?

On October 17, 2005 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about October 17th?

October 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of October. 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 October 17th, such as:

  • 2018 - Two rockets were launched by palestinians from gaza strip at israel. one landed in beersheba in the south, inflicting severe damage to a home but not injuring anyone, while the other landed in the sea.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: battle of raqqa - the syrian democratic forces announce that the battle for isil’s de facto capital is over.
  • 2016 - Iraqi civil war: the battle of mosul is announced by haider al-abadi, iraqi prime minister, and backed by the u.s.-led coalition. this battle will retake isil-held mosul which was declared the capital of the caliphate in iraq. (reuters),

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What happened in 2005?

2005 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Police kill Jean Charles de Menezes as they begin to hunt for London Bombers who were responsible for the 7/7/2005 London bombings and 21/7/2005 London bombings.
  • Yasser Aramfat is replaced as the head of the Palestine Liberation Organization by elections. Rawhi Fattouh succeeds him.
  • Donald Kagin and Steven Contursi purchased the rare (US) 1787 Brasher Gold Doubloon for US$2,990,000. This is the third highest auction price for a rare coin.

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What was the calendar for October 2005?

October 2005 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.

Discover how October 2005 calendar looked like.

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