What happened on Monday February 21, 2005?

Here's what happened on February 21, 2005:

• Israel Releases Palestinian Prisoners Israel released 500 Palestinian prisoners as a goodwill gesture to Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas, with plans to release an additional 400 prisoners in the following three months, signaling potential diplomatic progress.
• Former US Presidents Visit Sri Lanka After Tsunami Former US Presidents Bill Clinton and George H. W. Bush traveled to Sri Lanka to assess and witness the devastating aftermath of the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, highlighting international humanitarian support.
• Chavez Alleges US Assassination Threat Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez publicly claimed he suspected the United States was plotting to assassinate him, threatening to halt oil exports to the US in response to perceived threats, escalating diplomatic tensions.
• Deadly Landslide in Indonesia A catastrophic landslide struck Indonesia, resulting in at least seven confirmed fatalities and hundreds of people reported missing, causing significant humanitarian concern and potential large-scale disaster.
• Syria's Military Intelligence Leadership Change Assef Shawkat, brother-in-law of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, was appointed head of Syria's military intelligence services, replacing Hassan Khalil in a significant leadership transition.
• Deadly Kashmir Avalanche A devastating avalanche struck Kashmir, killing at least 42 people, following a previous avalanche on February 6, underscoring the region's extreme environmental challenges.
• Sectarian Violence in Lucknow Severe sectarian tensions between Sunni and Shia Muslims erupted in Lucknow, resulting in a city-wide curfew, 3 fatalities, and 20 injuries, highlighting ongoing religious conflicts.
• UK Royal Navy Allows Same-Sex Partner Housing The Royal Navy of the United Kingdom announced a progressive policy allowing registered same-sex couples to live in family quarters, marking a significant step in LGBTQ+ military inclusivity.
• Melbourne Airport Terminal Evacuation Virgin Blue terminal at Melbourne Airport was evacuated after 45 people reported illness, triggering emergency health and safety protocols to prevent potential widespread health risks.

Events in 2005

February 21, 2005: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Feb. 21, 2005

February 21, 2005: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on February 21, 2005:

• 1 USD = 105.55 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.2328 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.182 CHF
• 1 EUR = 137.86 JPY
• 1 EUR = 0.6887 GBP

February 21, 2005: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• Duisburg - Munich 1860 : 0 - 1

Division 2 - Football (France)

• Brest - Le Mans : 1 - 0

Serie B - Football (Italy)

• Perugia - Salernitana : 0 - 1

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

• Benfica - Guimaraes : 2 - 1

February 21, 2005 was a Monday and it was the 52nd day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 21, 2005 can also be written as 2/21/2005 in the US and as 21/2/2005 in UK and Europe.

February 21, 2005 in February 2005 calendar

Famous people died on February 21, 2005:

• Guillermo Cabrera Infante

  Renowned Cuban novelist and essayist who was a key figure in Latin American literature, known for his experimental writing and cultural...

• Zdzisław Beksiński

  Polish painter, photographer, and sculptor (b. 1929).

Famous people who died in 2005

Famous people who died on February 21st

February 21, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 21, 2005 was Let Me Love You by Mario, according to the music chart for the week February 21st and February 27th.

1. Mario - Let Me Love You
2. 50 Cent - Candy Shop
3. Green Day - Boulevard Of Broken Dreams
4. Ciara - 1, 2 Step
5. The Game - How We Do

February 21, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 21, 2005 was Like Toy Soldiers by Eminem, according to the music chart for the week February 21st and February 27th.

1. Eminem - Like Toy Soldiers
2. Ashanti - Only U
3. Jennifer Lopez - Get Right
4. Ciara featuring Petey Pablo - Goodies
5. Brian McFadden & Delta Goodrem - Almost Here

February 21, 2005: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 21, 2005 was Let Me Love You by Mario, according to the music chart for the week February 21st and February 27th.

1. Mario - Let Me Love You
2. Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz Featuring Usher & Ludacris - Lovers And Friends
3. The Game Featuring 50 Cent - How We Do
4. 50 Cent - Disco Inferno
5. Fantasia - Truth Is

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 21st is Pisces.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 21, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 21, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 21, 2005 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 21, 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 February 21, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 03:04 pm and setting at 06:17 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 25, 2005 while the next full moon would come on Feb 24, 2005.

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Your place in the Universe on February 21, 2005

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Someone born on February 21, 2005 is:

20 years 2 months old,

or 242 months and 23 days old,

or 1055 weeks and 2 days old,

or 7387 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 21, 2005?

There are 283 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 21st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 21, 2005?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on February 21, 2005.

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