Friday May 26, 2017: on this day

May 26, 2017 was the 146th day of the year 2017, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Friday.

Is May 26, 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 26, 2017, who was born and died on May 26, 2017, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 26, 2017, which were the most popular songs (ex. Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber), 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 26th, 2017 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 26, 2017?


May 26, 2017 was a Friday and it was the 146th day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 26, 2017 can also be written as 5/26/2017 in the US and as 26/5/2017 in UK and Europe.

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May 26, 2017: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 26, 2017:

  • 2017 minya attack, gunmen open fire upon buses carrying coptic christians, minya governorate in egypt. at least 28 people were killed and dozens more were injured. according to state media, the egyptian air force attacked militant camps in eastern libya as a retaliation for the minya attack.
  • Minya governorate in egypt: gunmen open fire upon buses carrying coptic christians. at least 28 people were killed and dozens more were injured.
  • According to state media, the egyptian air force struck militant camps in eastern libya as a retaliation for the minya attack.
  • War in afghanistan (2001-present: taliban militants attack an afghan national army base in shah wali kot district in kandahar province. at least 15 soldiers were killed.
  • Taliban militants attacked an afghan national army base in shah wali kot district of kandahar province, killing at most 15 soldiers.
  • Syrian civil war: the united nations high commissioner to human rights zeid bin ra'ad urges all syrian air forces to distinguish between civilians and military targets.
  • United nations high commissioner zeid bin ra’ad for human rights calls on all syrian air forces to distinguish between civilians and military targets.
  • The mutitjulu national constitutional convention of aboriginal australians (and torres strait islanders) concludes with indigenous leaders calling to a treaty and reforms of the constitution of australia. this includes entrenchment of representatives bodies and commissions for indigenous rights.
  • Katie hopkins, a right-wing media personality, is leaving lbc with "immediate effects" following hopkins' tweet calling for a "final solution" for the united kingdom’s islamic terrorist problem. hopkins was responding to the manchester arena bombing that left 22 people dead.
  • 2017 sri lankan flood and landslide: the disaster management centre of sri lanka reports that 91 people have been killed and 110 are missing in 14 districts due to floods and landslides.
  • Enes kanter, a player in the nba oklahoma city thunder, is being held by the turkish government. he is suspected of belonging to a terrorist group. kanter is a vocal supporter fethullahgulen and was returning from a charity tour in the u.s. when he was arrested in bucharest, romania. his turkish passport had been revoked. kanter claims he wants to become a citizen of the united states.
  • According to a spokesperson for chipotle mexican grill, hackers took customer payment information from many of their stores in three weeks beginning at the end march.
  • 2017 portland train attack: two men were stabbed to death by a train driver after trying to stop a man who shouted racial slurs at 2 teenage girls (one of whom was wearing a hijab).
  • Two men are killed by a train train in portland, oregon after trying to stop a man who shouts racist slurs at two teenage girls. one of the women was wearing a hijab.
  • Zbigniew brzezinski (polish-american diplomat), was a counselor to president lyndon b. johnson (1966-1968), and president jimmy carter's national safety advisor (1977-1981). he dies at the age 89. (the washington post)
  • Construction has begun on the european extremely large telescope in northern chile. the elt will be operational by 2024.

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May 26, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 26, 2017:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $81.61
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $154.00
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $69.80
  • General Electric GE: opens at $27.46
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $152.85

Exchange Rates on May 26, 2017:

  • 1 USD = 0.8942 EUR
  • 1 USD = 111.31 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.7812 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3406 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3448 CAD

May 26, 2017: What were the main match results that day?

La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)

  • Levante - UCAM Murcia : 3 - 1
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May 26, 2017: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini 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 26, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on May 26th, 2017 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 26, 2017: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 26, 2017 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 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 26, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 06:29 am and setting at 10:21 pm.

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 26, 2017?


Whose famous birthday is on May 26th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 26th:

  • Lauryn Hill
    Lauryn Hill

    Lauryn hill is a grammy-winning r&b singer known for her powerful vocals and socially conscious lyrics.

  • Helena Bonham Carter
    Helena Bonham Carter

    Helena bonham carter is an english actress known for her versatile and eccentric roles in films such as 'fight club', 'the king's speech',...

  • Pam Grier
    Pam Grier

    Pam grier is an american actress known for her roles in iconic 1970s blaxploitation films such as 'coffy' and 'foxy brown'.

  • Corinne Le Poulain
    Corinne Le Poulain

    French actress on stage, film, and tv, niece of jean le poulain.

  • James Arness
    James Arness

    American actor best known for his tv series, "gunsmoke," 1955-1975.

  • Peter Cushing
    Peter Cushing

    England, united kingdom -- actor.

  • Peggy Lee
    Peggy Lee

    American singer, songwriter and arranger.

  • Elisabeth Harnois
    Elisabeth Harnois

    American actress.

  • Margaret Colin
    Margaret Colin

    Actress (independence day: three men & a baby).

  • Nicki Aycox
    Nicki Aycox

    Nicki Aycox is an actress who has appeared in various TV shows and movies.

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May 26, 2017: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 6 years 10 months old,

or 82 months and 3 days old,

or 357 weeks

or 2499 days old,

if you were born on May 26, 2017.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 26, 2017?

There are 58 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 26th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 26, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on May 26, 2017.

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May 26, 2017: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 26, 2017:

  • Solmon Berkofsky

    Innovative sculptor recognized for his abstract metal artworks.

  • Veera Kinnunen

    Veera Kinnunen was a successful rally driver who made a mark in the motorsport world.

  • Zbigniew Brzezinski

    Polish-born american politician (b. 1928).

  • Dobromir Taškov
  • Carlo Zorzoli
  • Laura Biagiotti
  • Toni Bertorelli
  • Jim Bunning
  • Andrés Percivale (77)

What famous deaths happened on May 26th?

Famous deaths on May 26th:

  • Ray Liotta
    Ray Liotta

    American actor seen in "lethal weapon", and "goodfellas.

  • Art Linkletter
    Art Linkletter

    Canadian entertainer.

  • Jean Constantin
    Jean Constantin

    French singer-songwriter and composer of over 300 songs.

  • Sharon Lynn
    Sharon Lynn

    Actress (way out west big broadcast), dies aged 53.

  • George Brent
    George Brent

    Actor (baby face.

  • Cybele

    Ancient Phrygian and Greek goddess associated with nature, fertility, and the Great Mother.

  • Fount Haines

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.

  • Phinneas Newborn

    Renowned basketball player known for his exceptional skills on the court.

  • Zeki Velidi Togan

    Renowned historian known for his works on Turkic history.

  • Adamae Davis

    Renowned jazz singer and performer.

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May 26, 2017: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 26, 2017:

  • Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
  • Georgia - National Day
  • Poland - Mother's Day
  • Australia - National Sorry Day

Saints celebrated on May 26, 2017:

  • Saint Germain of Paris
  • Saint William of Aquitaine
  • Saint Simitrius
  • Saint Philip Neri (died 1595)
  • Saint Lambert (d.1154)
  • Saint Berenger (died 1093)
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May 26, 2017: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 26, 2017 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 22nd and May 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 26, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

May 26, 2017: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 26, 2017 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

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

May 26, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 26, 2017 was That's What I Like by Bruno Mars, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

May 26, 2017: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 26, 2017 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - That's What I Like
  2. - I'm The One
  3. - Humble.
  4. - Mask Off
  5. - XO TOUR Llif3

May 26, 2017: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 26, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

May 26, 2017: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 26, 2017 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Despacito
  2. - El Amante
  3. - Chantaje
  4. - Subeme La Radio
  5. - Felices Los 4

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May 26, 2017: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 26, 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 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

May 26, 2017: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 26, 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 26, 2017: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 26, 2017 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

No Middle Name by Lee Child

No Middle Name

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * Prepare for the ultimate Jack Reacher experience with a novella and 11 stories previously published, all in one heart-pounding collection by Lee Child.

Into the Water by Paula Hawkins

Into the Water

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER An addictive novel of psychological suspense by the author of The Girl on the Train, #1 New York Times Bestseller and global phenomenon. Megan Abbott and Gillian Flynn are two of the leading female authors …

Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon

Everything, Everything

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This instant #1 New York Times Bestseller is now a major motion movie starring Amandla STenberg as Maddy, and Nick Robinson as Olly. You don't have to risk it all. . . For love.

Gwendy's Button Box  by Stephen King, Richard Chizmar

Gwendy's Button Box

By:

In Book 1, Maine Stephen King and Richard Chizmar team up for this chilling novella, which revisits Castle Rock's mysterious past.

Surrender by Helen Hardt

Surrender

By:

Jonah Steel is in love with Melanie Carmichael, but he still feels the guilt as he attempts to solve the mystery of his family's past.

May 26, 2017: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 26, 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 26, 2017?

On May 26, 2017 the US President was Donald John Trump (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 2017?

On May 26, 2017 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 26, 2017?

On May 26, 2017 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about May 26th?

May 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:

  • 2019 - May 2019 kathmandu bombings - four people were killed and seven more were injured in three explosions that occurred in kathmandu, nepal. police suspect a maoist splinter organization may be responsible.
  • 2018 - 2018 lower puna eruption: many more properties destroyed by kilauea's continuing eruption.
  • 2017 - 2017 minya attack, gunmen open fire upon buses carrying coptic christians, minya governorate in egypt. at least 28 people were killed and dozens more were injured. according to state media, the egyptian air force attacked militant camps in eastern libya as a retaliation for the minya attack.

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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.

Discover how May 2017 calendar looked like.

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