Your place in the Universe on 2006
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Get your map!2006 (MMVI in Roman Numerals) was the year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar, the 2006th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations.
Is 2006 a year special to you? Discover what 2006 was famous for, Key World Leaders of 2006, 2006 Time’s Person of the Year, the #1 song, movie and book in 2006, how old is someone born in 2006 and what Chinese zodiac sign is associated to 2006.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
In 2006, George W. Bush (Republican) was the President of the United States. His term spanned from January 20, 2001 to January 20, 2009. His administration led the U.S. response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks and initiated wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.
In 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour). His premiership saw the introduction of New Labour policies, major public service reforms, and military intervention in Iraq and Kosovo.
The leader of the Catholic Church in 2006 was Pope Benedict XVI who had held the papacy since 2005. His papacy emphasized the need to return to traditional Catholic values, and he became the first pope in 600 years to resign from office.
The number 1 song in the USA in 2006, i.e. the best selling and most popular song of tha year, was Temperature by Sean Paul
The number 1 song in the UK in 2006, i.e. the best selling and most popular song of tha year, was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean
The most popular movie and box office hit was 300 by Zack Snyder
Someone born in 2006 is 19 years old this year.
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According to the Chinese Zodiac and Astrology 2006 was the Year of the Dog.
Discover Zodiac Sign Characteristics and Personality Traits of people born under the Dog sign.