What happened on Saturday March 05, 2016?

Here's what happened on March 05, 2016:

• US primary elections On March 5, 2016, the United States held a series of primary elections, known as Super Saturday, where voters in multiple states cast their ballots for presidential candidates. This day was crucial for both the Democratic and Republican parties in determining their nominees. source: nytimes.com
• Democratic Party primary results On March 5, 2016, the Democratic Party held primary elections in several states, including Texas and Georgia. The results were significant in shaping the race for the Democratic nomination, with Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders competing for delegates. source: nytimes.com
• Philippines impounds North Korean cargo ship On March 5, 2016, the Philippines announced the impounding of a North Korean cargo ship suspected of violating international sanctions. This action was part of the global effort to enforce sanctions against North Korea's nuclear program. source: reuters.com
• Republican Party Caucus Results Ted Cruz secured victories in the Republican Party caucuses in Kansas and Maine, demonstrating his ongoing campaign momentum.
• Donald Trump's Primary Wins Donald Trump won the Louisiana primary election and Kentucky caucus, further solidifying his position in the Republican presidential race.
• Taliban Insurgency: Peace Talks Rejection The Afghan Taliban released an official statement disapproving of peace negotiations with Afghanistan's government, demanding that foreign forces cease military operations and completely withdraw from the country. Direct peace talks were anticipated to occur in Islamabad, Pakistan in the following week.
• Turkey's Media Suppression Turkish police used tear gas against protesters outside the Istanbul headquarters of Zaman newspaper, which had been forcibly taken over by the Turkish government, symbolizing increasing media restrictions.
• China's Anti-Corruption Campaign Wang Min, the former party chief for Liaoning and Jilin provinces, was placed under investigation by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, demonstrating China's ongoing anti-corruption efforts.
• Honduras Mass Killing In Tegucigalpa, Honduras' capital, gunmen disguised as police officers committed a mass murder, killing up to ten individuals in a shocking act of violence.
• Slovakian Parliamentary Election Slovakian voters elected representatives to all 150 National Council seats. Despite Prime Minister Robert Fico's Smer party losing its majority, they were expected to form a coalition government, highlighting the complex political landscape.
• Aden Unrest: Police Chief Assassination In the ongoing Aden unrest (2015-present), unidentified gunmen assassinated the Tawahi district's police chief and one of his personal aides, highlighting the persistent instability in the region.
• China's Railway Expansion Project China announced plans to construct a strategic railway connecting Lhasa, the capital of Tibet, with Chengdu, potentially enhancing transportation infrastructure in the region.
• Bangkok Commuter Boat Explosion A serious maritime incident occurred when an engine explosion on a Bangkok commuter boat resulted in over 60 people being hospitalized. Authorities determined the explosion was caused by a liquefied natural gas leak. The boat operator was subsequently instructed to exclusively use diesel fuel across its 25-boat fleet.
• Samoan General Elections The Human Rights Protection Party maintained its political dominance in the Samoan general elections, securing continued governance.

Events in 2016

March 05, 2016: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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March 05, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on March 05, 2016:

• 1 USD = 1.3426 AUD
• 1 USD = 0.9933 CHF
• 1 EUR = 1.4748 AUD
• 1 EUR = 1.4611 CAD
• 1 AUD = 0.9896 CAD

March 05, 2016: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

• Napoli - Chievo : 3 - 1
• Verona - Sampdoria : 0 - 3

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Club Brugge - St Truiden : 3 - 0
• Kortrijk - Waregem : 1 - 0
• Lokeren - Westerlo : 2 - 1
• Mouscron-Peruwelz - Anderlecht : 2 - 1
• Oostende - Charleroi : 2 - 1

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

• Augsburg - Leverkusen : 3 - 3
• Dortmund - Bayern Munich : 0 - 0
• Ein Frankfurt - Ingolstadt : 1 - 1
• FC Koln - Schalke 04 : 1 - 3
• Stuttgart - Hoffenheim : 5 - 1

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• Paderborn - Greuther Furth : 1 - 1
• Union Berlin - Frankfurt FSV : 4 - 0

March 05, 2016 was a Saturday and it was the 65th day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 05, 2016 can also be written as 3/5/2016 in the US and as 5/3/2016 in UK and Europe.

March 05, 2016 in March 2016 calendar

Famous people died on March 05, 2016:

• Nikolaus Harnoncourt

  Nikolaus Harnoncourt was a renowned Austrian conductor and cellist who revolutionized the performance of early music.

• Ray Tomlinson

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• Al Wistert
• Dieter Fischer

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March 05, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 05, 2016 was Work by Rihanna Featuring Drake, according to the music chart for the week February 29th and March 6th.

1. Rihanna Featuring Drake - Work
2. Justin Bieber - Love Yourself
3. twenty one pilots - Stressed Out
4. Justin Bieber - Sorry
5. Flo Rida - My House

March 05, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 05, 2016 was Work by Rihanna Featuring Drake, according to the music chart for the week February 29th and March 6th.

1. Rihanna Featuring Drake - Work
2. G-Eazy x Bebe Rexha - Me, Myself & I
3. The Weeknd - In The Night
4. Bryson Tiller - Don't
5. Yo Gotti Featuring Nicki Minaj - Down In The DM

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 5th is Pisces.

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March 05, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 05, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 05, 2016 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 05, 2016 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 March 05, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 03:49 am and setting at 03:20 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 22, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Mar 23, 2016.

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Your place in the Universe on March 05, 2016

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Someone born on March 05, 2016 is:

10 years 2 months old,

or 122 months and 19 days old,

or 533 weeks and 1 day old,

or 3732 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 05, 2016?

There are 285 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday March 5th 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 05, 2016?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on March 05, 2016.

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