Historical Events
- The Puerto Rican government closes the Department of Education and 42 other government agencies due to significant shortages in cash flow.
Famous Deaths
- Big Hawk, American rapper (b.1969)
- George Haines, American swimming coach (7 x US Olympic teams), dies of a stroke at 82
- Johnny Paris, American saxophonist (Johnny and the Hurricanes) (b. 1940)
- Rob Lacey, Christian Author. (b. 1962)
Died in 2006 2006 Highlights
About May 1, 2006
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 17 years, 11 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Taurus
Holidays: Labour Day (India), May Day (Ireland, United Kingdom)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Bad Day - Daniel Powter
#1 Song: Crazy - Gnarls Barkley
