What Happened on May 26, 2023

Historical Events

  • At least 828 civilians have now died and 3,688 have been injured over six weeks of fighting in Sudan, according to the Sudanese American Physicians Association [1]
  • Philadelphia Phillies reliever Craig Kimbrel becomes eighth MLB pitcher to earn 400 career saves, in 6-4 victory over Braves in Atlanta

Famous Deaths

  • Jack Lee, American rock singer and songwriter (Blondie - "Hanging on the Telephone"; Paul Young - "Come Back and Stay"), dies of colon cancer at 71
  • Reuben Wilson, American jazz organist ("Got to Get Your Own"), dies of lung cancer at 88
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About May 26, 2023

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 11 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Gemini

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