Historical Events
- Only three days after a previous record, Sherpa Lakpa Gelu climbs Mount Everest in 10 hours 56 minutes. The tourism ministry of Nepal confirms this record in July that year.
Famous Deaths
- Gerald S. Hawkins, English-American astronomer (archaeoastronomy), dies at 75
- Kathleen Winsor, American writer (b. 1919)
2003 Highlights
About May 26, 2003
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 19 years and 10 months
Leap Year: No
Holidays: Memorial Day (United States), Spring Bank Holiday (United Kingdom)
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Gemini
#1 Song: 21 Questions - 
#1 Song: Ignition - 
