Historical Events
Papal Inauguration
Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger is inaugurated as the 265th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church taking the name Pope Benedict XVI.
Famous Deaths
- Ezer Weizman, President of Israel (b. 1924)
- Fei Xiaotong, Chinese sociologist (b. 1910)
2005 Highlights
About April 24, 2005
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 17 years, 10 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Candy Shop - 50 Cent Featuring Olivia
#1 Song: (Is This The Way To) Amarillo? - Tony Christie Ft. Peter Kay
