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Decade - 2000s

This category has questions involving events, social trends, political beliefs, major discoveries, or general information related to the 2000s.

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What happened in the U.S. in 2001 that was major?

In 2001, terrorists crashed into the Twin Towers. Many people died in the September 11th attacks on the Twin towers.

What are some major events in 1995-2000?

There were many major events that happened from 1995-2000. This includes the acquittal of OJ Simpson, and the Oklahoma City bombing.

Who are the congressmen in Manila?

The following are the members of the House of Representatives (14th Congress) from Manila:

* Rep. Benjamin Asilo - 1st District * Rep. Jaime C. Lopez - 2nd District * Rep. Maria Zenaida B. Angping - 3rd District * Rep. Ma. Theresa B. Bonoan-David - 4th District * Rep. Amado S. Bagatsing - 5th District * Rep. Bienvenido M. Abante, Jr. - 6th District

What was established in the year 2000?

The year 2000 was not only the beginning of a new century, it was the beginning of a new millenium. It was a very exciting and, for some, fearful time to be alive. The reason for this is in most cultures dates not only mark the passage of time, but the hold both symbolic and memorable meaning. For some, a new millenium brought renewed hope and expectations of tremendous changes for the better in their own lives and in the world, and the mood was like a magnified New Years Eve party. For others it had religious or other significance that was frightening to them. Either way, it was momentous for those of us who live in the Western world and use the Julian calendar.

What are the differences between 19th and 20th century cinema?

Cine filming was only invented very late in the 19th cent, so you can't really talk about '19th cent' cinema, it was just a few people using the newly invented process. In the 20th cent, of course, we had everything form documentaries to blockbusters.

Important Events in 2009?

Barack Obama elected as first African American president

Jon and Kate Drama

Plane Lands on the Hudson River

Cris Brown and Rihanna Drama

Michael Jackson's Death

Kanye interrupts Taylor Swift

Oprah Announces the shows' End

Tiger Woods Scandel

Susan Boyle

Lady Gaga

Merits of globalisation?

There are various merits attached to globalization. For example, there is the fact that it has made research and development a global endeavor.

Were Americans united in there opposition to british rules?

No. The best available evidence suggests that popular support for the revolution probably did not not rise above about a third of the population, but that was enough.

What major events happened in the world in 2005?

1) Hurricane Katrina

2) The failure of the European Constitution

3) The death of Pope John Paul II

4) World crude price hits record high

5) More countries are plagued by bird flu

6) UN reform staggers along

7) World leaders attend commemoration of World War II

8) France, Holland reject EU constitution

9) Six-party nuclear talks make headway

10) France was plagued by riots

Most common last names in Canada?

According to http://www.cbc.ca/news/background/name-change/common-surnames.html the most common surname in Canada is 'Li", followed by Smith.

'List of Victoria Cross recipients '?

I suggest you start at the National Archives - Victoria Cross registers

Who are the most famous US generals?

Every US War had their share of famous Generals: The Revolutionary War had GEN Washington & Arnold; The War of 1812 had GEN Andrew Jackson; The Mexican War of 1846-1848, had GEN's Kearny, Taylor, Scott; The US Civil War had GEN's Stonewall Jackson, Robert E. Lee, Grant, Sherman, Stuart, etc; The US Indian Wars had GEN's Miles, Crook, Canby; The Spanish-American War of 1898 had GEN Shafter, ADMIRAL Dewey; WWI had GEN (Blackjack) Pershing; WWII had GEN's MacArthur, Eisenhower, Bradley, Patton, Simon Buckner; The Korean War had GEN's Ridgeway, Mark Clark, Walker; The Vietnam War had GEN's Westmoreland, Abrams...etc.

What was the price of milk in 2001?

In 2001, the price of milk was $3 per gallon. Over the years, the cost of milk has witnessed a steady increase, with the price as of April, 2014, being $3.69 per gallon.

Price of eggs in 1995?

Today, a dozen eggs can cost nearly three dollars. Back in 1995, a dozen eggs only cost a little above 1 dollar.