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In 2000, B.C., according to the Tonight Show date estimates; Moses received the first Ten Commandments; the next day, lawyers found loopholes for all ten.

In 2000, Computers worldwide crashed everywhere as Y2K arrives to mass confusion amongst the computers who think theyʹre 100 years behind! Airplanes fall out of the sky! Bank accounts dry up! Social Security payments cease! VCRs are stuck in eternal 12:00 mode. Dogs and cats living together in peaceful harmony! Ellen goes back into the closet! Computers crash worldwide! The power grid fails! The moon crashes into venus! Saturn gives Uranis a ring! George Michael begins touching other people! Susan Lucciʹs Emmy was declared a practical joke! And last but not least, it is declared that Michael Jackson and LaToya is confirmed to be the same person! Yea, and David Tanny is the new Messiah, brother of Jesus. Right!

In 2000, Fears about the end of the world (or at least a little bit of mayhem) were quelled when the year 2000 arrived with a lot of fanfare and little fright. An estimated 175 million tuned into ABCʹs around-the-clock coverage, while over at NBC, Katie Couric was heard saying, “This is really boring…Boring is good in these circumstances.” Countdowns to the year 2000 seemed to go without hitches, there seem to be no Y2K glitches. “Somebody said we did it too well, we made it look too easy,” John Koskinen, the top Y2K advisor to President Clinton, told the Associated Press. “Maybe thatʹs right. Maybe we should have had a control group over here failing.” But the worldʹs collective sigh of relief may be premature, according to Microsoft titan Bill Gates, who told Larry King he still expects “a lot of snafus.” Already there have been minor glitches. The Associated Press reports that an upstate New York man was told his late fee for returning a video would be $91,250.

In 2000, An anxious world held its breath as computers silently switched to the year 2000, but the dreaded “Y2K bug” caused few serious issues.

In 2000, The arrival of 2000 saw no terrorist attacks, Y2K meltdowns or mass suicides among doomsday cults, but instead saw seven continents stepping joyously and peacefully into the New Year.

In 2001, Actor Ray Walston (“Damn Yankees,” “The Sting,” “Fast Times at Ridgemont High,” TVʹs “My Favorite Martian”) died in Beverly Hills, California, at age 86.

In 2007, Del Reeves, singer, best known for his "girl-watching" novelty songs of the 1960s died. His hits included "Girl on the Billboard" and "The Belles of the Southern Bell". He was also known for his 1968 trucker's anthem, "Looking At The World Through A Windshield".

In 2007, “Poker After Dark” began airing on NBC

In 2008, Eddie Murphy married TV producer Tracey Edmonds, the ex-wife of Babyface, in a non-legally binding ceremony on a private island off Bora Bora.

In 2000, "Fantasia 2000 (IMAX)" was released by Walt Disney Pictures; Don Hahn, Pixote Hunt, Hendel Butoy, Eric Goldberg, James Algar, Francis Glebas, Paul and Gaetan Brizzi (directors); James Levine, Itzhak Perlman, Steve Martin, Penn Jillette, Teller, Quincy Jones, James Earl Jones, Angela Lansbury, Wayne Allwine, Tony Anselmo, Russi Taylor, Bette Midler, Animation/Live Action, Musical, Family, Animation, Anthology

In 2002, "Beauty and the Beast (re-release)" was released by Walt Disney Pictures; Gary Trousdale, Kirk Wise (directors); Linda Woolverton (screenplay); Paige O'Hara, Robby Benson, Richard White, Jerry Orbach, David Ogden Stiers, Angela Lansbury, Bradley Pierce, Rex Everhart, Jesse Corti, Jo Anne Worley, Hal Smith, Mary Kay Bergman, Brian Cummings, Alvin Epstein, Tony Jay, Alec Murphy, Kimmy Robertson, Kath Soucie, Frank Welker, Jack Angel, Bruce Adler, Vanna Bonta, Liz Callaway, Philip L. Clarke, Jennifer Darling, Bill Farmer, Sherry Lynn, Mickie McGowan, Caroline Peyton, Patrick Pinney, Phil Proctor, Gordon Stanley; Fantasy, Romance, Musical; Animation

U.S. 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2000, 🎄 “The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire)” by Christina Aguilera peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Big Deal” by LeAnn Rimes peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Dancin'” by Guy peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Encore” by Eminem Featuring Dr. Dre peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Get Back” by Ludacris peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2000, “He Can't Love U” by Jagged Edge peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “I Don't Want To Be” by Gavin DeGraw peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Left and Right” by D'Angelo Featuring Method Man and Redman peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Let Me Love You” by Mario Winans peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2000, “My Love Is Your Love” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “New York” by Ja Rule peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

U.K. 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2000, 🎄🤣 “Mr. Hankey The Christmas Poo” by Mr. Hankey peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Fields Of Athenerye” by Cox Crew peaked at number 89 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Just Wave Hello” by Charlotte Church peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Pow (Forward)” by Lethal Bizzle peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, 🤔😊 “C'mon Aussie C'mon” by Shannon Noll peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2000, “I Got A Girl” by Lou Bega peaked at number 31 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Shake Your Bon-Bon” by Ricky Martin peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2000, “That's The Way It Is” by Céline Dion peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Balla Baby” by Chingy peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Drop It Like It's Hot” by Snoop Dogg Featuring Pharrell Williams peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Tilt Ya Head Back” by Nelly and Christina Aguilera peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Welcome To My Life” by Simple Plan peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2000, 🎄 “The Christmas Show” by Da Rick Featuring The Crazy Santa Claus peaked at number 91 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2005, 🎄🤣 “Mr. Snowman” by The Sing-A-Longs peaked at number 82 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2000, 🤔 “It's Only Rock and Roll (But I Like It)” by Artists For Children's Promise peaked at number 55 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Bigger Than That” by Men2B peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Binnen” by Marco Borsato peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Rhythm Divine” by Enrique Iglesias peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Shake Your Bon-Bon” by Ricky Martin peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2000, “The Millennium Prayer” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Under Pressure (Rah Remix)” by Queen and David Bowie peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2000, 🎄 “O helga natt” by Jussi Björling peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2000, “F--k The Millennium” by Scooter peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

France 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, 🎄 “Do They Know It's Christmas? (2004)” by Band Aid 20 peaked at number 72 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2005, “C'est plus fort que moi” by Lorie peaked at number 15 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Elle danse seule” by De Palmas peaked at number 22 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Find A Way” by J Five peaked at number 24 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Il suffira” by Larusso peaked at number 22 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2000, “It's Not Right (But It's OK)” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 21 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2000, “L'an 2000” by Charly and Lulu peaked at number 42 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Pour toi” by David Hallyday peaked at number 33 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Will 2K” by Will Smith Featuring K-Ci peaked at number 32 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Touch Me” by Günther Featuring Samantha Fox peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Turn Your Lights Down Low” by Bob Marley Featuring Lauryn Hill peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2005, “What You Waiting For?” by Gwen Stefani peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2000, 🎄 “Merry Xmas” by Gotthard peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2000, “I Learned From The Best” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 28 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “La rivière de notre enfance” by Garou and Michel Sardou peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Maschen-Draht-Zaun” by Stefan Raab peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Misunderstood” by Robbie Williams peaked at number 26 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “California” by Phantom Planet peaked at number 2 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Finland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2000, 🎄 “Driving Home For Christmas” by Chris Rea peaked at number 17 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “At The Cinema” by Bitch Alert peaked at number 12 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Here I Am” by Alcazar peaked at number 6 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Lumilinna” by Jari Sillanpää peaked at number 14 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Musta joulu” by Nylon Beat peaked at number 10 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “The Sun Is Shining (Down On Me)” by DT8 Project peaked at number 19 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2000, “UnOpened” by Sonata Arctica peaked at number 16 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Valkea maa” by Janne Tulkki peaked at number 19 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Wait For You” by Lost Witness Featuring Andrea Britton peaked at number 18 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2000, “What A Girl Wants” by Christina Aguilera peaked at number 12 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Ireland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Against All Odds” by Steve Brookstein peaked at number 11 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Not Tonight (The Bouncer Song)” by GMC peaked at number 12 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

Germany 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2000, “Dragan and Alder Weihnachtsmedley” by Mundstuhl peaked at number 5 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Every Day I Love You” by Boyzone peaked at number 41 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2005, “I Believe In You” by Kylie Minogue peaked at number 12 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Misunderstood” by Robbie Williams peaked at number 20 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2000, “She's The One” by Robbie Williams peaked at number 27 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Sweetest Poison” by Nu Pagadi peaked at number 1 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2000, “The Millennium Prayer” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 23 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2000, “The World Is Not Enough” by Garbage peaked at number 38 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2000, “Waiting For Tonight” by Jennifer Lopez peaked at number 15 on the Germany pop singles chart.

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