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In 2000, Disney/ABC Cable Networks launched its new soap opera channel “SoapNet.” The 24-hour ad-supported network features same-day primetime reruns of Disney-owned ABCʹs “All My Children,” “General Hospital,” “One Life to Live” and “Port Charles” and an original program called “Soap Center”. SoapNet is poised to compete with Sonyʹs planned new soap opera channel called “SoapCity,” also scheduled to be launched early next year. SoapCity will run same-day primetime repeats of soaps from Sony-owned Columbia TriStar Television and Procter and Gamble such as “The Young and the Restless,” “Days of Our Lives,” “Guiding Light,” “Another World” and “As the World Turns.” Neither network has announced distribution deals or specific program schedules.

In 2000, On another demented episode of the serial “Passions,” seen on NBC, after eating a poisoned puff pastry meant for her enemy (the goody goody Charity), witch Tabitha Lennox melts into a pool of water. Thinking quickly, her living doll companion Timmy calls for help, summoning Doctor Bombay from “Bewitched.” In order to help her, the good doctor turns Tabitha into a fish.

In 2000, On Passions, Timmy (Josh Ryan Evans) called a witch doctor Dr. Bombay (Bernard Fox, who played Dr. Bombay on classic sitcom Bewitched) to help Tabitha. He later turned her into a fish.

In 2000, “Brutally Normal” TV sitcom premiered on WB

In 2000, “Double Dare (as Double Dare 2000)” returned to be airing new episodes on Nickelodeon.

In 2000, “Europop” album by Eiffel 65 was certified Platinum by the RIAA

In 2000, "Mario Party 2" was released on the Nintendo Wii video game platform. It is a board-game style video game for the Nintendo 64, where Mario and his friends compete for stars and coins in various themed boards and mini-games.

In 2003, The movies “Confessions of a Dangerous Mind” and “Darkness Falls” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2003, “Penn and Teller: Bulls…[BANG]…hit!” began airing on Showtime.

In 2004, Six months after they began dating, actress Selma Blair and actor-rocker Ahmet Zappa got married at the Coldwater Canyon, California, home of actress-writer Carrie Fisher.

In 2005, Country singer Lynn Anderson was arrested for shoplifting after being caught stealing a Harry Potter DVD from a New Mexico supermarket and punching a police officer during her arrest.

In 2005, on General Hospital, Emily shot and killed her rapist, Connor Bishop, in self-defense.

In 2007, on Guiding Light, Tammy died after being struck by a car.

In 2008, Charlie Daniels who is known for his #1 country hit "The Devil Went Down to Georgia", was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.

In 2003, "Amen." was released by Kino International; Costa-Gavras (director); Ulrich Tukur, Mathieu Kassovitz, Ion Caramitru, Marcel Iureş; Drama; Live Action

In 2003, "Blind Spot: Hitler's Secretary" was released by Sony Pictures Classics; André Heller (director/screenplay); Othmar Schmiderer (screenplay); Traudl Junge; Documentary; Live Action

In 2003, "Darkness Falls" was released by Columbia Pictures / Revolution Studios / Distant Corners; Jonathan Liebesman (director); Joe Harris, James Vanderbilt, John Fasano (screenplay); Chaney Kley, Emma Caulfield, Lee Cormie, Grant Piro, John Stanton, Sullivan Stapleton, Steve Mouzakis, Peter Curtin, Kestie Morassi, Jenny Lovell, Emily Browning, Antony Burrows, Korie Ferguson, Rebecca McCauley, Andrew Dauchy, Gary A. Hecker; Supernatural, Horror; Live Action

In 2003, "Super Sucker" was released by Purple Rose Films; Jeff Daniels (director); Jeff Daniels, Dawn Wells, Harve Presnell, Matt Letscher; Comedy; Live Action

In 2006, "Wristcutters: A Love Story" was released by Autonomous Films; Goran Dukić (director/screenplay); Patrick Fugit, Shannyn Sossamon, Shea Whigham, Leslie Bibb, Tom Waits, Mark Boone Junior, Will Arnett; Black Comedy; Romance, Road

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

In 2009, “One More Drink” by Ludacris Featuring T-Pain peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Read Your Mind” by Avant peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2004, “White Flag” by Dido peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2004, “Feeling This” by blink-182 peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Into Your Hideout” by Pilate peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Rehab” by Rihanna and Justin Timberlake peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)” by Beyoncé peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Take Me Away” by Fefe Dobson peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2004, “The Way You Move” by OutKast Featuring Sleepy Brown peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

MuchMusic-Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2004, “Feeling This” by blink-182 peaked at number 8 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Get Up” by 50 Cent peaked at number 14 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Give Me The Music” by Eva Avila peaked at number 5 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Into Your Hideout” by Pilate peaked at number 3 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Life Times” by Ten Second Epic peaked at number 15 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Sex On Fire” by Kings of Leon peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Take Me Away” by Fefe Dobson peaked at number 14 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2004, “The Way You Move” by OutKast Featuring Sleepy Brown peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 2004, 😉 “Milkshake” by Kelis peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2004, “All I Wanna Do” by Amy Studt peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Day 'n' Nite (Remix)” by Kid Cudi vs. Crookers peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Everybody Cries” by Liberty X peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2004, “I Promise” by Stacie Orrico peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Issues” by The Saturdays peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Let It Rock” by Kevin Rudolf Featuring Lil' Wayne peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Mad” by Ne-Yo peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Me, Myself and I” by Beyoncé peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Mister Mental” by The Eighties Matchbox B-Line Disaster peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)” by Beyoncé peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Take Me Out” by Franz Ferdinand peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2004, “The Funeral Of Hearts” by HIM peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “The Loving Kind” by Girls Aloud peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2004, 😉 “Milkshake” by Kelis peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Burn” by Jessica Mauboy peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Don't Ask Me” by Heli Simpson peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Hey Ya!” by OutKast peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Hit That” by The Offspring peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Let It Rock” by Kevin Rudolf Featuring Lil' Wayne peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Love Lockdown” by Kanye West peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2004, “My Immortal” by Evanescence peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2004, “My Time” by Dutch Featuring Crystal Waters peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Numb” by Linkin Park peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Pass That Dutch” by Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott peaked at number 26 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2004, “A Life With You” by Adeaze peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Are You Gonna Be My Girl” by Jet peaked at number 17 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Circus” by Britney Spears peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Holidae In” by Chingy Featuring Ludacris and Snoop Dogg peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2009, “I'm Yours” by Jason Mraz peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Jump” by Girls Aloud peaked at number 13 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Suga Suga” by Baby Bash Featuring Frankie J peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2004, “10 Years From Now” by Meg peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Another Day” by Bertolf peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Berichtje” by 4 Girlz peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Heb je even voor mij” by DJ Maurice peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Hijo de la luna” by Belle Perez and Voice Male peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Jump” by Girls Aloud peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Nie prate nie and nie zinge nie” by Gebroeders Ko peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Obsesión” by Aventura peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Sex On Fire” by Kings of Leon peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)” by Blue Featuring Stevie Wonder and Angie Stone peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “verliefdheid” by Jordy van Loon peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Circus” by Britney Spears peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Heartless” by Kanye West peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2004, “It's My Life” by No Doubt peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Jigga Jigga!” by Scooter peaked at number 24 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Love Strikes” by Eskobar peaked at number 20 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Poker Face” by Lady Gaga peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Rehab” by Rihanna and Justin Timberlake peaked at number 28 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Shut Up” by Black Eyed Peas peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Step Right Up” by Sunset Strippers peaked at number 23 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “The Fear” by Lily Allen peaked at number 30 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2004, “The Voice Within” by Christina Aguilera peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Where Do You Go?” by Charizma peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Bis zum Schluss” by Curse mit Silbermond peaked at number 21 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Du hast mein Herz gebrochen” by Yvonne Catterfeld peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “I Hate This Part” by The Pussycat Dolls peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Rehab” by Rihanna and Justin Timberlake peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Shut Up” by Black Eyed Peas peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Too Lost In You” by Sugababes peaked at number 26 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “In The Party” by Shalya peaked at number 17 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Je laisse faire” by Sarah Théry peaked at number 28 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Si tu savais” by Shy'm peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Tatoue-moi” by Mikelangelo Loconte peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2004, “Changes” by Ozzy and Kelly Osbourne peaked at number 15 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2004, “I Believe In A Thing Called Love” by The Darkness peaked at number 14 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Poker Face” by Lady Gaga peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Rehab” by Rihanna and Justin Timberlake peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2004, “Behind Blue Eyes” by Limp Bizkit peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Infinity 2008” by Guru Josh Project peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Lost In Love” by MusicStars peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2004, “On n'oublie jamais rien, on vit avec” by Hélène Segara and Laura Pausini peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Reviens (où te caches-tu?)” by Garou peaked at number 23 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2004, “It's My Life” by No Doubt peaked at number 7 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Love Profusion” by Madonna peaked at number 5 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2009, “State Your Case” by Martina Stavolo peaked at number 19 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2009, “This Is The Life” by Amy Macdonald peaked at number 2 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Finland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2004, “As The Rush Comes” by Motorcycle peaked at number 8 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Beautiful Things” by Andain peaked at number 11 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Decode” by Paramore peaked at number 9 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Ei koskaan enää” by @junkmail peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “I Don't Care” by Fall Out Boy peaked at number 17 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Kuunnellaan vaan taivasta” by Hector peaked at number 14 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Popstars” by Neljä Ruusua peaked at number 4 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Puhu äänellä jonka kuulen” by Happoradio peaked at number 3 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Somebody To Love” by Boogie Pimps peaked at number 17 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Spain 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Better In Time” by Leona Lewis peaked at number 14 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2009, “La historia de Juan Castillo” by Los Chichos / Estopa peaked at number 4 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Love's Divine” by Seal peaked at number 13 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2004, “The Unnamed Feeling” by Metallica peaked at number 1 on the Spain pop singles chart.

Denmark 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2004, “Jigga Jigga!” by Scooter peaked at number 17 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Shake” by Bent Fabric peaked at number 10 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Sober” by P!nk peaked at number 14 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

Belgium 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2004, “Hey Ya / Ghetto Musick” by OutKast peaked at number 18 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Jump” by Girls Aloud peaked at number 6 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Las Vegas” by Laura Lynn peaked at number 11 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Listen To Your Heart” by DHT peaked at number 15 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

Bulgaria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Hot Stuff” by Elize peaked at number 19 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Run” by Leona Lewis peaked at number 1 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

Ireland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Just Dance” by Lady Gaga Featuring Colby O'Donis peaked at number 1 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)” by Beyoncé peaked at number 4 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2004, “This Groove / Let Your Head Go” by Victoria Beckham peaked at number 17 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Too Lost In You” by Sugababes peaked at number 13 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Turn Me On” by Kevin Lyttle Featuring Spragga Benz peaked at number 14 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

Portugal 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Beggin'” by Madcon peaked at number 2 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

Germany 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2004, “Alles an Dir” by Laith Al-Deen peaked at number 21 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Be Faithful” by Fatman Scoop Featuring The Crooklyn Clan peaked at number 28 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Dirty Dancing” by New Kids On The Block peaked at number 23 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Du bist nicht allein” by Zeichen der Zeit peaked at number 8 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Hey Ya!” by OutKast peaked at number 6 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Leben ... I Feel You” by Schiller mit Heppner peaked at number 15 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Let It Rock” by Kevin Rudolf Featuring Lil' Wayne peaked at number 10 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Mandy” by Westlife peaked at number 14 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2004, “My Immortal” by Evanescence peaked at number 5 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Niemals” by Farin Urlaub Racing Team peaked at number 28 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Pictures Of You” by The Last Goodnight peaked at number 25 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Rehab” by Rihanna and Justin Timberlake peaked at number 4 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2004, “Say It Isn't So” by Gareth Gates peaked at number 26 on the Germany pop singles chart.