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In 2001, “Unsolved Mysteries” returned to be airing new episodes on Lifetime.

In 2002, Steve Fossett became the first person to complete a solo circumnavigation of the world nonstop in a balloon.

In 2002, A record 62 home runs were hit in the major leagues, breaking the mark of 57 set on April 7, 2000. Raul Ibanez homered twice for Kansas City, making him the record ninth player to hit at least two in a game. San Franciscoʹs Damon Minor, Tsuyoshi Shinjo and Reggie Sanders each homered twice as the Giants became the 16th team to have three players with multiple homers in a game, an 18-5 win against Colorado.

In 2003, The movie “Legally Blonde 2: Red White and Blonde” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A. Oh my god itʹs Capitol Barbie! Bring your barf bags with you. This movie may be too sweet and cute for weak stomachs to handle.

In 2003, The movies “Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas” and “Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2004, The movies “De-Lovely” and “The Clearing” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2005, The Live 8 concerts were held around the world to battle poverty, which saw Tim McGraw and Faith Hill performing in Rome, and Toby Keith and Keith Urban in Philadelphia. Among other acts who took part: Paul McCartney, U2, Pink Floyd, Neil Young, Dave Matthews, Sting and Brian Wilson. More than 1,000 musicians performed at the concerts, which were broadcast on 182 television networks and 2,000 radio networks.

In 2005, Live Eight took place in ten different cities worldwide to draw attention to poverty in Africa. Among the highlights was the reunion of Pink Floyd in London.

In 2006, Comic Jan Murray died in Beverly Hills, California, at age 89.

In 2009, Houston Astros beat the Padres 7-2, but only after waiting out a 52-minute delay in the top of the ninth inning caused when a swarm of bees took over part of left field at San Diegoʹs Petco Park.

In 2003, "Gasoline" was released by Strand Releasing; Monica Stambrini (director); Maya Sansa, Regina Orioli; Crime; Live Action

In 2003, "Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde" was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer; Charles Herman-Wurmfeld (director); Kate Kondell (screenplay); Reese Witherspoon, Sally Field, Regina King, Jennifer Coolidge, Luke Wilson, Bob Newhart, Bruce McGill, Dana Ivey, Jessica Cauffiel, Alanna Ubach, Bruce Thomas, Mary Lynn Rajskub, J. Barton, Stanley Anderson, Jack McGee, Sam Pancake, Octavia Spencer, James Urbaniak, Robert Peters, Jackie Hoffman, Carolyn Hennesy, Keone Young, James Read, Tane McClure, Sarah Shahi, Masi Oka; Romance, Comedy; Live Action

In 2003, "Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas" was released by DreamWorks; Tim Johnson, Patrick Gilmore (director); John Logan (screenplay); Brad Pitt, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Michelle Pfeiffer, Joseph Fiennes, Dennis Haysbert, Adriano Giannini, Timothy West, Jim Cummings, Conrad Vernon, Raman Hui, Chris Miller, Frank Welker, Chung Chan, Andrew Birch; Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Family, Adventure, Animation

In 2003, "Swimming Pool" was released by Focus Features; François Ozon (director/screenplay); Emmanuele Bernheim (screenplay); Charlotte Rampling, Ludivine Sagnier, Charles Dance, Marc Fayolle, Jean-Marie Lamour, Mireille Mosse, Lauren Farrow, Sebastian Harcombe, Frances Cuka, Michel Fau, Émilie Gavois-Kahn; Thriller; Live Action

In 2003, "Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Intermedia Films / C2 Pictures; Jonathan Mostow (director); John Brancato, Michael Ferris (screenplay); Arnold Schwarzenegger, Nick Stahl, Claire Danes, Kristanna Loken, David Andrews, Mark Famiglietti, Earl Boen, Jay Acovone, Kim Robillard, Mark Hicks, Billy D. Lucas; Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Live Action

In 2004, "America's Heart and Soul" was released by Walt Disney Pictures / Blacklight Films; Louis Schwartzberg (director/screenplay); Documentary

In 2004, "Before Sunset" was released by Warner Independent Pictures / Castle Rock Entertainment; Richard Linklater (director/screenplay); Julie Delpy, Ethan Hawke (screenplay); Ethan Hawke, Julie Delpy; Romance, Drama

In 2004, "De-Lovely" was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer; Irwin Winkler (director); Jay Cocks (screenplay); Kevin Kline, Ashley Judd, Jonathan Pryce, Kevin McNally, Sandra Nelson, Allan Corduner, Peter Polycarpou, Keith Allen, James Wilby, Kevin McKidd, Richard Dillane, John Barrowman, Peter Jessop, Edward Baker-Duly, Jeff Harding, Caroline O'Connor, Lara Fabian, Cole Porter, Robbie Williams, Lemar, Elvis Costello, Alanis Morissette, Sheryl Crow, Mick Hucknall, Diana Krall, Vivian Green, Mario Frangoulis, Natalie Cole; Biography, Musical, Biopic

In 2004, "The Clearing" was released by Fox Searchlight Pictures; Pieter Jan Brugge (director/screenplay); Justin Haythe (screenplay); Robert Redford, Helen Mirren, Willem Dafoe, Alessandro Nivola, Matt Craven, Melissa Sagemiller, Wendy Crewson, Larry Pine, Diana Scarwid; Drama, Crime, Thriller

In 2008, "Hancock" was released by Columbia Pictures / Relativity Media / Overbrook Entertainment / Weed Road Pictures / Blue Light; Peter Berg (director); Vy Vincent Ngo, Vince Gilligan (screenplay); Will Smith, Charlize Theron, Jason Bateman, Eddie Marsan, Johnny Galecki, Thomas Lennon, Mike Epps, Akiva Goldsman, Michael Mann, Nancy Grace, Daeg Faerch, Atticus Shaffer; Superhero, Action

In 2008, "Tell No One" was released by Music Box Films / EuropaCorp Distribution; Guillaume Canet (director/screenplay); Philippe Lefebvre (screenplay); François Cluzet, Marie-Josée Croze, André Dussollier, Kristin Scott Thomas, François Berléand, Nathalie Baye, Jean Rochefort, Guillaume Canet, Marina Hands, Gilles Lellouche, Philippe Lefebvre, Florence Thomassin, Olivier Marchal, Brigitte Catillon, Samir Guesmi, Jean-Pierre Lorit, Jalil Lespert, Éric Savin, Laurent Lafitte, Martine Chevallier, Thierry Neuvic, Mika'ela Fisher, Anne Marivin, Sara Martins, Françoise Bertin, Andrée Damant, Pierre-Benoist Varoclier, Éric Naggar, Philippe Canet, Danièle Ajoret; neo-noir, Thriller

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

In 2005, “Best Of You” by Foo Fighters peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Inside Your Heaven” by Carrie Underwood peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Hollaback Girl” by Gwen Stefani peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2005, “No Transitory” by Alexisonfire peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

MuchMusic-Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Hollaback Girl” by Gwen Stefani peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2005, “No Transitory” by Alexisonfire peaked at number 6 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 2005, “Ghetto Gospel” by Tupac Featuring Elton John peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Hard To Beat” by Hard-Fi peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Here I Go Impossible Again” by Erasure peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Just A Lil' Bit” by 50 Cent peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Lose Control” by Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott Featuring Ciara and Fatman Scoop peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Roc Ya Body "Mic Check 1,2"” by M.V.P. (Most Valuable Playas) and Stagga Lee peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Rock and Roll Queen” by The Subways peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Rockstar” by Bizarre peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Slow Down” by Bobby Valentino peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Superman” by Stereophonics peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Unplayed Piano” by Damien Rice and Lisa Hannigan peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Behind These Hazel Eyes” by Kelly Clarkson peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2005, “We Belong Together” by Mariah Carey peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, 😉🤣 “Beverly Hills” by Weezer peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Dakota” by Stereophonics peaked at number 20 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Speed Of Sound” by Coldplay peaked at number 13 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Welcome Home” by Dave Dobbyn peaked at number 10 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Angels” by Within Temptation peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Boom boom bailando” by Jan Smit peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2005, “I Choose To Live” by Zen (2000s) peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Ik zie mijn leven als een melodie” by Thomas Berge peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Rockstar” by Bizarre peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2005, “You” by Intwine peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Do You Really Want To Hurt Me” by Bluelagoon peaked at number 29 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Hollaback Girl” by Gwen Stefani peaked at number 7 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2005, “It's All Good, It's Alright” by Da Fugitivz peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Jag sträcker mig mot himlen / Om du var min” by Nanne peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2005, “La tortura” by Shakira Featuring Alejandro Sanz peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Since U Been Gone” by Kelly Clarkson peaked at number 16 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Wild Boys” by Hardcore Superstar peaked at number 11 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2005, “¿Who's That Boy?” by Carlito [SE] peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, 😉🤣 “Axel F” by Crazy Frog peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2005, “City Of Blinding Lights” by U2 peaked at number 28 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2005, “I Believe (Give A Little Bit...)” by Joana Zimmer peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, 😉🤣 “Axel F” by Crazy Frog peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Sweeta Sweeta” by Sharlene peaked at number 16 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Tu es comme ça” by Marilou avec Garou peaked at number 10 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Zookey (Lift Your Leg Up)” by Africanism Featuring Yves Larock and Roland Richards peaked at number 8 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Bad Day” by Daniel Powter peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Pre-Post” by Post Scriptum peaked at number 19 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “1 Thing” by Amerie peaked at number 28 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Dubi Dam Dam” by Banaroo peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Just A Lil' Bit” by 50 Cent peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Anthouse (Don't Be Blind)” by Tommy Vee peaked at number 19 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2005, “City Of Blinding Lights” by U2 peaked at number 5 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2005, “The Trawlerman's Song (EP)” by Mark Knopfler peaked at number 10 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Finland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Feels Just Like It Should” by Jamiroquai peaked at number 19 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Hurricane Season” by Deep Insight peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Kahleet” by 51koodia peaked at number 6 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “La La Love On My Mind” by Ann Winsborn peaked at number 10 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Lose Control” by Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott Featuring Ciara and Fatman Scoop peaked at number 7 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Lovin' You” by Poker Pets Featuring Nate-James peaked at number 14 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Move Gambit / Cos My Clique Is” by Gambit peaked at number 9 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “N Dey Say” by Nelly peaked at number 12 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Not Enough” by Waltari peaked at number 3 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “The Corner” by Common Featuring The Last Poets peaked at number 5 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Wonderful Life” by Tina Cousins peaked at number 17 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Spain 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Arriba el mundo” by Yulia peaked at number 12 on the Spain pop singles chart.

Denmark 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Owner Of A Lonely Heart” by Max Graham vs. Yes peaked at number 12 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

Belgium 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Lonely” by Akon peaked at number 2 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2005, “My Number One” by Helena Paparizou peaked at number 10 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

Ireland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “I Like The Way” by BodyRockers peaked at number 11 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Just A Lil' Bit” by 50 Cent peaked at number 9 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Unplayed Piano” by Damien Rice and Lisa Hannigan peaked at number 4 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

Germany 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, 😉🤣 “Axel F” by Crazy Frog peaked at number 3 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2005, “City Of Blinding Lights” by U2 peaked at number 24 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Im Wahlkampf vor mir (Zonenmädchen)” by Die Gerd Show - Angie and Gerd peaked at number 25 on the Germany pop singles chart.