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In 2000, His fashion sense isnʹt as elegant as Gucciʹs, but Roman Kunikov says his gasoline-powered boots are a step forward in footwear — as much as 13 feet per stride. Kunikov is one of the professors at a Russian engineering institute who designed the boots that were tested in a public square in Ufa, 750 miles southeast of Moscow. The test showed that wearers can achieve speeds of up to 25 mph, Kunikov said. The boots incorporate one-foot pistons that strap along the calf and fire downward after the wearer steps down, pushing a metal plate away from the bottom of the shoe — and the wearer up into the air. The shoes weigh about two pounds each, including a fuel tank, tiny carburetor, spark plug and wires and pipes. Kunikov said there have not been any accidents so far.

In 2000, Kazutuyo Arai, pencil-slim at five feet six inches and 100 pounds, led a Japanese sweep of the annual hot dog eating contest at Nathanʹs in Coney Island. Ari of Saitama, Japan, ate a record 25 hot dogs during the 12 minute contest.

In 2000, On Days of our Lives, "ghoul girl" Chloe (Nadia Bjorlin) revealed her new look at a prom.

In 2001, The movies “Cats and Dogs” and “Scary Movie 2” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2002, On The Bold and the Beautiful, following the birth of baby Hope, Bridget (Jennifer Finnigan) threw Deacon (Sean Kanan) out of the house. "That was a little bit of a shock, finding out my husband is in love with my mother, that he's the father of her baby. Jerry Springer here we come," Bridget said.

In 2002, “A Little Less Conversation” by Elvis Presley, remixed by Junkie XL, hit number one on the singles chart, 25 years after Presleyʹs death.

In 2003, On As the World Turns, Carly (Maura West) revealed to Jack (Michael Park) that he was Sage's father.

In 2004, On the cover of TV Guide: Elvis Presley with a free CD single of an unreleased song.

In 2006, Johnny Cash released American V - A Hundred Highways his 93rd overall album and a posthumous album by Johnny Cash. As the title implies, it is the fifth entry in Cash's American series. Like its predecessors, American V: A Hundred Highways was produced by Rick Rubin and released on Rubin's American Recordings record.

In 2007, The movie “Transformers” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2008, The Cardinals drop a two — one decision to the Cubs but Albert Pujols socks his 300th career home run. At 28 years, 170 days old, he becomes the fifth youngest player to hit 300, one day ahead of Mel Ott. The younger players were Alex Rodriguez, Jimmie Foxx, Ken Griffey Jr. and Andruw Jones.

In 2001, "Cats & Dogs" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Village Roadshow Pictures; Lawrence Guterman (director); John Requa, Glenn Ficarra (screenplay); Jeff Goldblum, Elizabeth Perkins, Alexander Pollock, Miriam Margolyes, Tobey Maguire, Alec Baldwin, Sean Hayes, Susan Sarandon, Charlton Heston, Jon Lovitz, Joe Pantoliano, Michael Clarke Duncan, Billy West, Danny Mann, Glenn Ficarra, Paul Pape, Victor Wilson, Charles Howerton, Richard Horvitz, John Michael Higgins, Kevin Carlson, John Kennedy, Bruce Lanoil, Drew Massey, Michelan Sisti, Allan Trautman; Action, Spy, Comedy

In 2001, "Scary Movie 2" was released by Dimension Films; Keenen Ivory Wayans (director); Shawn Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Alyson Fouse, Greg Grabianski, Dave Polsky, Michael Anthony Snowden, Craig Wayans (screenplay); Anna Faris, Regina Hall, Shawn Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Christopher Masterson, Kathleen Robertson, David Cross, James Woods, Tim Curry, Tori Spelling, Chris Elliott, Andy Richter, Richard Moll, Veronica Cartwright, Natasha Lyonne, Beetlejuice, Matt Friedman, Vitamin C, Suli McCullough; Comedy, Spoof, Parody

In 2007, "Clubland" was released by Warner Independent Pictures; Cherie Nowlan (director); Keith Thompson (screenplay); Brenda Blethyn, Khan Chittenden, Emma Booth, Richard Wilson, Philip Quast, Frankie J. Holden, Rebecca Gibney, Katie Wall; Comedy, Drama

In 2007, "Rescue Dawn" was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer; Werner Herzog (director/screenplay); Christian Bale, Steve Zahn, Jeremy Davies, Pat Healy, François Chau, Toby Huss, Zach Grenier, Marshall Bell, GQ, James Oliver, Brad Carr, Saichia Wongwiroj, Teerawat Mulvilai, Yuttana Muenwaja, Kriangsak Ming-olo, Somkuan "Kuan" Siroon, Chorn Solyda, Galen Yuen, Abhijati "Muek" Jusakul, Chaiyan "Lek" Chunsuttiwat, Craig Gellis; Epic, War, Drama

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

In 2009, “Every Girl” by Young Money peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Whatever It Is” by Zac Brown Band peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “All To Myself” by Marianas Trench peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Dead End Countdown” by The New Cities peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “I Gotta Feeling” by Black Eyed Peas peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Second Chance” by Shinedown peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

MuchMusic-Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Gimme Sympathy” by Metric peaked at number 23 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Goodbye, You Suck” by Shiloh peaked at number 8 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “If U Seek Amy” by Britney Spears peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Kiss Me Thru The Phone” by Soulja Boy Tell'em Featuring Sammie peaked at number 4 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 2009, “Bulletproof” by La Roux peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Heartbreak (Make Me A Dancer)” by Freemasons Featuring Sophie Ellis-Bextor peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “New Divide” by Linkin Park peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Paparazzi” by Lady Gaga peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Rabbit Heart (Raise It Up)” by Florence + The Machine peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Raindrops” by Basement Jaxx peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Chase That Feeling” by Hilltop Hoods peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “I Gotta Feeling” by Black Eyed Peas peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “If Today Was Your Last Day” by Nickelback peaked at number 26 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Knock You Down” by Keri Hilson Featuring Kanye West and Ne-Yo peaked at number 24 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Second Chance” by Shinedown peaked at number 19 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Sugar” by Flo Rida Featuring Wynter peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “When Love Takes Over” by David Guetta Featuring Kelly Rowland peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “You Belong With Me” by Taylor Swift peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Bonkers” by Dizzee Rascal and Armand van Helden peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Ego” by Beyoncé peaked at number 11 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2009, “I Gotta Feeling” by Black Eyed Peas peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “A Woman's Gonna Try” by Sabrina Starke peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)” by Pitbull peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Ietsie pietsie” by Jannes peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Nee, niet zeggen hoe ik leven moet” by Frans Duijts peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Zo moet het blijven” by Mike and Colin peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Ayo Technology” by Milow peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Extas” by Niclas Wahlgren peaked at number 18 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Falling Down” by Space Cowboy Featuring Chelsea from The Paradiso Girls peaked at number 27 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Forever Young” by Bad Influence peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Hold On” by Måns Zelmerlöw peaked at number 22 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Please Don't Leave Me” by P!nk peaked at number 16 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Runaway” by Darin peaked at number 11 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Ut med båten” by Värmlandspojkarna peaked at number 21 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Change” by Daniel Merriweather Featuring Wale peaked at number 11 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Jungle Drum” by Emilíana Torrini peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Not Fair” by Lily Allen peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Boom Boom Pow” by Black Eyed Peas peaked at number 4 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Love Sex Magic” by Ciara Featuring Justin Timberlake peaked at number 8 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Say Yes” by Wax Tailor Featuring ASM peaked at number 30 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Show ce soir” by Bisso Na Bisso peaked at number 3 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Sugar” by Flo Rida Featuring Wynter peaked at number 9 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Glir forbi” by Jaa9 and OnklP peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2009, “What's The Story” by Aleksander Denstad With peaked at number 20 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “It's Alright, It's OK” by Ashley Tisdale peaked at number 30 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Not Fair” by Lily Allen peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Please Don't Leave Me” by P!nk peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Shake It” by Metro Station peaked at number 25 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Stahn uf” by Baschi, Bligg, Ritschi, Seven and Stress peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “DecaDance” by J-Ax peaked at number 19 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Finland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Dance With Somebody” by Mando Diao peaked at number 13 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “It's Alright, It's OK” by Ashley Tisdale peaked at number 20 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Juuret” by Antti Tuisku peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Let's Get Excited” by Alesha Dixon peaked at number 14 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “On The Beach” by Sonic Palms peaked at number 16 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Please Don't Leave Me” by P!nk peaked at number 17 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Superstar” by David May peaked at number 19 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “We Belong” by Ferry Corsten Featuring Maria Nayler peaked at number 9 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Spain 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Hot N Cold” by Katy Perry peaked at number 13 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Moving” by Macaco peaked at number 1 on the Spain pop singles chart.

Belgium 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Boom Boom Pow” by Black Eyed Peas peaked at number 1 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Miljonair” by Christoff peaked at number 9 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

Bulgaria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “LoveGame” by Lady Gaga peaked at number 1 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

Ireland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Battlefield” by Jordin Sparks peaked at number 9 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Mama Do (Uh Oh, Uh Oh)” by Pixie Lott peaked at number 13 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “My Baby's Waiting” by Industry peaked at number 1 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

Portugal 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Ayo Technology” by Milow peaked at number 12 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Jai Ho! (You Are My Destiny)” by A.R. Rahman Featuring The Pussycat Dolls and Nicole Scherzinger peaked at number 3 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

Germany 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Ein Kompliment” by Sportfreunde Stiller peaked at number 6 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Jungle Drum” by Emilíana Torrini peaked at number 1 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2009, “New Divide” by Linkin Park peaked at number 4 on the Germany pop singles chart.