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In 2000, A unidentified woman surprised “Today” show viewers — and host Katie Couric — by opening her shirt and baring her breasts on the air. The flasher struck at about 8:30 a.m. as a camera panned a crowd of tourists and passers-by gathered outside the showʹs Rockefeller Center studio. “Today” quickly cut to Couric at the Republican convention in Philadelphia, where she had been watching on a monitor. She appeared slightly rattled, but didnʹt mention the stunt. Only East Coast viewers, where the show is broadcast live, caught the act.

In 2002, The movies “Full Frontal”, “Signs”, and “The Master of Disguise” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2003, Cyborg quits the “Teen Titans” after a fight with Robin when their teamwork fails to thwart Cinderblock.

In 2003, On the cover of TV Guide: Paulie Walnuts with the caption “Has Network TV Gone Too Far? Sex, Violence, and #@%*! (And Thatʹs Just The Family Hour)”

In 2005, Faith Hill released Fireflies, her sixth album. Singles from the album include, in order of release: "Mississippi Girl", "Like We Never Loved at All", "The Lucky One", "Sunshine and Summertime" and "Stealing Kisses".

In 2006, Five days after being pulled over by police, actor-director Mel Gibson was charged with misdemeanor drunken driving, having an elevated blood-alcohol level and having an open container of liquor in his car. (Gibson later pleaded no contest to drunken driving under a deal in which he received three yearsʹ probation, paid a fine and agreed to attend alcohol rehabilitation classes.)

In 2002, "Full Frontal" was released by Miramax Films; Steven Soderbergh (director); Coleman Hough (screenplay); David Duchovny, Nicky Katt, Catherine Keener, Mary McCormack, David Hyde Pierce, Julia Roberts, Blair Underwood, Enrico Colantoni, Jeff Garlin, David Alan Basche, Terence Stamp, David Fincher, Jerry Weintraub; Comedy, Drama

In 2002, "Martin Lawrence Live: Runteldat" was released by Paramount Pictures / MTV Films / Runteldat Entertainment; David Raynr (director); Martin Lawrence (screenplay); Martin Lawrence; Stand-Up, Comedy, Concert; Live Action

In 2002, "The Master of Disguise" was released by Columbia Pictures / Revolution Studios; Perry Andelin Blake (director); Dana Carvey, Harris Goldberg (screenplay); Dana Carvey, Jennifer Esposito, Harold Gould, James Brolin, Brent Spiner, Edie McClurg, Maria Canals Barrera, Michael Bailey Smith, Kenan Thompson, Jay Johnston, Mitch Silpa, Virginia Hawkins, Jessica Simpson, Jonathan Loughran, Ted Rooney, Erick Avari, Michael DeLuise, Larry Cedar, Vincent Castellanos, Kevin Nealon, Chao-Li Chi, Michael Johnson, Bo Derek, Cole Sprouse, Dylan Sprouse, Naya Rivera, Leland Crooke, Paula Abdul, Lisa Foiles, Shane Lyons, Kyle Sullivan, Jesse Ventura, Vincent Riverside, Austin Wolff, Mark Devine, Mark Ginther, Carrick O'Quinn, John Tenn, Gabriel Pimental, Andy Morrow, Julius Ritter, Dane Morris; Comedy, Adventure; Live Action

In 2002, "Signs" was released by Touchstone Pictures / Blinding Edge Pictures; M. Night Shyamalan (director/screenplay); Mel Gibson, Joaquin Phoenix, Rory Culkin, Abigail Breslin, Cherry Jones, M. Night Shyamalan, Patricia Kalember, Ted Sutton, Merritt Wever, Lanny Flaherty, Marion McCorry, Michael Showalter, Clifford David, Kevin Pires; Sci-Fi, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Live Action

In 2002, "Tadpole" was released by Miramax Films; Gary Winick (director); Heather McGowan, Niels Mueller (screenplay); Sigourney Weaver, John Ritter, Bebe Neuwirth, Aaron Stanford, Robert Iler, Kate Mara, Adam LeFevre, Ron Rifkin, Peter Appel, Alicia Van Couvering, Paul Bulter, Hope Chernov, John Feltch; Romance, Comedy; Live Action

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

In 2003, “Drift Away” by Uncle Kracker Featuring Dobie Gray peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “In Those Jeans” by Ginuwine peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Pushin' Me Away” by Jonas Brothers peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Rock Wit U (Awww Baby)” by Ashanti peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Miss Independent” by Kelly Clarkson peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Pushin' Me Away” by Jonas Brothers peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2003, “St. Anger” by Metallica peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2008, “What You Got” by Colby O'Donis Featuring Akon peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

MuchMusic-Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Give It 2 Me” by Madonna peaked at number 11 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Like Me” by Girlicious peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Miss Independent” by Kelly Clarkson peaked at number 9 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Moving Mountains” by Usher peaked at number 21 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2003, “St. Anger” by Metallica peaked at number 10 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 2003, “Deepest Blue” by Deepest Blue peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Give Me A Reason” by Triple 8 peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Hometown Glory” by Adele peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Maybe Tomorrow” by Stereophonics peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Never Gonna Leave Your Side” by Daniel Bedingfield peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Shut Up and Let Me Go” by The Ting Tings peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Swing, Swing” by The All-American Rejects peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Black and Gold” by Sam Sparro peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Forever” by Chris Brown peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Give It 2 Me” by Madonna peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “One Breath Away” by Sophie Monk peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Unwell” by Matchbox Twenty peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2008, “White Noise” by The Living End peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Feel Good Time” by P!nk Featuring William Ørbit peaked at number 17 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2003, “In Love Wit Chu” by Da Brat Featuring Cherish peaked at number 11 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “A Dios le pido” by Juanes peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “A Higher Love” by DJ Jurgen peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Feel Good Time” by P!nk Featuring William Ørbit peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Fuel To Fire” by Stuart Featuring Maxine peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Hollywood” by Madonna peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2003, “No Letting Go” by Wayne Wonder peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Waterfall 2009” by Atlantic Ocean peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2003, “When You Walk In The Room” by Jamai Featuring Dewi peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “All Summer Long” by Kid Rock peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Bag In Da Box” by DJ Tune Featuring Orremannen peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Better In Time” by Leona Lewis peaked at number 5 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Bring Me To Life” by Evanescence Featuring Paul McCoy peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Curly Sue” by Takida peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Give It 2 Me” by Madonna peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Hollywood” by Madonna peaked at number 19 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Honey Tongue” by Hardcore Superstar peaked at number 5 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Over You” by Daughtry peaked at number 22 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Stuck” by Stacie Orrico peaked at number 9 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Suddenly” by Arash Featuring Rebecca peaked at number 8 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Sweet Child O' Mine” by Guns N' Roses peaked at number 27 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Crazy In Love” by Beyoncé Featuring Jay-Z peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2008, “La vida es limonada” by Marquess peaked at number 23 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Liebst du mich (oder liebst du mich nicht)” by Hella peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Love Remains The Same” by Gavin Rossdale peaked at number 24 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Mit großer Sorge” by De Luca peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Sorry (Whatever I Do)” by Morton peaked at number 26 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Bring Me To Life” by Evanescence Featuring Paul McCoy peaked at number 5 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Je trace” by Florent Pagny peaked at number 26 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Je voulais te dire que je t'attends” by Jonatan Cerrada peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2008, “La changa” by Bébé Lilly peaked at number 8 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2008, “S.O.S.” by Jonas Brothers peaked at number 15 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Sunrise” by Simply Red peaked at number 17 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Take A Bow” by Rihanna peaked at number 12 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “All I Ever Wanted” by Basshunter peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Get Busy” by Sean Paul peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2003, “I'm Not Afraid To Move On” by Jostein Hasselgård peaked at number 12 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Rise and Fall” by Craig David Featuring Sting peaked at number 17 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Anyplace, Anywhere, Anytime” by Nena and Kim Wilde peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Better In Time” by Leona Lewis peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Forever and For Always” by Shania Twain peaked at number 26 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Miss Blue” by Vincent [SE] peaked at number 23 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “St. Anger” by Metallica peaked at number 28 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Sur un air latino” by Lorie peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Feel Good Time” by P!nk Featuring William Ørbit peaked at number 19 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Nevicherà” by Monodia peaked at number 10 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Spirito libero” by Giorgia peaked at number 5 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Finland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “A Day Late, A Dollar Short” by Hanoi Rocks peaked at number 5 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Canção da Nêga (E samba)” by Junior Jack peaked at number 16 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Give It 2 Me” by Madonna peaked at number 2 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “I Kissed A Girl” by Katy Perry peaked at number 4 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Leave Out All The Rest” by Linkin Park peaked at number 19 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Passion” by Steve Murano peaked at number 20 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “You're Free” by Yomanda peaked at number 15 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Spain 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “20 de enero” by La Oreja de Van Gogh peaked at number 14 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2008, “72 horas (EP) 1” by Varios peaked at number 16 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2008, “72 horas (EP) 2” by Varios peaked at number 17 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Amor y lujo” by Mónica Naranjo peaked at number 1 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Au soleil” by Jenifer peaked at number 15 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Feel Good Time” by P!nk Featuring William Ørbit peaked at number 20 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Papel pal bul” by Josete peaked at number 5 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Quiereme otra vez” by OBK peaked at number 9 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Uno mas son siete” by Fran Perea peaked at number 1 on the Spain pop singles chart.

Denmark 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “E samba” by Junior Jack peaked at number 16 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2003, “I Know What You Want” by Busta Rhymes and Mariah Carey Featuring The Flipmode Squad peaked at number 7 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Saturday Night 2003” by Whigfield peaked at number 19 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Shall We Be Grateful” by Carpark North peaked at number 5 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

Belgium 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Give It 2 Me” by Madonna peaked at number 3 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Problemen In Minnen Hof” by Edje Ska peaked at number 15 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Toeter Op M'n Waterscooter” by Dynamite peaked at number 8 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2003, “You're My Angel” by Sodapop peaked at number 14 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

Bulgaria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Kakva Lyubov” by Mariana Popova peaked at number 11 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

Ireland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “All Summer Long” by Kid Rock peaked at number 1 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Business” by Eminem peaked at number 7 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Maybe Tomorrow” by Stereophonics peaked at number 18 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Misfit” by Amy Studt peaked at number 17 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “One For The Radio” by McFly peaked at number 20 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Stay With Me” by Ironik peaked at number 8 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

Portugal 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Everybody Clap” by DJ Assad vs. Maradja peaked at number 8 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Given Up” by Linkin Park peaked at number 12 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Ride It” by Jay Sean peaked at number 6 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

In 2008, “S.O.S.” by Jonas Brothers peaked at number 5 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

Germany 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Angel Of Darkness” by Alex C. Featuring Yasmin K. peaked at number 21 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Feel Good Time” by P!nk Featuring William Ørbit peaked at number 16 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Get My Party On” by Shaggy peaked at number 20 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Give It 2 Me” by Madonna peaked at number 8 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “I Don't Think So!” by Gracia peaked at number 3 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Love Rules (Loveparade 2003)” by The Love Committee peaked at number 29 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Someday” by No Angels peaked at number 5 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Stuck On You” by Mark 'Oh peaked at number 10 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Sweet About Me” by Gabriella Cilmi peaked at number 2 on the Germany pop singles chart.