2009⚡ Event
North Korea Conducts Nuclear and Missile Tests
North Korea conducted a nuclear test and several missile tests, leading to international condemnation and UN sanctions.
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What Happened on May 25?
Discover 15 historical moments on May 25 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on May 25(5)
2011⚡ Event
Final Episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show Aired
The final episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show, the highest-rated daytime talk show in U.S. television history, was broadcast.
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2012⚡ Event
SpaceX Dragon Docks with ISS
SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft became the first commercial vehicle to rendezvous and berth with the International Space Station during a test flight.
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2013⚡ Event
Naxalite Insurgency Attack in Chhattisgarh
Naxalite insurgents attacked a convoy of Indian National Congress leaders in Chhattisgarh, India. The attack resulted in at least 27 deaths.
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2020⚡ Event
Murder of George Floyd
George Floyd, a black American man, was murdered during an arrest by a white police officer in Minneapolis. This event sparked widespread protests and riots.
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Famous Birthdays on May 25(5)
Notable Deaths on May 25(5)
2022🕊️ Death
Morton L. Janklow
Morton L. Janklow, an American literary agent, has died. He was born in 1930.
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2024🕊️ Death
Albert S. Ruddy
Albert S. Ruddy, a Canadian film producer, has died. He was born in 1930.
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2024🕊️ Death
Richard M. Sherman
Richard M. Sherman, an American songwriter, has died. He was born in 1928.
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2024🕊️ Death
Johnny Wactor
Johnny Wactor, an American actor, has died. He was born in 1986.
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May 25 in History
May 25 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 2009 to the present day.
Major Events on May 25
Among the most notable events on May 25: North Korea Conducts Nuclear and Missile Tests (2009), Final Episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show Aired (2011), SpaceX Dragon Docks with ISS (2012). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on May 25
Notable figures born on May 25 include Brec Bassinger, Ibrahima Konaté, Claire Liu. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on May 25
Remembered figures who died on May 25 include Morton L. Janklow, Grayson Murray, Albert S. Ruddy. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on May 25?
- May 25 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on May 25?
- One of the most notable events on May 25 is: North Korea Conducts Nuclear and Missile Tests.
- Who was born on May 25?
- Famous figures born on May 25 include Brec Bassinger, Ibrahima Konaté, Claire Liu.
- How many historical events happened on May 25?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on May 25, spanning centuries of world history.
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