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Time since 2006
2006 saw the launch of Twitter, the reclassification of Pluto as a dwarf planet, and the midterm shift in US congressional control. Clock from January 1, 2006.
Time elapsed
20 years, 7 months, 27 days ago (7,544 total days).
Anchor date: Sunday, January 1, 2006
2006 began 20 years, 7 months, and 27 days ago (7,544 total days) as of today — anchor Sunday, January 1, 2006.
Quick facts
- Year
- 2006
- Anchor
- January 1, 2006
- US President
- George W. Bush
- Astronomy milestone
- IAU reclassifies Pluto as a dwarf planet
- Tech launch
- Twitter launched to the public
Age if born in 2006
Someone born in 2006 is currently 20 years old (turning 20 on their birthday in 2026, and turning 21 in 2027).
How we calculate
Year pages measure elapsed time from January 1 of that year (noon local interpretation), not from every event inside the year. For a specific day — D-Day, 9/11, moon landing — use the matching entity page.
Anchor: 2006-01-01
What else around this year
- 2006-03 Jack Dorsey posts the first tweet on Twitter.
- 2006-07 Italy wins the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany.
- 2006-08 International Astronomical Union defines planet criteria, designating Pluto a dwarf planet.
- 2006-11 US midterm elections shift majority control of Congress to Democrats.
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FAQ
How many years ago was 2006?
See the live countdown clock above for exact years, months, and days elapsed since 2006.
Why was Pluto demoted in 2006?
The International Astronomical Union established new planet criteria, which Pluto did not meet because it has not cleared its neighboring orbital zone.
When did Twitter launch?
Twitter was created in March 2006 and opened publicly in July 2006.
Who controlled US Congress in 2006?
Republicans held majorities until the November 2006 midterm elections.