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September 2000 was the ninth month of that century leap year. The month, which began on a Friday, ended on a Saturday after 30 days.

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September 6, 2000 (Wednesday)

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In New York City, the United Nations Millennium Summit begins with more than 180 world leaders present.
The last wholly Swedish-owned arms manufacturer, Bofors, is sold to American arms manufacturer United Defense.
World leaders attend the Millennium Summit at the United Nations Headquarters (until September 8, 2000).

September 7, 2000 (Thursday)

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The UK fuel protests take place, with refineries blockaded, and supply to the country's network of petrol stations halted.

September 14, 2000 (Thursday)

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Microsoft releases Windows Me.
End of UK Fuel protests.

September 15, 2000 (Friday)

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The 2000 Summer Olympics are opened in Sydney, Australia.

September 16, 2000 (Saturday)

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Ukrainian journalist Georgiy Gongadze is last seen alive; this day is taken as the commemoration date of his death.

September 27, 2000 (Wednesday)

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Anti-globalization protests in Prague, at the summit of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank.

September 28, 2000 (Thursday)

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Ariel Sharon with a large security detail visits the Temple Mount. Palestinian protest against his visit and the ongoing Israeli military occupation develops into the Al-Aqsa Intifada.
WestQuay Shopping Centre opens in Southampton.

September 30, 2000 (Saturday)

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HM Prison Maze in Northern Ireland is closed.

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