Historical Events
- Charles Kennedy wins the race to succeed Paddy Ashdown as the leader of the Liberal Democrats, UK
Event of Interest
Russian President Boris Yeltsin fires his Prime Minister, Sergei Stepashin, and for the fourth time fires his entire cabinet.
- The Diet of Japan enacts a law establishing the Hinomaru as the official national flag, and "Kimi Ga Yo" as national anthem.
About August 9, 1999
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 24 years, 8 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Genie In A Bottle - Christina Aguilera
#1 Song: When You Say Nothing At All - Ronan Keating
