Historical Events
- Latvia joins its northern neighbor Estonia in recession as GDP falls 0.2% in the second quarter from the first quarter, when it fell 0.3%; property markets and construction have suffered in both Baltic states
The Rachel Maddow Show
TV news show "The Rachel Maddow Show" hosted by Rachel Maddow" and based on her radio show premieres on MSNBC
US Men's Tennis Open
US Open Men's Tennis: Roger Federer beats Scotsman Andy Murray 6-2, 7-5, 6-2 for his 5th consecutive US title
Famous Deaths
- Evan Tanner, American mixed martial arts fighter and UFC Champion, dies of heat exposure in the California desert at 37
Died in 2008 2008 Highlights
About September 8, 2008
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 15 years, 7 months and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Whatever You Like - T.I.
#1 Song: I Kissed A Girl - Katy Perry
