Historical Events
- International Olympic Committee approves baseball/softball, karate, sport climbing, surfing and skateboarding to be included in the sports program for 2020 Games only; total number of sports, 33
Famous Deaths
- Chris Amon, New Zealand Formula 1 racer, dies at 73
- Matt Higgins Doran, American composer (Roland the Minstrel Pig; Faculty Meeting), pedagogue (St. Mary's College), and magician, dies at 94
Died in 2016 2016 Highlights
About August 3, 2016
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 7 years and 9 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Cheap Thrills - Sia Featuring Sean Paul
#1 Song: Cold Water - Major Lazer Ft. Justin Bieber & Mø
