Historical Events
- India's highest court outlaws instant divorce for Muslim men (talaq, talaq, talaq)
- Missouri Governor Eric Greitens grants stay of execution for Marcellus Williams in light of possible new DNA eividence
Famous Deaths
- John Abercrombie, American jazz guitarist, dies of heart failure at 72
- Rafael "Felo" RamÃrez, Cuban-American Spanish language sports announcer (Miami Marlins), dies at 94
Died in 2017 2017 Highlights
About August 22, 2017
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 6 years, 8 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Despacito - Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber
- #1 Song: New Rules - Dua Lipa