Historical Events
Music History
Aerosmith lead singer Steven Tyler sends cease-and-desist letter to US President Trump demanding he stop using the band's songs at rallies
French Ban Serena's Catsuit
French Open Tennis bans Serena Williams' black Nike catsuit from future tournaments citing 'respect for the game and the place'
PM Scott Morrison
Scott Morrison becomes Prime Minister of Australia after defeating Peter Dutton in a leadership spill, replacing Malcolm Turnbull
Famous Deaths
- Adrian Swire, British aircraft magnate (Cathay Pacific), dies at 86
- Robin Leach, English TV host (Life Styles of Rich & Famous), dies at 76
- Tom Frost, American rock climber (founder gear & apparel company Patagonia), dies of prostate cancer at 82
Died in 2018 2018 Highlights
About August 24, 2018
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 5 years, 8 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: In My Feelings - Drake
- #1 Song: Shotgun - George Ezra