What Happened on August 8, 2018

Historical Events

  • Academy of Motion Pictures reveals new "Popular Film" category for the Oscars
  • Australia's most populous state New South Wales declared 100% in drought
  • EPL club Chelsea sign Kepa Arrizabalaga from Spain's Athletic Bilbao for £72 million; world-record fee for a goalkeeper

Ex-PM Najib Charged

Malaysia charges former prime minister Najib Razak with three counts of money laundering

  • US State Department imposes new sanctions on Russia for nerve attack in Britain

About August 8, 2018

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 5 years, 8 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Leo

Music Charts

  • USUK #1 Song: In My Feelings - Drake