What Happened on September 9, 2018

Historical Events

  • Arirang Mass Games begins in North Korea to mark country's 70th anniversary featuring tens of thousands performing
  • CBS chief Les Moonves departs the company after six more women make allegations of sexual abuse in "The New Yorker"
  • Green Bay Packers start 100th season with historic 24-23 comeback win over Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field; first ever Packer recovery from 17+ points deficit at 3/4 time (20-3)
  • Nia Franklin representing New York crowned Miss America 2019, first competition without a swimsuit section
  • Russian police detain over 1000 people amid nationwide protests against pension reform
  • Swedish General Election: no party wins a majority with far-right Sweden Democrats making gains

US Men's Tennis Open

US Open Men's Tennis: Novak Đoković wins his third US title; beats '09 champion Juan Martín del Potro 6-4, 7-6, 6-3; equals Pete Sampras' 14 Grand Slams


About September 9, 2018

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 5 years, 7 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No

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

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