Historical Events
Event of Interest
California Governor Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency as 27 fires burn across the state amid a continuing heat wave
Presidential Convention
Joe Biden is formally nominated as the Democratic party's presidential candidate during the second night of their 1st ever virtual convention
- Mali's President Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta resigns amid a military coup condemned by the UN Security Council
Famous Deaths
- Ben Cross, English actor (Chariots of Fire, Star Trek), dies at 72
- Dale Hawerchuk, Canadian Hockey Hall of Fame center (#1 pick NHL Draft 1981; Calder Trophy 1982; Canada Cup 1987, 91; Winnipeg Jets, Buffalo Sabres), dies from stomach cancer at 57
- Glenn Bassett, American tennis coach (UCLA 1967-93; 7 x NCAA C'ships), dies at 93
- Hal Singer, American jazz and R&B saxophonist ("Corn Bread"), dies at 100 [1]
Died in 2020 2020 Highlights
About August 18, 2020
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 3 years, 8 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo
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#1 Song: WAP - Cardi B Featuring Megan Thee Stallion
#1 Song: Head & Heart - Joel Corry Ft. Mnek
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