Historical Events
Najib goes to Jail
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak begins a 12-year prison sentence for money laundering, after the High Court rejects his final appeal [1]
- In US domestic terrorism case two men found guilty of plotting to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Witmer [1]
Super Freaky Girl
Nicki Minaj's single "Super Freaky Girl" debuts at #1; first female rapper to do so since Lauren Hill in 1998 with "Doo Wop (That Thing)" [1]
Famous Deaths
- Carlos Duarte, Portuguese soccer forward (7 caps; FC Porto, Leixões SC), dies at 89
Died in 2022 2022 Highlights
About August 23, 2022
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 1 year, 8 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Super Freaky Girl - Nicki Minaj
#1 Song: Afraid To Feel - LF System
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