Historical Events
Film & TV History
Infowars conspiracy theorist Alex Jones ordered to pay $4.1 million in compensatory damages to parents of child killed in Sandy Hook massacre after Jones claimed it was a hoax [1] [2] [3]
- Russian court sentences WNBA star Brittney Griner to nine years in prison for drug smuggling amid claims she is being used as a pawn between the US and Russia [1]
Event of Interest
US Attorney General Merrick Garland announces charges against four police officers for violating the rights of Breonna Taylor during a 2020 raid that resulted in her death [1]
Famous Deaths
- Johnny Famechon, Australian boxer (WBC featherweight champion 1969-70), dies at 77
- Neil Castles, American auto racer (NASCAR Grand National East Series Champion 1972; NASCAR Cup Series 51 x top 5, 178 x top 10 finishes), dies at 87
- Sam Gooden, American soul vocalist (The Impressions - "People Get Ready"; "It's All Right"), dies at 87
Died in 2022 2022 Highlights
About August 4, 2022
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 1 year, 8 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: About Damn Time - Lizzo
#1 Song: Afraid To Feel - LF System