What Happened on July 20, 2022

Historical Events

  • An intense heatwave across Europe results in over 1000 deaths in Portugal and 500 in Spain; while starting wildfires across Spain, France, Italy and Greece [1]
  • Geranium, a meat-free restaurant in Copenhagen named world's best restaurant at a ceremony in London [1]

Event of Interest

Italian government of Prime Minister Mario Draghi falls after his coalition partners pass a no confidence vote against him [1]

  • Russia now looking to extend its territory into southern as well as eastern Ukraine according to top Russian diplomat [1]

Famous Deaths

  • Douglas Mitchell, Canadian Football Hall of Fame executive (CFL Commissioner 1984-88), dies at 83
  • Phil Jackson, English rugby league inside back (29 Tests GB, 1 England; World Cup 1954, 57 GB 6 games; Barrow RLFC), dies at 90
Died in 2022 2022 Highlights

About July 20, 2022

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 1 year, 9 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: As It Was - Harry Styles
  • UK #1 Song: Afraid To Feel - LF System