Historical Events
- Darfur conflict: The Humanitarian Ceasefire Agreement is signed by the Sudanese government and two rebel groups
9/11 Attack on NY's World Trade Towers
U.S. National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice testifies before the 9/11 Commission
Famous Deaths
- Bruce Edwards, American golf caddie (mainly for 5 x British Open champion Tom Watson), dies of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis at 49
- Douglas Hall, British colonial administrator (last British Governor of Somaliland Protectorate 1959-60), dies at 95
- Enda Colleran, Gaelic footballer (b. 1941)
- Frank Chamberlain, English cricketer and CEO (Test & County Cricket Board), dies at 78
About April 8, 2004
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 18 years, 11 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Yeah! - Usher Featuring Lil Jon & Ludacris
#1 Song: Five Colours In Her Hair - Mcfly
