Famous Deaths
- Alex Buzo, Australian playwright and author (b. 1944)
Alfredo Stroessner (1912-2006)
Paraguayan army officer, Dictator and 42nd President of Paraguay (1954-89), dies of a stroke at 93
- Herschel Green, American pilot (b. 1920)
- Jon Nödtveidt, Swedish musician (Dissection), dies at 31
2006 Highlights
About August 16, 2006
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 16 years, 7 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Leo
#1 Song: London Bridge - 
#1 Song: Hips Don't Lie - 