Historical Events
- 77-year old pensioner's suicide outside Greek parliament prompts further protests in Athens
- A three-run homer by J.P. Arencibia off Jairo Asencio gives the Toronto Blue Jays a 7-4 win over the Cleveland Indians; 16 inning game duration a MLB Opening Day record
- International internet group Anonymous hack several Chinese bureaus in opposition to censorship
- Severe storms in Argentina kill 14 people
Famous Deaths
- Ferdinand A. Porsche, German car designer (Porsche 911), dies at 76
- Jim Marshall, British business man and electric guitar amplifier pioneer known as "The Father of Loud", dies at 88
2012 Highlights
About April 5, 2012
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 9 years, 3 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aries
