Historical Events
- Plane crash in mountainous region of Talodi, Sudan kills 32, including several government officials and staff, enroute to Eid al-Fitr festival marking end Muslim holy month of Ramadan; crash blamed on bad weather conditions
Famous Deaths
- Tony Scott, British film director and producer (Top Gun; Revenge; Days of Thunder), commits suicide at 68
2012 Highlights
About August 19, 2012
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 11 years, 1 month and 13 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Whistle - Flo Rida
#1 Song: How We Do (Party) - Rita Ora
