Historical Events
- A blast in the Xiaojiawan coal mine, China, kills 26 miners with 21 missing
Sports History
Andy Roddick announces he will retire following the U.S. Open
- Cholera outbreak kills 229 people in Sierra Leone
Famous Deaths
- Chris Lighty, music executive and manager (Violator), dies of a gunshot wound at 44
About August 30, 2012
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 10 years and 9 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together - Taylor Swift
#1 Song: Bom Bom - Sam & The Womp
