Historical Events
- 19 people are killed by Kurdish rebels in Hakk
- Gunman opens fire on Sikh temple in Oak Creek, Wisconsin killing six people and committing suicide
Olympic Games
Jamaican sprint superstar Usain Bolt wins the 100m at the London Olympics in 9.63, besting the record he set in 2008 Olympics
2012 History
About August 5, 2012
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 10 years and 10 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Call Me Maybe - Carly Rae Jepsen
#1 Song: Spectrum - Florence & The Machine
