Historical Events
- Hilary Mantel wins the 2012 Man Booker Prize for her novel "Bring Up the Bodies"
Famous Deaths
- Axel Borup-Jørgensen, composer (Nordisk Sommerpastorale; Thalatta! Thalatta!), dies at 87
- Claude Cheysson, French politician (Minister of Foreign Affairs), dies at 92
Norodom Sihanouk (1922-2012)
King of Cambodia (1941-55 and 1993-2004), Chief of State (1960-70), independence campaigner and film producer, dies from a heart attack at 89
2012 Highlights
About October 15, 2012
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 10 years, 5 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: One More Night - Maroon 5
#1 Song: Don't You Worry Child - Swedish House Mafia/Martin
