Historical Events
- 52 people are killed and 167 are injured in a militant attack on a defense ministry compound in Sana'a, Yemen
Famous Deaths
- Colin Wilson, English writer (Afterlife, Book of Great Mysteries), dies at 82
Nelson Mandela (1918-2013)
South African anti-apartheid activist, political prisoner (1962-90) and President of South Africa (1994-99), dies of a lung infection at 95
2013 Highlights
About December 5, 2013
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 9 years, 3 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Royals - Lorde
#1 Song: Under Control - Calvin Harris/Alesso/Hurts
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