Historical Events
Film Release
Marvel's "Ant-Man", starring Paul Rudd as the titular character, is released
- Scientists solve mystery of sleeping sickness in two villages in northern Kazakhstan - uranium mining had caused increase in carbon monoxide
- Suicide bomber in Khan Bani Saad, Iraq, kills 120, ISIS claims responsibility
Famous Deaths
- Jules Bianchi, French auto racer (Marussia Formula 1 Racing Team), dies from injuries during accident at 2014 Japanese F1 GP, at 25
- Owen Chadwick, English historian, priest and university chancellor, dies at 99
About July 17, 2015
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 7 years, 10 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: See You Again - Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puth
#1 Song: Black Magic - Little Mix
