Historical Events
- Cruise ship carrying 458 people capsizes on Yangtze River, less than 50 survive
Famous Deaths
- Charles Kennedy, British politician (Liberal Democrat leader 1999-2006), dies at 55
- Jean Ritchie, American folk singer, dies at 92
2015 Highlights
About June 1, 2015
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 7 years, 7 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Holidays: June Bank Holiday (Ireland), Queen's Birthday (New Zealand)
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Bad Blood - Taylor Swift ft. Kendrick Lamar
#1 Song: Want To Want Me - Jason Derulo