Historical Events
- Malta becomes the 1st country in Europe to outlaw conversion therapy
Famous Deaths
- E. R. Braithwaite, Guyanese diplomat and writer (To Sir with Love), dies at 104
- Jayaram Jayalalitha, Indian actress and politician, chief minister of Tamil Nadu, dies of a heart attack at 68
- Mogens Camre, Danish politician (Folketing (Danish Parliament), 1968-1987, 3 days in 2007; European Parliament, 1999-2009, dies at 80
- Rashaan Salaam, American College Football Hall of Fame running back (Heisman Trophy 1994, U of Colorado; NFL: Chicago Bears), dies at 42
- Robert Sumner, American evangelist and author, dies at 94
- Shirley Hazzard, Australian-born author (Transit of Venus), dies at 85
2016 Highlights
About December 5, 2016
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 6 years, 9 months and 29 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Black Beatles - Rae Sremmurd Featuring Gucci Mane
#1 Song: Rockabye - Clean BanditÂ
