Historical Events
Sports History
Jamaican sprint super-star Usain Bolt finishes 3rd behind Justin Gatlin and Christian Coleman in his final individual race, the 100m at IAAF World Championships in London
- Super Rugby Final, Ellis Park: Canterbury Crusaders (NZ) travel to Johannesburg and beat Lions, 25-17 for their 8th SR title
- UN Security Council votes to impose sanctions on North Korea for its continued missile program
Famous Deaths
- Doug Insole, English cricketer (England batsman of the 50's, nine Tests), dies at 91
- Mark White, American politician, lawyer, and 43rd Governor of Texas (1983-7), dies at 77
About August 5, 2017
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 5 years, 10 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Despacito - Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber
#1 Song: Despacito - Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Ft. Justin Bieber
