Historical Events
- Academy of Motion Pictures reveals new "Popular Film" category for the Oscars
- Australia's most populous state New South Wales declared 100% in drought
- EPL club Chelsea sign Kepa Arrizabalaga from Spain's Athletic Bilbao for £72 million; world-record fee for a goalkeeper
Event of Interest
Malaysia charges former prime minister Najib Razak with three counts of money laundering
- US State Department imposes new sanctions on Russia for nerve attack in Britain
About August 8, 2018
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 4 years, 9 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Leo
#1 Song: In My Feelings - 
#1 Song: In My Feelings - 
