Historical Events
- Partial shutdown of US federal government begins
- Tsunami hits Indonesia's Sunda Strait killing over 400 after part of the Anak Krakatoa volcano slips into the sea
Famous Deaths
- Paddy Ashdown, British MP, leader of Liberal Democrats (1988-1999), dies of bladder cancer at 77
- Roberto Suazo Córdova, President of Honduras (1982-86), dies at 91
2018 Highlights
About December 22, 2018
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 4 years, 1 month and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Thank U, Next - Ariana Grande
#1 Song: We Built This City - Ladbaby