Historical Events
- At least 17 people killed in attack on beach resort in Mogadishu, Somalia, by al-Shabab group
- Biggest protests in Thailand in six years as 10,000 people demonstrate in Bangkok for reforms of the government and the monarchy
- Japan's economy, the world's third largest, posts its worst-ever decline, falling 7.8% (April-June quarter)
Election of Interest
Largest-ever demonstration in Belarus as 100,000 people gather in Minsk to protest against controversial election results and regime of Alexander Lukashenko
Sports History
World Snooker Championship, Crucible Theatre, Sheffield: Englishman Ronnie O'Sullivan wins his 6th world title with an 18-8 win over countryman Kyren Wilson
2020 History
Famous Deaths
- Chetan Chauhan, Indian cricket batsman (40 Tests @ 31.57), dies of COVID-19 at 73
- Georg Volkert, German soccer striker (12 caps, FRG; 1. FC Nürnberg, Hamburger SV, VfB Stuttgart), dies from heart attack complications at 74
- Tommy Carroll, Irish soccer defender (17 caps, Republic of Ireland; Ipswich Town), dies at 77
About August 16, 2020
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 2 years, 9 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo
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#1 Song: WAP - Cardi B Featuring Megan Thee Stallion
#1 Song: Head & Heart - Joel Corry Ft. Mnek
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