Historical Events
Breaking Dawn
"Breaking Dawn", 4th book in Stephenie Meyer's "Twilight Saga" is published by Little Brown at midnight with a print run of 3.7 million copies
Famous Deaths
- Fujio Akatsuka, Japanese cartoonist, dies of pneumonia at 72
- John F. Seiberling, American politician (Rep-D-OH, 1971-86), dies at 89
Died in 2008 2008 Highlights
About August 2, 2008
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 15 years, 8 months and 30 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Kissed A Girl - Katy Perry
#1 Song: Dance Wiv Me - Dizzee Rascal Ft. Calvin Harris & Chrome
