Historical Events
Laureus Awards
Laureus World Sports Awards, Marinsky Theatre, St. Petersburg, Russia: Sportsman: Roger Federer; Sportswoman: Justine Henin; Team: South African Men's National Rugby Union team
Famous Deaths
- Alain Robbe-Grillet, French novelist (Voyeur) and film maker, dies of heart failure at 85
- Mihaela Mitrache, Romanian actress, dies at 52
- Sir Richard Knowles, British politician (b. 1917)
Died in 2008 2008 Highlights
About February 18, 2008
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 16 years, 2 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aquarius
Holidays: Family Day (Canada), Washington's Birthday (United States)
#1 Song: Low - Flo Rida Featuring 
#1 Song: Mercy - 