Historical Events
- The International Court of Justice (ICJ) awards Middle Rocks to Malaysia and Pedra Branca (Pulau Batu Puteh) to Singapore, ending a 29-year territorial dispute between the two countries.
Famous Deaths
- (Bruce) "Utah" Phillips, American folk singer-songwriter ("Green Rolling Hills"; "The Goodnight-Loving Trail") storyteller, poet, and labor organizer, dies of heart disease at 73
- David Mitton, British television director (b. 1939)
Died in 2008 2008 Highlights
About May 23, 2008
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 15 years, 11 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Take A Bow - Rihanna
#1 Song: That's Not My Name - Ting Tings
