Historical Events
- Iran's attempt to create the world's largest sandwich (1,500 metres) fails when crowds eat it before it can be measured
Cricket Record
Sachin Tendulkar becomes the highest run-scorer ever in test cricket beating Brian Lara's record and passing 12,000 runs against Australia in Mohali
Famous Deaths
- Ben Weider, Canadian businessman and author (The Murder of Napoleon), dies at 85
- Levi Stubbs [Stubbles], American baritone singer (The Four Tops - "It's the Same Old Song"; "Standing In The Shadows of Love"), dies at 72
Died in 2008 2008 Highlights
About October 17, 2008
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 15 years, 6 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Libra
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