Historical Events
- 77-year old pensioner's suicide outside Greek parliament prompts further protests in Athens
- A three-run homer by J.P. Arencibia off Jairo Asencio gives the Toronto Blue Jays a 7-4 win over the Cleveland Indians; 16 inning game duration a MLB Opening Day record
- International internet group Anonymous hack several Chinese bureaus in opposition to censorship
- Severe storms in Argentina kill 14 people
Famous Deaths
- Ferdinand A. Porsche, German car designer (Porsche 911), dies at 76
- Jim Marshall, British businessman and electric guitar amplifier pioneer known as "The Father of Loud", dies at 88
Died in 2012 2012 Highlights
About April 5, 2012
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 12 years and 1 month
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: We Are Young - fun. Featuring Janelle Monae
#1 Song: Turn Up The Music - Chris Brown
