What Happened on July 28, 2014

Historical Events

Event of Interest

Israel criticizes John Kerry's proposed ceasefire, stating that no ceasefire deal will be accepted without the destruction of tunnels leading from Gaza to Israel and the demilitarization of the Gaza Strip

Music History

Linda Ronstadt receives the National Medal of Arts from President Barack Obama in a White House ceremony [1]

  • Missiles strike near Gaza's main hospital and a nearby refugee camp Monday, leaving 10 dead and many wounded; Israeli Defence Force say they are not responsible
  • UN Security Council hold emergency meeting calling for an immediate and indefinite humanitarian ceasefire between Israel and Hamas

Famous Deaths

  • Jon Erikson, American swimmer 1st to triple cross English Channel (1981), dies at 58
  • Margot Adler, American journalist, dies from endometrial cancer at 68
Died in 2014 2014 Highlights

About July 28, 2014

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 9 years, 9 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Rude - MAGIC!
  • UK #1 Song: Crazy Stupid Love - Cheryl Cole Ft. Tinie Tempah