Historical Events
- Former Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond resigns from the Scottish National Party amid sexual abuse allegations
- Germany hands back human remains of Namibian Herero and Nama people murdered during 1904-08 genocide at church service in Berlin
John McCain Lies in State
John McCain is only the third person to lie in state at the Arizona state capital rotunda in Phoenix
Retirement Age Increased
Russian President Vladimir Putin announces new retirement ages, 60 for women, 65 for men in TV address, amid protests
Aaron Rodgers Record Contract
Star quarterback Aaron Rodgers signs NFL record contract extension with the Green Bay Packers; 4 years worth $134m rising to a possible $180m with a record $103m in guarantees
Famous Deaths
Died in 2018 2018 Highlights
About August 29, 2018
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 5 years, 7 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: In My Feelings - Drake
#1 Song: Shotgun - George Ezra
