Historical Events
Merkel's Replacement
Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer is elected the new leader of Germany's Christian Democratic Union party, replacing Angela Merkel
- Brazilian spiritual healer João Teixeira de Faria accused of sexual abuse by four women, over 200 more come forward in next week
Hart Steps Down as Host
Comedian Kevin Hart steps down as 2019 Oscars host after his history of homophobic statements is revealed
Mueller Filings Implicate Trump
Court filings by US federal prosecutors and Special Counsel Robert Mueller against Michael Cohen appear to implicate President Donald Trump on campaign fraud and Russian dealings
- Former Italy national football coach Cesare Prandelli is appointed manager of Serie A club Genoa CFC replacing Ivan Juric; first time in history all 20 Serie A managers are all Italian
- Mosconi Cup nine-ball pool, London, England: US ends Europe's 8-year run with an 11-9 win; MVP: Skyler Woodward (USA)
Famous Deaths
- Belisario Betancur, Colombian politician, President of Colombia (1982-86), dies at 95
Died in 2018 2018 Highlights
About December 7, 2018
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 5 years, 5 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Sicko Mode - Travis Scott
#1 Song: thank u, next - Ariana Grande
