Historical Events
- Japan announces its biggest military build-up since WWII, amid concerns over China and North Korea [1]
- Landslide sweeps through a campsite in Batang Kali township, Selangor state, Malaysia, killing at least 21 people during the night [1]
- Pokemon producers announce main man Ash Ketchum and his Pikachu will leave the anime series after 25 years [1]
Famous Deaths
- Charlie Gracie [Graci], American rock pioneer, rhythm and blues singer, and guitarist ("Butterfly"; "Fabulous"), dies of complications following COVID-19 at 86
- Rick Anderson, American actor and rock bassist (Tubes - "I'll Talk To You Later"), dies at 75
- Siniša Mihajlović, Serbian soccer defender (63 caps Yugoslavia; RS Belgrade, Roma, Sampdoria, Lazio) and manager (Serbia, Bologna, Fiorentina, Sampdoria, AC Milan, Torino), dies from leukemia at 53
Died in 2022 2022 Highlights
About December 16, 2022
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 1 year, 4 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Sagittarius
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