Learn about the major world events and happenings, birthdays, and deaths that took place on August 16. Check what happened ...

Saturday, August 16Bristol, VTEnjoy a day of family fun at the Pocock Rocks Music Festival and Street Fair. With a variety of events from live music to shopping to food, there's something for everyone ...

2018: Soul legend Aretha Franklin dies aged 76 in Detroit. On the same day, British Columbia, Canada, declares a state of ...