Historical Events
- 13th ACE Cable Awards: CNN wins the Golden CableACE for the coverage of the Persian Gulf War
- A new constitution, providing for freedom to form political parties, is approved by a referendum in Mali.
AFC Championship
AFC Championship, Rich Stadium, Orchard Park, NY: Buffalo Bills beat Denver Broncos, 10-7
- Algeria's general elections canceled after strong gains by Islamic Salvation Front in the 1st round
- Highest scoring NCAA basketball game; Troy State Trojans defeat DeVry Hoyas 258-149 in Troy, Alabama
- Last building in Gateway area in Cleveland is demolished
- NFC Championship, RFK Memorial Stadium, Washington, D.C.: Washington Redskins beat Detroit Lions, 41-10
- US male Figure Skating championship won by Christopher Bowman
Famous Birthdays
- Mao Kobayashi, Japanese gravure idol, born in Niigata Prefecture, Japan (d. 2017)
Famous Deaths
- Harry van Doorn, Dutch politician (KVP/KRO-chairman/PPR/CRM), dies at 76
- Walt Morey, US children's book writer (Gentle Ben), dies at 84
About January 12, 1992
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 31 years, 4 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Black Or White - Michael Jackson
#1 Song: Bohemian Rhapsody/These Are The Days Of Our Lives - Queen
