Historical Events
- Iraq disarmament crisis: Operation Desert Fox - the United States and United Kingdom bomb targets in Iraq
Famous Deaths
- William Gaddis, American writer (b. 1922)
1998 Highlights
About December 16, 1998
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 24 years, 1 month and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: I'm Your Angel - R. Kelly & Celine Dion
#1 Song: To You I Belong - B*Witched