Historical Events
- An Air China (Mainland China) jetliner is hijacked by disgruntled pilot Yuan Bin and flown to Taiwan.
Famous Deaths
- Ghulam Ahmed, Indian cricketer (off-spinner in 22 Tests for India in 1950's), dies at 76
- James Goldman, American screenwriter and playwright (The Lion in Winter), dies of a heart attack at 71
Ted Hughes (1930-1998)
English Poet and translator (British Poet Laureate 1984-98), dies at 68
Tommy Flowers (1905-1998)
English engineer (Colossus), dies at 92
1998 Highlights
About October 28, 1998
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 24 years, 7 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: The First Night - Monica
#1 Song: Believe - Cher
