Historical Events
Event of Interest
US President George W. Bush signs into law the "No Child Left Behind Act", providing financial assistance to schools exhibiting academic improvement
Famous Deaths
- Alexander Prochorow, Nobel Prize in Physics laureate (b. 1916)
- Dave Thomas, American businessman who founded Wendy's Restaurants, dies at 69
2002 Highlights
About January 8, 2002
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 2 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: How You Remind Me - Nickelback
#1 Song: Gotta Get Thru This - Daniel Bedingfield
