Historical Events
- The Space Shuttle Columbia takes off for mission STS-107 which would be its final one. Columbia disintegrates 16 days later on re-entry.
Famous Deaths
- Henryk Czyz, Polish composer and musician, dies at 79
- Richard Wainwright, English politician, Liberal MP for Colne Valley (1966–70), dies at 84
2003 Highlights
About January 16, 2003
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 20 years, 8 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Lose Yourself - Eminem
#1 Song: Sound Of The Underground - Girls Aloud
