Historical Events
- A bankruptcy court approves MCI's reorganization plans, essentially clearing the telecommunications company to exit bankruptcy
Sports History
Bethany Hamilton, aged 13, has her arm bitten off by a shark while surfing in Hawaii
Appointment of Interest
Mahathir Mohamad resigns as Prime Minister of Malaysia and is replaced by Deputy Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, marking an end to Mahathir's 22 years in power
2003 History
Famous Deaths
- Gordon Weir, New Zealand cricket batsman (11 Tests, 3 x 50; Auckland CA), dies at 93
- Richard Neustadt, American political historian (b. 1919)
- Semmangudi Srinivasa Iyer, Indian Carnatic vocalist, dies at 95
About October 31, 2003
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 19 years, 10 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: Baby Boy - Beyonce Featuring Sean Paul
#1 Song: Be Faithful - Fatman Scoop Ft. The Crooklyn Clan
