Historical Events
- North Korea conducts its first nuclear test, with an estimated yield of between 0.4-2 kilotons
Famous Deaths
- Paul Hunter, English snooker player (Masters 2001, 02, 04), dies from neuroendocrine tumours at 27
- Raymond Noorda, American co-founder and long time CEO of Novell (b. 1924)
2006 Highlights
About October 9, 2006
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 16 years, 3 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Holidays: Columbus Day (United States), Thanksgiving (Canada)
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: SexyBack - Justin Timberlake
#1 Song: America - Razorlight