Historical Events
- Cold snap across East Asia leads to more than 50 deaths and 60,000 travellers stranded in South Korea
- Leader of Oregon militia occupying Malheur wildlife refuge arrested and another killed in shoot-out with Federal agents
Famous Deaths
- Abe Vigoda, American actor (Barney Miller, The Godfather), dies at 94
- Colin Vearncombe, British singer-songwriter (Black - "Wonderful Life"), dies from injuries in a car accident at 53
2016 Highlights
About January 26, 2016
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 7 years and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Holidays: Australia Day (Australia), Republic Day (India)
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Sorry - Justin Bieber
#1 Song: Stitches - Shawn Mendes