Historical Events
Mass Workers Protest
Proposed budget cuts by Benjamin Netanyahu spark protests from 250,000 workers who shut down services across Israel.
- United Nations announces that a total of 21 contracts have been approved for the limited Iraqi oil sales under Resolution 986
Famous Birthdays
- Vivian Oparah, English actress and musician (Rye Lane), born in London, England
Famous Weddings
- "The Last Emperor" Chinese actress Vivian Wu (30) weds producer-director Oscar Costo (43) in Shanghai, China
Famous Deaths
- (Marvin John) "Jack" Nance, American stage and screen actor (Eraserhead; Twin Peaks), dies at 53
- Lew Ayres, American actor (All Quiet on Western Front; Holiday; Dr. Kildare (films); Johnny Belinda), dies at 88
- Robert Grant Ferris, British politician, dies at 89
Died in 1996 1996 Highlights
About December 30, 1996
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 27 years, 3 months and 30 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Un-Break My Heart - Toni Braxton
#1 Song: 2 Become 1 - Spice Girls
