Historical Events
- Eunuchs in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh float the political party Jiti Jitayi Politics.
- Pinnacle fitted on the roof of Taipei 101, a 101-floor skyscraper in Taipei, allowing it to surpass the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur by 50 meters (165 feet) to become World's tallest high-rise
Famous Deaths
- Janice Rule, American actress (Alvarez Kelly, Doctor's Wife), dies at 72
Died in 2003 2003 Highlights
About October 17, 2003
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 20 years, 6 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Baby Boy - Beyonce Featuring Sean Paul
- #1 Song: Where Is The Love - Black Eyed Peas