Historical Events
- A stampede during the Stoning the Devil ritual on the last day at the Hajj in Mina, Saudi Arabia, kills at least 362 Muslim pilgrims
Messier's Jersey Retired
During an emotional ceremony, Mark Messier's #11 jersey is retired by the New York Rangers
- French warship Clemenceau reaches Egypt and is barred access to the Suez Canal. Greenpeace activists board the ship.
- The foreign ministers of the United Kingdom, France, and Germany declare that negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program have reached a dead end and recommend that Iran be referred to the United Nations Security Council.
Pope's Shooter Released
Turkey releases Mehmet Ali Ağca from jail after he served 25 years for shooting Pope John Paul II
Famous Weddings
Died in 2006 2006 Highlights
About January 12, 2006
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 18 years, 3 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Laffy Taffy - D4L
#1 Song: That's My Goal - Shayne Ward
