Historical Events
Clooney Messenger of Peace
The United Nations announce George Clooney as a UN messenger of peace
Famous Deaths
- Frank Lewin, German-American composer and music theorist (Yale, 1971-92), dies at 82
- Georgia Frontiere, American businesswoman (co-owner Cleveland/Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams 1979–2008), dies at 80
- John Stroger, first African-American Cook County Board President (b. 1929)
2008 Highlights
About January 18, 2008
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 16 years, 2 months and 29 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Low - Flo Rida Featuring T-Pain
#1 Song: Now You're Gone - Basshunter Ft. Dj Mental Theo's Bazzheadz
