Historical Events
- 130 wildfires across Australia’s east coast force thousands to evacuate their homes
- 2,130 prisoners held by the Syrian government are exchanged for 48 Iranians kidnapped by Syrian rebels
Nash 5th to 10,000 Assists
Steve Nash becomes 5th NBA player to record 10,000th career assists, playing for the LA Lakers against Houston - Lakers still lose 125–112
Famous Deaths
- Jeanne Manford, American gay rights activist, dies at 92
- Kenojuak Ashevak, Canadian Inuit artist, dies from lung cancer at 85
Died in 2013 2013 Highlights
About January 8, 2013
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 11 years, 3 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Capricorn
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#1 Song: Locked Out Of Heaven - Bruno Mars
#1 Song: Impossible - James Arthur
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