Historical Events
- 2023 confirmed as the world's warmest year on record - 1.48C warmer than the long-term average, driven by climate change and El Niño [1]
- Armed gunmen storm a Ecuador Television network in Guayaquil during a live broadcast, amid a state of emergency in the country after increasing attacks and abductions [1]
- Gabriel Attal named as France's youngest and first openly gay Prime Minister at 34, replacing Élisabeth Borne [1]
- St Pauls becomes the first large US city to swear in an all-female city council, with six out of seven women of colour and all under 40 [1]
Famous Deaths
- James Kottak, American rock drummer (Scorpions, 1996-2016), dies at 61
Died in 2024 2024 Highlights
About January 9, 2024
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 3 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Lovin On Me - Jack Harlow
#1 Song: Stick Season - Noah Kahan
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