Wednesday January 01, 2003: on this day

January 01, 2003 was the 1st day of the year 2003, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is January 01, 2003 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 01, 2003, who was born and died on January 01, 2003, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 01, 2003, which were the most popular songs (ex. Lose Yourself by Eminem), movies (e.g. The Bourne Identity, directed by Doug Liman), TV series (e.g. Fish Tales) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 1st, 2003 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 01, 2003?


January 01, 2003 was a Wednesday and it was the 1st day of the year 2003 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 01, 2003 can also be written as 1/1/2003 in the US and as 1/1/2003 in UK and Europe.

January 01, 2003 in January 2003 calendar

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January 01, 2003: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 01, 2003:

  • The first day in the gregorian calendar is the beginning of the year
  • Turkish-registered oil tanker "vicky" with 70,000 tonnes diesel cargo hit the wreck of the sunken car 'tricolor', off the coast of dunkirk in france. the double-hulled tanker escaped the wreckage with the rising tide, and it sailed one mile to check for leakage. since december 14, 2002, when the carrier was struck by the sea, the 'vicky' has been the second ship to hit the wreck of the 'tricolor'.
  • Royal australian air force c-130 hercules flew over the solomon islands islands of tikopia, anuta and anuta to assess damage caused by cyclone zoe. officials from ausaid, the australian government agency, were on board during the flight. although reports indicate that crops were damaged and traditional homes were destroyed, it is possible that no one was hurt among the 1,600 island residents.

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January 01, 2003: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on January 01, 2003:

  • 1 USD = 118.68 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.5728 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.3835 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 124.5 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.651 GBP

January 01, 2003: What were the main match results that day?

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Arbroath - St Johnstone : 2 - 3
  • Clyde - St Mirren : 3 - 2
  • Crystal Palace - Coventry : 1 - 1
  • Ipswich - Millwall : 4 - 1
  • Nott'm Forest - Walsall : 1 - 1

Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Barnsley - Northampton : 1 - 2
  • Blackpool - Huddersfield : 1 - 1
  • Brechin - Forfar : 3 - 4
  • Cardiff - Swindon : 1 - 1
  • Chesterfield - Luton : 2 - 1

Division 3 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Bury - Hull : 1 - 0
  • East Fife - Montrose : 2 - 0
  • Hartlepool - Carlisle : 2 - 1
  • Lincoln - Boston : 1 - 1
  • Rushden & D - Shrewsbury : 5 - 1

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Arsenal - Chelsea : 3 - 2
  • Aston Villa - Bolton : 2 - 0
  • Blackburn - Middlesboro : 1 - 0
  • Everton - Man City : 2 - 2
  • Leeds - Birmingham : 2 - 0
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January 01, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 1st is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 01, 2003: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 01, 2003 is Goat and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on January 1st, 2003 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 01, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 01, 2003 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 01, 2003 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on January 01, 2003 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 06:13 am and setting at 04:24 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 19, 2002 while the next full moon would come on Jan 18, 2003.

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Who was born on January 01, 2003?


Famous people born on January 01, 2003:

  • Aliahna

    Tragically abducted and murdered at a young age, sparking national attention.

  • Anika Chebrolu

    Anika Chebrolu gained recognition for winning the 2020 3M Young Scientist Challenge with her innovative research.

  • Daria Trubnikova

    Russian rhythmic gymnast.

  • Rafiu Durosinmi
  • Giada Tomaselli
  • Hannah Eurlings
  • Emre Mutlu
  • Rodrigo Varanda
  • Cole Sand

Whose famous birthday is on January 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 1st:

  • Vidya Balan
    Vidya Balan

    Vidya balan is an indian actress and model known for her versatile roles in bollywood films, particularly for her performances in...

  • Hiep Thi Le
    Hiep Thi Le

    Vietnamese-American actress known for her role in the film 'Heaven & Earth'.

  • Nana Patekar
    Nana Patekar

    Nana patekar is an indian stage and film actor known for his intense performances in both mainstream and art house films.

  • Grandmaster Flash
    Grandmaster Flash

    Grandmaster flash is a pioneering dj and hip-hop artist known for his innovative turntable techniques and influential contributions to the...

  • Maurice Béjart
    Maurice Béjart

    French choreographer, dancer, ballet director, and choreographer; his style combines jazz, avant-garde and non-traditional dance forms.

  • Fatima Sana Shaikh
    Fatima Sana Shaikh

    Fatima sana shaikh is an indian actress known for her role as geeta phogat in the film dangal.

  • Morris Chestnut
    Morris Chestnut

    American actor known for his roles in films like 'Boyz n the Hood' and 'The Best Man'.

  • Frank Langella
    Frank Langella

    American actor and legitimate theater producer.

  • Sonali Bendre
    Sonali Bendre

    Indian actress and model.

  • Jonas Armstrong
    Jonas Armstrong

    An english actor of irish descent, he is best known for his appearances in television in the united kingdom.

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January 01, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 21 years 2 months old,

or 254 months and 27 days old,

or 1108 weeks and 1 day old,

or 7757 days old,

if you were born on January 01, 2003.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 01, 2003?

There are 279 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday January 1st 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 01, 2003?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on January 01, 2003.

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January 01, 2003: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 01, 2003:

  • Yakub Kuliev

    Renowned geneticist known for his work in human genetics.

  • Renella Hirsch

    Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Tata Subba Rao

    Renowned botanist known for his work in plant taxonomy.

  • Nechemia Argov

    Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom, survived an assassination attempt.

  • Deloyce Fitzpatrick

    American politician who served as a member of the Tennessee House of Representatives.

  • Izumi Kobayashi

    Japanese painter known for his abstract and surrealist works.

  • Raymonda Hainaut

    Raymonda Hainaut was a French ballet dancer and choreographer who made significant contributions to the development of French ballet.

  • Elloree Geddings

    South Carolina politician who served in the state House of Representatives.

  • Milferd W. Myhre

    Norwegian politician known for his contributions to the Labour Party.

  • Emilio Rosenblueth

    Emilio Rosenblueth was a Mexican computer scientist who made significant contributions to the field of artificial intelligence.

  • Helvi Juvonen

    Helvi Juvonen was a Finnish actress who appeared in numerous films and television shows during her career.

  • Fenton Bresler

    British biographer and journalist who wrote about historical figures.

  • Job Kuijt

    Job Kuijt was a renowned botanist known for his work on parasitic plants.

  • Nuri Pakdil

    Renowned Turkish poet known for his unique style and contributions to Turkish literature.

  • Valente Quintana

    Valente Quintana was a prominent politician known for his contributions to social justice in Latin America.

  • Simcha Dinitz

    Simcha Dinitz was an Israeli diplomat and politician who served as the ambassador to the United States.

  • Eb

    Eb Davis was a renowned blues musician.

  • Hava Bat-Zvi

    Israeli author known for her contributions to Hebrew literature.

  • Jascha Ephraim

    Known for his work in computer science and artificial intelligence.

  • Nila Mazumdar

    Renowned Indian classical dancer and choreographer.

What famous deaths happened on January 1st?

Famous deaths on January 1st:

  • Cesar Romero
    Cesar Romero

    Cuban-american actor (joker, batman, falcon crest) dies from complications of bronchitis (born 1907).

  • Margaret Sullavan
    Margaret Sullavan

    American actress who achieved her greatest fame in the 1943 stage production "voice of the turtle.

  • Donna Douglas
    Donna Douglas

    American actress (b. 1932).

  • Ray Walston
    Ray Walston

    American actor, most famous for his role in the tv sitcom "my favorite martian".

  • Juanita Moore
    Juanita Moore

    Juanita Moore was an American film and television actress, best known for her Academy Award-nominated role in the film Imitation of Life.

  • Barton MacLane
    Barton MacLane

    Barton MacLane was a popular actor who appeared in numerous films and television shows.

  • Victor Buono
    Victor Buono

    Actor (mr schubert man from atlantis), is killed at 43.

  • June Clayworth
    June Clayworth

    Actress (bodyguard and criminal court), succumbs to lymphoma.

  • Gertrude Michael
    Gertrude Michael

    Actress (caged cleopatra), who dies at 53.

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January 01, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


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January 01, 2003: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 01, 2003 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 30th and January 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 01, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 01, 2003 was Lose Yourself by Eminem, according to the music chart for the week December 30th and January 5th.

January 01, 2003: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 01, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 30th and January 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Lose Yourself youtube
  2. - Work It
  3. - Air Force Ones
  4. - '03 Bonnie & Clyde
  5. - Jenny From The Block

January 01, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 01, 2003 was Leave Right Now by Will Young, according to the music chart for the week December 30th and January 5th.

January 01, 2003: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 01, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 30th and January 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Leave Right Now
  2. - Sound Of The Underground
  3. - I'm Your Man
  4. - Cheeky Song (Touch My Bum)
  5. - Changes

January 01, 2003: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 01, 2003 was Love Of My Life (An Ode To Hip Hop) by Erykah Badu Featuring Common, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 30th and January 5th.

January 01, 2003: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 01, 2003 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 30th and January 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Love Of My Life (An Ode To Hip Hop)
  2. - Work It
  3. - Bump, Bump, Bump
  4. - Air Force Ones
  5. - Miss You

January 01, 2003: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on January 01, 2003 was El Problema by Ricardo Arjona, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 30th and January 5th.

January 01, 2003: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on January 01, 2003 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 30th and January 5th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - El Problema
  2. - Suena
  3. - Quizas
  4. - Es Por Ti
  5. - El Dolor De Tu Presencia

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January 01, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 01, 2003 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Bourne Identity

The Bourne Identity

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Doug Liman

Starring: Franka Potente, Matt Damon, Chris Cooper, Clive Owen

Country: United States of America

About Schmidt

About Schmidt

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Alexander Payne

Starring: Jack Nicholson, Hope Davis, Dermot Mulroney, Kathy Bates

Country: United States of America

Phone Booth

Phone Booth

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Joel Schumacher

Starring: Colin Farrell, Kiefer Sutherland, Forest Whitaker, Radha Mitchell

Country: United States of America

Roger Dodger

Roger Dodger

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Dylan Kidd

Starring: Campbell Scott, Jesse Eisenberg, Isabella Rossellini, Elizabeth Berkley

Country: United States of America

Thirteen

Thirteen

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Catherine Hardwicke

Starring: Evan Rachel Wood, Holly Hunter, Nikki Reed, Vanessa Hudgens

Country: United States of America

January 01, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 01, 2003 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Fish Tales

Fish Tales

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Alki David

Magpakailanman

Magpakailanman

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Joyce Bernal

Treasure Hunt

Treasure Hunt

Release year: 2002

Directed by: John Paddy Carstairs

Panique au village

Panique au village

Release year: 2002

January 01, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 01, 2003 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Summons by John Grisham

The Summons

By:

Ray Atlee is an associate professor of law at University of Virginia. He is 43 years old, single and still dealing with the shocks of a surprise separation. Forrest, his younger brother, redefines the concept of a black sheep in …

Journals by Kurt Cobain

Journals

By:

Kurt Cobain's lyrics notebook and personal journals. He filled many notebooks with lyrics, drawings and writings about Nirvana.

The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold

The Lovely Bones

By:

We meet Susie Salmon at 14 years old, and she is already in heaven. She tells us that this was before public service announcements and milk carton photos. In 1973, when Susie disappeared mysteriously, people believed these things didn’t happen.

Reversible Errors by Scott Turow

Reversible Errors

By:

Arthur Raven, a corporate lawyer, is appointed by the court to represent a Death Row inmate. Raven, a passionate crusader and also a rookie inmate, is convinced that his client is innocent by new evidence.

Live From New York by Tom Shales and James Andrew Miller

Live From New York

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Just in time to celebrate the 40th anniversary Saturday Night Live, a new edition of LIVE NEW YORK has been released. It features nearly 100 pages that cover the past decade.

January 01, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 01, 2003 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Advanced Warriors

Advanced Warriors

Platform: DVD, Mobile phone

Genre: Interactive movie

Publisher: High Point Film and Television Ltd.

Celebrity Deathmatch

Celebrity Deathmatch

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation, PlayStation 2, Xbox

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Gotham Games

Battlefield 1942: Secret Weapons of WWII

Battlefield 1942: Secret Weapons of WWII

Platform: Microsoft Windows, OS X

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Batman: Dark Tomorrow

Batman: Dark Tomorrow

Platform: Xbox, GameCube

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Kemco Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment DC Comics

December When There Is No Angel

December When There Is No Angel

Platform: Microsoft Windows PC

Genre: Eroge, Visual novel

Publisher: Leaf

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Who was the US President on January 01, 2003?

On January 01, 2003 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 01, 2003?

On January 01, 2003 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 01, 2003?

On January 01, 2003 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about January 1st?

January 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st day of the month of January. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on January 1st, such as:

  • 2019 - War in afghanistan: 27 afghan national security forces members are killed by the taliban in coordinated attacks in northern afghanistan. they refused to negotiate peace with the government.
  • 2018 - Kashmir conflict: after 36 hours, an armed standoff between indian security force and kashimiri rebels at paramilitary bases ends with eight people dying.
  • 2017 - 2017 istanbul nightclub attack: on the european coast of bosphorus, a gunman opened fire at a istanbul nightclub, killing at most 39 people and injuring 69 more. (bbc), (ap via abc news australia),

Find out more about January 1st

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What happened in 2003?

2003 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • The 108th United States Congress is sworn in, including incoming freshmen Senators Saxby Chambliss (Republican-Georgia), Lindsey Graham (Republican-South Carolina), John Sununu (Republican-New Hampshire), Lamar Alexander (Republican-Tennessee), Elizabeth Dole (Republican-North Carolina), Norm Coleman (Republican-Minnesota), and Mark Pryor (Democrat-Arkansas).
  • With a Republican Senate majority, the US Congress meets
  • All 21 passengers on board US Airways Express Flight 5481 are killed when it crashes at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, Charlotte, North Carolina.

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What was the calendar for January 2003?

January 2003 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

Discover how January 2003 calendar looked like.

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