January 14: What Happened on This Day in History

• 2022: The Biden Administration announced the distribution of 500 million free at-home, rapid COVID-19 tests to Americans, aiming to increase accessibility and help control the pandemic's spread.
• 2020: Iran announced the arrest of several individuals as part of the investigation into the tragic downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752, which resulted in the loss of all 176 passengers and crew members. The incident highlighted significant tensions and potential military miscalculations in the region.
• 2019: Pawel Adamowicz, the Mayor of Gdansk, Poland, was critically wounded after being stabbed at a charity event, subsequently hospitalized with serious injuries.
• 2011: Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi is summoned for investigation regarding allegations of improper assistance to a 17-year-old nightclub dancer at one of his private parties.
• 2010: India commemorates multiple harvest festivals including Thai Pongal, Makar Sankranti, and Magh Bihu in various regions such as Palayamkottai and Haridwar, showcasing the country's rich agricultural and cultural diversity.
• 2007: Darlene Conley, a notable American actress who had a significant career in television and film, passed away at the age of 72. Known for her roles in various productions, she left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
• 2001: A Greece-registered cargo ship carrying 60,000 tonnes of iron ore ran aground near the Kenting National Park in Taiwan, resulting in a significant environmental incident where approximately 1.3 million litres of fuel oil were leaked into the surrounding marine ecosystem.
• 1998: The 100th episode of the popular television sitcom 'Ellen' aired, marking a significant milestone in the show's run and in LGBTQ+ representation on mainstream television.
• 1996: The theatrical production 'Holiday' concluded its run at the Circle in the Square Theater in New York City after 49 performances. This brief Broadway engagement represented a typical example of the challenging theatrical landscape in mid-1990s New York.
• 1993: David Letterman announces he is moving his popular television talk show from NBC to CBS, marking a significant moment in late-night television broadcasting.

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January 14th marks the 14th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar.

There are 351 days remaining until the end of the year (or 352 days in case of leap years).

January 14th is the 14th day of the month of January.

What day of the week is January 14?

On January 14th, 2025 the day of the week is Tuesday.

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The zodiac sign associated with January 14th is Capricorn according to the Western Zodiac.

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