What happened on Thursday January 28, 2021?

About January 28th, 2021, in brief:

  • Historical events: President Biden signed comprehensive executive orders addressing climate change, emphasizing job creation, environmental protection, and racial equity. These orders signaled a significant shift in U.S. environmental and economic policy following the Trump administration.
  • Day of the week: January 28th, 2021 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Full Moon
  • Popular movie: The Score directed by Frank Oz

More about January 28th, 2021? See below for more news and curiosities on January 28th, 2021.

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January 28, 2021: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 28, 2021:

  • Biden Signs Climate Executive Orders President Biden signed comprehensive executive orders addressing climate change, emphasizing job creation, environmental protection, and racial equity. These orders signaled a significant shift in U.S. environmental and economic policy following the Trump administration.
  • Homeland Security Warns of Extremist Threats The Department of Homeland Security issued a critical warning about the escalating risk of attacks by ideologically-motivated violent extremists, directly linking the threat to the January 6th Capitol insurrection.
  • Democrats Consider Censuring Trump Senator Tim Kaine proposed a potential censure resolution against former President Donald Trump for his role in inciting the January 6th Capitol riot, as prospects for conviction diminished.
  • Extremist Pleads Guilty in Whitmer Kidnap Plot An alleged extremist entered a guilty plea in connection with the plot to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, marking a significant legal development in domestic terrorism cases.
  • Proud Boys Leader's Law Enforcement Connection Revealed A report emerged suggesting that the leader of the Proud Boys had previously worked as an undercover informant for law enforcement, raising questions about organizational relationships and intelligence gathering.
  • RNC to Remain Neutral in 2024 Primary The Republican National Committee chairperson announced the party's intention to maintain neutrality during the 2024 primary election, signaling a potential shift in party strategy.
  • Polish Abortion Restrictions Take Effect A controversial Polish court ruling restricting abortion rights was implemented, sparking international debate about reproductive rights and judicial independence.
  • Tragic Nitrogen Leak at Georgia Poultry Facility A catastrophic nitrogen leak occurred at a poultry food processing facility in Gainesville, Georgia, resulting in six fatalities and at least ten injuries. The incident highlights critical industrial safety concerns in food manufacturing environments.
  • Federal Reserve Commits to Low Interest Rates The Federal Reserve reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining low interest rates to support economic recovery during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
  • Sanders Raises Charity Funds via Viral Inauguration Meme Senator Bernie Sanders leveraged his viral inauguration photo meme to raise $1.8 million for charitable causes, demonstrating the potential of internet culture for philanthropic efforts.
  • Actress Cloris Leachman Passes Away Beloved actress Cloris Leachman, renowned for her iconic role in The Mary Tyler Moore Show, died at the age of 94, marking the end of a remarkable entertainment career.

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January 28, 2021: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was January 28, 2021?


January 28, 2021 was a Thursday and it was the 28th day of the year 2021 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 28, 2021 can also be written as 1/28/2021 in the US and as 28/1/2021 in UK and Europe.

January 28, 2021 in January 2021 calendar

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January 28, 2021: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 28, 2021:

  • Cicely Tyson
    Cicely Tyson

    Pioneering African American actress who broke racial barriers in film and television, winning numerous awards for her powerful performances...

  • Paul J. Crutzen

    Prize laureate for their work in atmospheric chemistry, particularly concerning the formation and decomposition of ozone.

  • Vasilij Semënovič Lanovoj
  • Juan del Río Martín
  • Roberto Fernando Frojuello

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January 28, 2021: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 28th is Aquarius.

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Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius 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 28, 2021: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 28, 2021 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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January 28, 2021: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 28, 2021 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 28, 2021 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 28, 2021 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 05:00 pm and setting at 08:01 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 30, 2020 while the next full moon would come on Feb 27, 2021.

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How old is someone born on January 28, 2021?


Someone born on January 28, 2021 is:

4 years 2 months old,

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or 220 weeks and 6 days old,

or 1546 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 28, 2021?

There are 280 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday January 28th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 28, 2021?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on January 28, 2021.

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