What happened on Sunday December 31, 2000?

Here's what happened on December 31, 2000:

• End of 20th Century and 2nd Millennium The final day of the 20th century and the second millennium, marking a significant historical transition point for global timekeeping and cultural reflection.
• Montgomery Ward Announces Closure Iconic American retailer Montgomery Ward announces its complete business shutdown after 128 years of operation, symbolizing the dramatic shift in retail landscape due to emerging e-commerce technologies and changing consumer behaviors.
• Millennium Dome Closes in London The Millennium Dome, a massive exhibition and entertainment complex in London, closes one year after its grand opening, concluding a controversial and expensive landmark project of the turn of the millennium.
• Death of Rabbi Binyamin Ze'ev Kahane Rabbi Binyamin Ze'ev Kahane, a prominent Israeli settler leader and controversial political figure, passes away at the age of 34.
• Nor'easter Storm Impacts Northeast US A significant nor'easter storm affects New Jersey and New York, causing substantial disruptions and challenging winter weather conditions.
• Tragic Death of Trumpet Player James Tuozzolo James Tuozzolo, a trumpet player with the Greater Trenton Symphony Orchestra, tragically collapses and dies after performing a solo during a performance.

Events in 2000

December 31, 2000: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 31, 2000

Newspapers from Dec. 31, 2000

December 31, 2000: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

• Detroit Pistons - Washington Wizards : 96 - 110
• New Jersey Nets - Chicago Bulls : 77 - 86

NFL - American Football

• Denver Broncos - Baltimore Ravens : 3 - 21
• Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Philadelphia Eagles : 3 - 21

December 31, 2000 was a Sunday and it was the 366th day of the year 2000 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 31, 2000 can also be written as 12/31/2000 in the US and as 31/12/2000 in UK and Europe.

December 31, 2000 in December 2000 calendar

Famous people died on December 31, 2000:

• Jose Greco

  Renowned Italian-American dancer celebrated for his exceptional Spanish dance performances, who was a key member of Argentinita's dance...

• Alan Cranston

  Prominent California Democratic Senator known for his exceptional political memory and long-lasting liberal career.

• Binyamin Ze'ev Kahane

  American-israeli rabbi and scholar (b. 1966).

Famous people who died in 2000

Famous people who died on December 31st

December 31, 2000: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 2000 was Independent Women Part I by Destiny's Child, according to the music chart for the week December 25th and December 31st.

1. Destiny's Child - Independent Women Part I
2. Dream - He Loves U Not
3. Shaggy - It Wasn't Me
4. Mya - Case Of The Ex (Whatcha Gonna Do)
5. Creed - With Arms Wide Open

December 31, 2000: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 31, 2000 was Independent Women Part I by Destiny's Child, according to the music chart for the week December 25th and December 31st.

1. Destiny's Child - Independent Women Part I
2. OutKast - Ms. Jackson
3. JAY-Z - I Just Wanna Love U (Give It 2 Me)
4. R. Kelly - I Wish
5. Avant Featuring KeKe Wyatt - My First Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 31st is Capricorn.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 31, 2000: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 2000 is Dragon and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 31, 2000 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 31, 2000 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 December 31, 2000 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 32% full, rising at 11:00 am and setting at 10:15 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 11, 2000 while the next full moon would come on Jan 09, 2001.

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Your place in the Universe on December 31, 2000

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Someone born on December 31, 2000 is:

24 years 3 months old,

or 291 months and 23 days old,

or 1268 weeks and 3 days old,

or 8879 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 31, 2000?

There are 252 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday December 31st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 31, 2000?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 31, 2000.

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