Tuesday January 06, 1998: on this day

January 06, 1998 was the 6th day of the year 1998, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is January 06, 1998 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 06, 1998, who was born and died on January 06, 1998, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 06, 1998, which were the most popular songs (ex. Candle In The Wind 1997 by Elton John), movies (e.g. Monument Ave., directed by Ted Demme), TV series (e.g. Dawson'S Creek) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 6th, 1998 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 06, 1998?


January 06, 1998 was a Tuesday and it was the 6th day of the year 1998 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 06, 1998 can also be written as 1/6/1998 in the US and as 6/1/1998 in UK and Europe.

January 06, 1998 in January 1998 calendar

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January 06, 1998: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 06, 1998:

  • Don sutton selected to baseball hall of fame.
  • Barry switzer resigns as dallas cowboys' coach.
  • Alan eagleson pleads guilty to fraud in canada.
  • The lunar prospector spacecraft is launched into orbit around the moon, and later finds evidence for frozen water, in soil in permanently shadowed craters near the moon's poles.

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January 06, 1998: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on January 06, 1998:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $60.13
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $15.94
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $129.75
  • General Electric GE: opens at $74.56
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $105.37

January 06, 1998: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Boston Celtics - Chicago Bulls : 79 - 90
  • Charlotte Hornets - Seattle SuperSonics : 81 - 102
  • Denver Nuggets - Dallas Mavericks : 90 - 108
  • Houston Rockets - Cleveland Cavaliers : 70 - 100
  • Los Angeles Clippers - Sacramento Kings : 89 - 105

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Airdrie - Partick : 2 - 1

Division 3 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Scarborough - Darlington : 2 - 1
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January 06, 1998: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 6th 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 06, 1998: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 06, 1998 is Tiger and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on January 6th, 1998 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 06, 1998: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 06, 1998 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 06, 1998 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 06, 1998 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 68% full, rising at 12:23 pm and setting at 01:56 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 14, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Jan 12, 1998.

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Who was born on January 06, 1998?


Famous people born on January 06, 1998:

  • Maccoy McClung

    Professional basketball player known for his impressive dunking skills.

  • Kailey Swanson

    Country singer.

  • Shamal George
  • Jérémy Guillemenot
  • Afonso Jesus
  • Dionys Kippel
  • Lee Seung-woo
  • Modesto Méndez
  • Geworg Najaryan
  • Aimery Pinga
  • Ismail Azzaoui
  • Pepê
  • Tiffany Ho
  • Iñigo Vicente
  • Axel Bakayoko
  • Lara Robinson
  • Yūka Yano
  • Daniel Villegas

Whose famous birthday is on January 6th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 6th:

  • Kate McKinnon
    Kate McKinnon

    Kate mckinnon is a comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her impressions of famous personalities.

  • Rowan Atkinson
    Rowan Atkinson

    Rowan Atkinson is a British actor, comedian, and screenwriter, best known for his roles in the sitcoms 'Mr.

  • Norman Reedus
    Norman Reedus

    American actor and model, known for his roles in the walking dead's series daryl dixon and murphy macmanus' 1999 film the boondock saints...

  • Adriano Celentano
    Adriano Celentano

    Italian singer-songwriter, actor, and director.

  • Olga Georges-Picot
    Olga Georges-Picot

    French family noted, the daughter of a chinese ambassador.

  • Jérémie Renier
    Jérémie Renier

    Belgian actor.

  • Loretta Young
    Loretta Young

    American actress who had her own television show in the 1950s.

  • Danny Pintauro
    Danny Pintauro

    American actor seen playing young jonathan in the tv sitcom, "who's the boss?".

  • Mickey Hargitay
    Mickey Hargitay

    American physical culturist mr.

  • Danny Thomas
    Danny Thomas

    Deerfield, michigan -- comedian (show).

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January 06, 1998: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 26 years 3 months old,

or 315 months and 14 days old,

or 1371 weeks and 4 days old,

or 9601 days old,

if you were born on January 06, 1998.

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 06, 1998?

There are 261 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday January 6th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 06, 1998?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on January 06, 1998.

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January 06, 1998: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 06, 1998:

  • Otello Colangeli
  • Georgij Vasil'evič Sviridov
  • Otto Schmitt

What famous deaths happened on January 6th?

Famous deaths on January 6th:

  • Rudolf Nureyev
    Rudolf Nureyev

    Russian-french choreographer and dancer (d. 1993).

  • Sidney Poitier
    Sidney Poitier

    American actor.

  • Silvana Pampanini
    Silvana Pampanini

    Italian film actress from the 1950s.

  • Om Puri
    Om Puri

    Renowned Indian actor known for his versatile roles in films.

  • Pat Harrington
    Pat Harrington

    Jr.

  • Loui Braille

    Inventor of the Braille system, a widely used method of reading and writing for the visually impaired.

  • Genecis Mendel

    Considered the father of genetics, he discovered the basic principles of heredity through his experiments with pea plants.

  • Cicilia Mandela

    South African anti-apartheid activist and politician.

  • Ron Asheton

    Ron Asheton was an American guitarist and songwriter, best known as a founding member of the rock band The Stooges.

  • Messiyah Mendel

    Known for his work in genetics and the study of pea plants.

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January 06, 1998: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 06, 1998:

  • Epiphany (National Holiday) in Italy
  • Christianity (except Eastern and Oriental Orthodox who follow the Julian Calendar) - Epiphany of the Lord (a.k.a. "Twelfth Day of Christmas" and Three Kings Day in some areas).
  • In the Irish Calendar- Little Christmas or Nollaig na mBan (Women's Christmas) and/or Twelfth Day.
  • Twelfth Night, or The Lord of Misrule
  • Rastafari movement - Celebration of the ceremonial birthday of Haile Selassie
  • Ancient Latvia - Zvaigznes Diena observed
  • Armenian Christmas (except in the Holy Land where it's on January 18th - old calendar)
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January 06, 1998: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 06, 1998 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 5th and January 11th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 06, 1998: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 06, 1998 was Candle In The Wind 1997 by Elton John, according to the music chart for the week January 5th and January 11th.

January 06, 1998: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 06, 1998 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 5th and January 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Candle In The Wind 1997
  2. - Something About The Way You Look Tonight
  3. - It's All About The Benjamin's
  4. - Together Again youtube
  5. - My Body

January 06, 1998: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 06, 1998 was Never Ever by All Saints, according to the music chart for the week January 5th and January 11th.

January 06, 1998: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 06, 1998 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 5th and January 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Never Ever
  2. - Perfect Day
  3. - Too Much
  4. - Together Again
  5. - Angels

January 06, 1998: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 06, 1998 was My Body by LSG, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 5th and January 11th.

January 06, 1998: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 06, 1998 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 5th and January 11th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - My Body
  2. - A Song For Mama
  3. - We're Not Making Love No More
  4. - You Make Me Wanna...
  5. - I Don't Ever Want To See You Again

January 06, 1998: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on January 06, 1998 was En El Jardin by Alejandro Fernandez Featuring Gloria Estefan, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 5th and January 11th.

January 06, 1998: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on January 06, 1998 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 5th and January 11th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - En El Jardin
  2. - Si Tu Supieras
  3. - A Pesar De Todos
  4. - Nos Estorbo La Ropa
  5. - La Venia Bendita

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January 06, 1998: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 06, 1998 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Monument Ave.

Monument Ave.

Release year: 1998

Directed by: Ted Demme

Starring: Denis Leary, Ian Hart, Jason Barry, Lenny Clarke

High Art

High Art

Release year: 1998

Directed by: Lisa Cholodenko

Starring: Radha Mitchell, Ally Sheedy, Patricia Clarkson, Gabriel Mann

A Price Above Rubies

A Price Above Rubies

Release year: 1998

Directed by: Boaz Yakin

Starring: Renée Zellweger, Christopher Eccleston, Julianna Margulies, Allen Payne

The Land Girls

The Land Girls

Release year: 1998

Directed by: David Leland

Starring: Catherine McCormack, Rachel Weisz, Anna Friel, Steven Mackintosh

The Gingerbread Man

The Gingerbread Man

Release year: 1998

Directed by: Robert Altman

Starring: Kenneth Branagh, Embeth Davidtz, Robert Downey Jr., Daryl Hannah

January 06, 1998: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 06, 1998 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Dawson's Creek

Dawson's Creek

Release year: 1998

Directed by: Steve Miner

Unfinished Business

Unfinished Business

Release year: 1998

Directed by: Ken Scott

Sleepwalkers

Sleepwalkers

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Mick Garris

Bed & Breakfast

Bed & Breakfast

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Marcio Garcia

Stella Street

Stella Street

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Peter Richardson

January 06, 1998: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 06, 1998 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley and William D. Danko

The Millionaire Next Door

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The Millionaire Next Door, a bestseller, identifies seven traits that are common among people who have accumulated wealth.

The Perfect Storm by Sebastian Junger

The Perfect Storm

By:

This bestselling book became the blockbuster movie starring George Clooney and Mark Wahlberg. Three weather systems collided off Nova Scotia's coast in October 1991 to produce a storm of singular fury that swept waves over one hundred feet.

Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer

Into Thin Air

By:

National Bestseller A bank of clouds was assembling on the not-so-distant horizon, but journalist-mountaineer Jon Krakauer, standing on the summit of Mt. Everest saw nothing that suggested that a deadly storm was coming down.

The Dark Side Of Camelot by Seymour M. Hersh

The Dark Side Of Camelot

By:

This massive work of investigative journalism shows the Kennedy White House like never before. This meticulously documented and compulsively readable portrait shows John F.

The Ghost by Danielle Steel

The Ghost

By:

Charles Waterston has a loving wife and a thrilling career in London. His life seems perfect. He doesn't know what he will do when his 10 year marriage ends or if he is forced to move to New York.

January 06, 1998: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 06, 1998 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

European Air War

European Air War

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Flight simulator

Publisher: MicroProse

Tetris 64

Tetris 64

Platform: Nintendo 64

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: SETA Corporation

Bomberman Fantasy Race

Bomberman Fantasy Race

Platform: PlayStation, PlayStation Network

Genre: Racing

Publisher: JP Hudson Soft; NA Atlus; EU Virgin Interactive

Total Air War

Total Air War

Platform: Windows

Genre: Flight simulator

Publisher: Infogrames Entertainment, Atari

F-Zero X

F-Zero X

Platform: Nintendo 64, iQue Player

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Nintendo

history

Who was the US President on January 06, 1998?

On January 06, 1998 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 06, 1998?

On January 06, 1998 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 06, 1998?

On January 06, 1998 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about January 6th?

January 6th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 6th 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 6th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2018 moscow-constantinople schism: the chancellor of the ukrainian orthodox church (moscow patriarchate) describes the granting of autocephaly on january 5 to the orthodox church of ukraine as "a secular event."
  • 2018 - Casamance conflict, 13 people are killed by gunmen near ziguinchor (senegal).
  • 2017 - Russian military intervention in syria's civil war: russia begins withdrawal of its forces from syria. russia's aircraft carrier battle group was the first to depart. the united nations declares that the ceasefire is holding "largely".

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history

What happened in 1998?

1998 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Freak, opens at Cort Theater, New York City
  • 80th PGA Championship at Sahalee Country Club - Seattle, Washington
  • State Farm Rail Golf Classic

Do you remember 1998? Enjoy your trip down memory lane with Takemeback.to

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What was the calendar for January 1998?

January 1998 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 1998 calendar looked like.

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