Historical Events
- NY Giant GM George Young resigns to accept NFL position
A Lawyer for the Unabomber
Unabomber suspect Ted Kaczynski asks to act as his own lawyer
- World Trade Center bomber Ramzi Ahmed Yousef sentenced to life
Famous Divorces
Roseanne Barr
Roseanne Barr files for divorce from 3rd husband Ben Thomas
Famous Deaths
- Michael Tippett, British conductor and composer (Child of Our Time), dies shortly after suffering a stroke at 93
- Walter Diemer, inventor (bubble gum 1928), dies of heart failure at 93
Died in 1998 1998 Highlights
About January 8, 1998
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 26 years, 3 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Candle In The Wind 1997/Something About The Way You Look Tonight - Elton John
#1 Song: Perfect Day - Various Artists
