Historical Events
- The China News Service announces new government restrictions on Internet use aimed especially at Internet cafés.
Famous Deaths
- Bill Albaugh, American pop-psychedelic rock drummer (The Lemon Pipers - "My Green Tambourine"), dies at 53
Died in 1999 1999 Highlights
About January 20, 1999
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 3 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Have You Ever? - Brandy
#1 Song: A Little Bit More - 911
