Historical Events
- Gatwick, Heathrow and JFK airports enhance screening for the Ebola virus
- Patrick Modiano wins the 2014 Nobel Prize in Literature
Famous Deaths
- Carolyn Ashley Kizer, American writer, dies from complications of dementia 89
- Jan Hooks, American comedienne and actress (SNL, 1986-94; Designing Women, 1991-93; 3rd Rock from the Sun, 1996-2000), dies of throat cancer at 57
- Jocelyn Stevens, British media publisher and executive (Queen magazine), and administrator (Royal College of Art, 1984-92; English Heritage. 1992-2000), dies at 82
Died in 2014 2014 Highlights
About October 9, 2014
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 9 years, 6 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: All About That Bass - Meghan Trainor
