Historical Events
- 16-time world darts champion Phil Taylor loses, 7-2 to fellow Englishman Rob Cross in the final of his last World Championship in London
- California becomes largest US state to legalise cannabis for recreational use
- Initiative of 300 Hollywood women called "Time's Up" announced to fight sexual harassment
Iranian Protests
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says recent unrest "is nothing" after 30 people killed in 5 days of anti government demonstrations
- Japanese actress and former porn star Sora Aoi announces her engagement
Film & TV History
Javier Bardem becomes the ambassador of Greenpeace for the protection of Antarctica
- World Darts Championship: Retiring 16-time title holder Phil Taylor loses 7-2 to fellow Englishman Rob Cross in the Final at the Alexandra Palace, London.
Famous Deaths
- John V Tunney, American politician (Rep/Sen-D-California), dies of prostate cancer at 83
- Robert Mann, American composer and violinist (String Quartet 1952), dies at 97
Died in 2018 2018 Highlights
About January 1, 2018
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 6 years, 4 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Capricorn
Holidays: New Year's Day (Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Perfect - Ed Sheeran
