Historical Events
Australian Bush Fires
Australian bushfires death toll reaches 23 as PM Scott Morrison announces national defense force will be employed to help fight the more than 200 fires, amid criticism of his leadership
- Floods and landslides caused by torrential rain in Jakarta, Indonesia, kill at least 53
Famous Deaths
- Herbert Binkert, German soccer striker (12 caps Saarland; FC Saarbrücken), dies at 96
- Walter Ormeño, Peruvian soccer goalkeeper (Peru 1949-57; Boca Juniors, Rosario Central), dies at 93
Died in 2020 2020 Highlights
About January 4, 2020
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 4 years, 3 months and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: All I Want For Christmas Is You - Mariah Carey
#1 Song: Own It - Stormzy, Ed Sheeran & Burna Boy