Historical Events
- Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozen becomes first player in NBA history to hit buzzer-beaters on consecutive days; hits 3-pointers to beat Washington Wizards, 120-119 and previous night Indiana Pacers, 108-106
Desmond Tutu's Funeral
State Funeral in Cape Town, South Africa, for anti-apartheid leader Archbishop Desmond Tutu
Famous Deaths
- Dan Reeves, American football coach (AP NFL Coach of the Year 1993 NY Giants, 1998 Atlanta Falcons; Denver Broncos), dies from complications of dementia at 77
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About January 1, 2022
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 2 years, 4 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
Holidays: New Year's Day (Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States)
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#1 Song: All I Want For Christmas Is You - Mariah Carey
#1 Song: Merry Christmas - Ed Sheeran & Elton John
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