Historical Events
- China loosens travel restrictions and reopens its borders after nearly three years [1]
- Luke Cresswell and Steve McNicholas' percussion revue "Stomp" closes at the Orpheum Theatre, NYC, after for 11,475 performances
Bolsonaro Supporters Storm Government
Supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro attack Brazilian government buildings including the High Court and Presidential Palace, with over 1500 later arrested [1]
- United Cup Tennis, Ken Rosewall Arena, Sydney, Australia: US wins inaugural event, 4-0 over Italy
Famous Deaths
- Bernard Kalb, American journalist, moderator, lecturer and author, one of the most respected broadcast journalists of his time (CBS News, New York Times), dies at 100 [1] [2]
- Roberto Dinamite, Brazilian soccer forward (38 caps; CR Vasco da Gama 753 games, 475 goals), dies of intestinal cancer at 68
- Siegfried Kurz, German conductor (Staatsschauspiel Dresden, 1949-60; Staatsoper Dresden, 1960-84), and composer, dies at 92
Died in 2023 2023 Highlights
About January 8, 2023
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 1 year, 3 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Capricorn
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