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What Happened on January 12, 2024

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Historical Events

  • The island nation of Cape Verde is the first sub-Saharan country to be declared malaria-free in 50 years by the WHO [1]
  • “Wokery”, “safe word”, “forever chemical” and “swear box” added to the latest update of the Oxford English Dictionary [1]

Events in 2024

Famous Deaths

  • Bev Dovey, English rugby union prop (2 Tests; Bristol RFC 184 games; Western Counties, Gloucestershire), dies at 85
Died in 2024 2024 Highlights

About January 12, 2024

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 3 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Lovin On Me - Jack Harlow
  • UK #1 Song: Stick Season - Noah Kahan

Famous People by Generation

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