Historical Events
- Israeli forces expand their ground offensive into central Gaza's urban refugee camps saying it will last "many months" [1]
- Russian military plane shot down by Ukrainian forces in Russia kills all 74 on board including 65 Ukrainian Prisoners of War, prompts accusations on both sides [1]
- Sri Lanka passes controversial law to regulate online content, with critics claiming it will limit free speech [1]
- UK confirms 3-year loan of Ghana's "crown jewels" belonging to the Asante monarch to the Manhyia Palace Museum, Kumasi, 150 years after they were looted [1]
Famous Deaths
- N. Scott Momaday, Native American author (House Made of Dawn, Pulitzer Prize - 1969), dies at 89 [1]
Died in 2024 2024 Highlights
About January 24, 2024
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 3 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aquarius
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