Saturday, January 2, 2021, was 3 years ago. It was the 2nd day and 1st month of the year in the Georgian calendar. It’s the 33rd day of Winter and there are 58 days left until Spring. January 2, 2021 zodiac sign is Capricorn. On this day, Donald J. Trump (Republican) was the president of the United States and the world population was approximately 7.92 billion, according to census.gov.
Below is everything you need to know about January 2, 2021, including important events in history, top news headlines, US stock market results, social trends, and what was popular in entertainment. We’ll also look at January 2 zodiac details, day facts, and more ⤵
| Day index | 2nd day of the year |
| Day of week | 1st Saturday of 2021 |
| Week index | 1st week of 2021 |
| Season | 33rd day of Winter |
| Generation | Generation Alpha |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn ♑ |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Ruling Planet | Saturn |
| Numerology | 8 |
| January Birthstone | Garnet |
| January Birth flower | Carnation |
We are using US standard week number calculations.
Fun fact: Here is how to write January 2, 2021, in Roman numerals: IIIMMXXI (month-day, year)
January 2nd zodiac sign
The zodiac sign for January 2 is Capricorn ♑. Capricorns are responsible, disciplined and good managers, though sometimes are also known for being know-it-all, unforgiving, and condescending. Capricorns are thought to be the most serious sign of the zodiac. Saturn is the ruling planet of Capricorn.
Top news headlines from January 2, 2021
Here is what happened on this day.
- Sen. Mitch McConnell’s Louisville home vandalized
- Federal judge throws out Gohmert lawsuit asking Pence to interfere in Electoral College count
- Ted Cruz leads senators planning to oppose certifying 2020 election
- College basketball: Coastal Carolina 81, Georgia State 69
- Lawsuit Arguing Pence Can Choose Trump Electors Tossed Out By Judge : NPR
Popular topics that trended on the web and social media on January 2nd:
Georgia football The Office Hornets Auburn football Iowa State football Steve Sarkisian
January 2nd events in history
Below are a few important historical events that happened on January 2.
The Alamanni cross the frozen Rhine River in large numbers, invading the Roman Empire.Muhammad XII. (Boabdil) last Nasird ruler of Moorish fortress Alhambra surrenders to the Catholic Monarchs.
Tsar Ivan the Terrible's march to Novgorod begins.
Stock markets on January 2, 2021
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January 2, 2021 US Holidays
Holidays on this day: No major holidays found for this date.
Popular Tweets on Jan 2, 2021
Here are popular and most liked tweets on this day in United States:
Mask up, folks.
— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) January 2, 2021
BREAKING: 10+ Senators are actively discussing plans to join Hawley in objecting to 2020 electoral votes. Many citing McConnell’s rejection of stimulus checks as leadership failure.
— Jack Posobiec 🇺🇸 (@JackPosobiec) January 2, 2021
…And after they see the facts, plenty more to come…Our Country will love them for it! #StopTheSteal https://t.co/0IdbiACLIb
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 2, 2021
January 2, 2021 in Music
The number one song on The Billboard Hot 100 was "All I Want for Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey.
January 2 calendar
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| January 2, 2025 | Thursday |
| January 2, 2026 | Friday |
| January 2, 2027 | Saturday |
| January 2, 2028 | Sunday |
What is Numerology and life path number?
January 2, 2021 life path number is 8. Numerologists believe that we have all had previous lifetimes. Each number from 1-9 holds a vibration and each vibration produces a predictable characteristic or outcome around it. Life Path 8 is thought to place emphasis on career, business, finances, and authority. You are spiritual, but maintain a realism to your spirituality and know the difference between make-believe and genuine realizations. Eights focus on money and can only flourish when supported.
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