Friday, January 3, 2020, was 4 years ago. It was the 3rd day and 1st month of the year in the Georgian calendar. It’s the 34th day of Winter and there are 58 days left until Spring. January 3, 2020 zodiac sign is Capricorn. On this day, Donald J. Trump (Republican) was the president of the United States and the world population was approximately 7.79 billion, according to census.gov.
Below is everything you need to know about January 3, 2020, including popular events in history, top news headlines, US stock market results, social trends, and what was popular in entertainment. We’ll also look at January 3 zodiac details, day facts, and more ⤵
| Day index | 3rd day of the year |
| Day of week | 1st Friday of 2020 |
| Week index | 1st week of 2020 |
| Season | 34th day of Winter |
| Generation | Generation Alpha |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn ♑ |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| 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 3, 2020, in Roman numerals: IIIIMMXX (month-day, year)
January 3rd zodiac sign
The zodiac sign for January 3 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 3, 2020
Here is what happened on this day.
- BREAKING: U.S. Kills Two Top Iranian Military Leaders, Bigger Than Bin Laden, Al-Baghdadi, Reports Say
- Trump orders attack that kills Iranian Gen. Qassim Soleimani, other military officials in Baghdad, Pentagon says
- Iran’s top general Soleimani killed in US airstrike – live updates – CNN
- Cowboys decide to ‘move on’ from coach Jason Garrett after 13 seasons with franchise, per report
- Top Iranian General Qassim Suleimani Is Killed on Trump’s Orders, Officials Say
Popular topics that trended on the web and social media on January 3rd:
Iran Qassem Soleimani Australia fires Coachella 2020 lineup Linda Ronstadt The Grudge
January 3rd events in history
Below are some important historical events that happened on January 3.
Leonardo da Vinci unsuccessfully tests a flying machine.Martin Luther excommunicated by Pope Leo X from the Roman Catholic Church.
General George Washington's revolutionary army defeats British forces at Battle of Princeton, New Jersey.
Stock markets on January 3, 2020
the US stock market closed higher for the day, with Dow ending the day 82 points, or 0.29% higher at 28634.88. Nasdaq Composite finished up 0.49%. The S&P 500 ended up 0.26%.Did you know: At the age of 56, Jeff Bezos was the richest person in the world in 2020 with $113 billion fortune, followed by Bill Gates with $98 billion, according to Forbes.
January 3, 2020 US Holidays
Holidays on this day: No major holidays found for this date.
Popular Tweets on Jan 3, 2020
Here are popular and most liked tweets on this day in United States:
Everyone on twitter laughing at the world war 3 memes like pic.twitter.com/h02iSe3ijV
— Alfredo (@BrutalXL) January 3, 2020
Me defusing the bomb in WW3 https://t.co/KKeNoyqaud
— tomathy ツ (@SuspendedTommy) January 3, 2020
Me riding a tank in WW3
pic.twitter.com/1xK5B4pzZ9— 𝐍𝐢𝐤 (@WrongN1K) January 3, 2020
January 3, 2020 in Music
The number one song on The Billboard Hot 100 was "All I Want for Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey.
January 3 calendar
| January 3, 2024 | Wednesday |
| January 3, 2025 | Friday |
| January 3, 2026 | Saturday |
| January 3, 2027 | Sunday |
| January 3, 2028 | Monday |
What is Numerology and life path number?
January 3, 2020 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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