Friday, January 8, 2021, was 3 years ago. It was the 8th day and 1st month of the year in the Georgian calendar. It’s the 39th day of Winter and there are 52 days left until Spring. January 8, 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 8, 2021, 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 8 zodiac details, day facts, and more ⤵
| Day index | 8th day of the year |
| Day of week | 2nd Friday of 2021 |
| Week index | 2nd week of 2021 |
| Season | 39th day of Winter |
| Generation | Generation Alpha |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn ♑ |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Ruling Planet | Saturn |
| Numerology | 5 |
| January Birthstone | Garnet |
| January Birth flower | Carnation |
We are using US standard week number calculations.
Fun fact: Here is how to write January 8, 2021, in Roman numerals: IVIIIMMXXI (month-day, year)
January 8th zodiac sign
The zodiac sign for January 8 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 8, 2021
Here is what happened on this day.
- Betsy DeVos Resigns From Trump Cabinet After Washington, DC Capitol Riot
- Man pictured with foot on desk in Pelosi’s office is arrested
- President Trump Won’t Attend Joe Biden’s Inauguration
- Betsy DeVos: Trump’s Education Secretary submits resignation
- People at the US Capitol riot are being identified and losing their jobs
Popular topics that trended on the web and social media on January 8th:
Tommy Lasorda Betsy DeVos Jazmine Morgan Wallen #PeaceAndPets #ImpeachTrumpNow
January 8th events in history
Below are some important historical events that happened on January 8.
Oldest surviving commercial newspaper begins (Haarlem, Netherlands).1st US President George Washington delivers 1st state of the union address.
US national debt is $0 for the first and only time in history.
Stock markets on January 8, 2021
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January 8, 2021 US Holidays
Holidays on this day: No major holidays found for this date.
Popular Tweets on Jan 8, 2021
Here are popular and most liked tweets on this day in United States:
https://twitter.com/BenCostiloe/status/1347657291819061250%20since%3A2021-01-07%20until%3A2021-01-09
https://twitter.com/BarackObama/status/1346983894298595330%20since%3A2021-01-07%20until%3A2021-01-09
https://twitter.com/TwitterSafety/status/1347684877634838528%20since%3A2021-01-07%20until%3A2021-01-09
January 8, 2021 in Music
The number one song on The Billboard Hot 100 was "All I Want for Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey.
January 8 calendar
| January 8, 2024 | Monday |
| January 8, 2025 | Wednesday |
| January 8, 2026 | Thursday |
| January 8, 2027 | Friday |
| January 8, 2028 | Saturday |
What is Numerology and life path number?
January 8, 2021 life path number is 5. 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 5 is thought to be a whirlwind of energy, constantly in need of change and stimulation. You are loyal, you can also be selfish, thoughtless and irresponsible. Your family and friends may view you as independent and unpredictable. You're always up for an adventure and aren't averse to taking risks.
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