January2000 was the first month of that century leap year. The month, which began on a Saturday, ended on a Monday after 31 days. It was the first month of the 2000s decade, the first month of the last year of the 20th century and the first month of the last year of the 2nd millennium.
Despite the fact that the 2nd millennium will not end until December 31, 2000, premature millennium celebrations take place all over the world. Y2K passes without the serious, widespread computer failures and malfunctions that had been predicted.
Three students died and 54 were injured in a dormitory fire at Seton Hall University. Two students were charged with murder and arson for allegedly setting the fire.
Current events of January 30, 2000 (2000-01-30) (Sunday)