Today, February 17, is the 48th day of the year on the Gregorian Calendar, with 316 days remaining (317 in leap year). The Zodiac sign for individuals born on this day is Aquarius.
Today in History
The 1900s
- 1996: Garry Kasparov defeats the IBM computer "Deep Blue" in a tense man vs machine tournament.
- 1992: In Milwaukee notorious serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer is sentenced to life in prison.
- 1979: China invades Vietnam marking the beginning of the Sino-Vietnamese War
- 1933: Newsweek is first published in the United States
The 1800s
- 1801: The House of Representatives broke an electoral tie between Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr, choosing Jefferson to be president.
Holidays and Observances
Famous Birthdays
- 1981: Paris Hilton - Heiress
- 1981: Joseph Gordon-Levitt - 3rd Rock from the Sun
- 1972: Billie Joe Armstrong - Green Day
- 1971: Denise Richards - Starship Troopers
- 1963: Michael Jordan - Chicago Bulls Alumni
Famous Deaths
- 1919: Wilfred Laurier - 7th Canadian PM
- 1909: Geronimo - Apache Leader
Music Chart Toppers
Top Box Office Movies
My unemployment benefits end February 17 - will it be extended?(0 Answers)
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When is Valentine's Day?(5 Answers)
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Traditionally, February 14th of each year.
Where should I go for vacation in February from NYC? Thinking warm and cheap.(2 Answers)
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Philippines... Warm place with lots of nice beaches, nice people, affordable rates and good food...
