Historical Events
- ICC Men's Cricket KnockOut Trophy, Gymkhana Club, Nairobi: New Zealand win their first international title with a 4 wicket win over India; Man of the Match: Chris Cairns, NZ 102no (113)
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Larry David's comedy show "Curb Your Enthusiasm" debuts on HBO
Event of Interest
Museo de Antioquia re-opens in Medellín, Columbia, featuring works and sculptures donated by Medellín-born artist Fernando Botero
Famous Deaths
- Konrad Emil Bloch, German-American biochemist, (1964 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for work on cholesterol), dies at 88
Died in 2000 2000 Highlights
About October 15, 2000
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 23 years, 8 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Come On Over Baby (All I Want Is You) - Christina Aguilera
#1 Song: Beautiful Day - U2