January birthdays
Born on January 3rd, this American actor and filmmaker is best known for his action hero roles, particularly his breakout role in the action series Mad Max and in the buddy cop action-comedy film series Lethal Weapon. In 1995 he won a Golden Globe and Academy award for a film he starred in.
Mel Gibson
On January 1st, 1797, this city became the official capital of New York
Albany
This is anything used to make something more attractive or festive, especially in a room or open space. They are critical to set a party's mood and give a specific look to an occasion.
Decoration
This is a public official who presides over legal proceedings in a court of law, making decisions based on facts and evidence.
Judge
This 1975 thriller features a young woman who was killed by an animal in a tourist town of New England. The police chief wants to close the beaches down, but the mayor overruled him, fearing the loss of tourism will decline. Alongside the chief and two individuals, they offer to capture the animal in an epic battle of man versus nature.
Jaws
Born on January 5th, this American film actress began her career on stage and got her first major role in the Broadway rock musical "Hair". She made her film debut in 1972 and was cast in her first major film role in the Oscar-winning movie "the Godfather". Despite her early comedic roles, she embraced more mature roles in the early 90s. She also
Diane Keaton
On January 23rd, 1849, Elizabeth Blackwell was awarded her MD by the Institute of Geneva in New York, thus become America's first woman in this profession. What is that?
This is a special type of party or entertainment where individuals attend in costumes. The meaning behind these types of parties is "to pretend to be someone else or dressing up as someone else".
Masquerade
This is a type of punch used in martial arts meant to be a quick and sharp blow. Generally, it can mean to poke someone quickly and roughly.
Jab
This 1995 family adventure movie features two siblings exploring an old mansion, when they happen to find magical board game. When they start playing, they unleash a character, who's been stuck in the game's inner world for decades. If they win the game, they can free him for good but need to go through numerous giant animals to do so.
Jumanji
Born on January 13th, this American actor is best known for a role on an ABC drama series that debuted in 2005. He started his film career in the late 80s, with films such as "Can't buy me love and Loverboy". Outside of Hollywood, he enjoys auto racing in his spare time.
Patrick Dempsey
On January 28th, 1807, gas lights were introduced and first used in this popular European city. They are typically seen in historic parts on streets meant to luminate the surroundings areas.
London
This is the ability of an individual group or organization meant to influence or guide others towards a common goal. An individual who has this has a set or mindsets or behaviors that align people in a collective direction, enable them to work together.
Leadership
In popular superstition and folklore, this is a type of curse or bad luck or a person who brings bad luck. This is typically said when two people inadvertently say the same thing at once.
Jinx
This film action series starting in 2014, features a legendary assassin who retired from that life after getting married. After her sudden death, a mobster steals his car and kills the puppy that was the last gift from his wife. From then, he goes on a killing spree to seek vengeance despite a huge bounty on his head.
John Wick
Born on January 12th, this American media personality is known for his radio show, mostly because they are usually controversial. His outrageous humor was often criticized as racist or misogynistic, resulting in over 2 million fines against his program. He eventually signed with Sirius Satellite Radio, which allowed open language and content. For a short stint 2012-2015, he was a judge on America's got Talent too.
Howard Stern
On January 15th, 2001, two individuals created a free, online information source that's written and edited by a community of users. Anyone with internet access can contribute to this website as it's a place where people can learn about a wide range of topics.
Wikipedia
This is a large area of land or estate where crops are grown and cultivated, that may eventually be sold to the public. Trees can be grown here too for commercial purposes.
Plantation
This medical condition causes a discoloration of the skin and eyes due to an excess of bilirubin in the blood. This may occur if the liver can't efficiently process red blood cells as they break down. It can be normal for healthy newborns but for other ages can signal infection.
Jaundice
This 1996 Rom-com features a sports agent, who after certain circumstances gets him fired, starts his own management firm. Upon the start, he brings own a single mother on his venture. Despite holding on to one client, he begins to fall in love with his employee as they struggle to make the business work.
Jerry Maguire
Born on January 9th, this American character actor has a career that spans over five decades of screen and stage. With small appearance in films in the 90s, he made his way onto more recognize TV shows such as OZ on HBO and a role on Law on order as a white supremacist. He landed a reoccurring role in Spiderman but finally made a midstream star role with his performance in Whiplash, where he got best supporting actor at the Golden Globes and Oscars.
JK Simmons
On January 27th, 1973, the US involvement in this country ended after signing a treaty agreement in Paris. The US agreed to remove all remaining troops within 60 days thus ending the longest war in American history. Who was the US in war with?
Vietnam
This is a type of house built from specific rock, usually red or brown in color. They are well-known architectural buildings that are featured in American cities, especially NYC. The industrial Revolution made these more affordable, which helped it become popular with the middle class.
Brownstone
This is a particular point in events or time, or a place where things are joined. Originally used in the physical sense, it's referred to an often-urgent decision-making crossroads. It can also mean a sound quality signaling a pause or pauses.
Juncture
This 2008 family movie features three individuals who get trapped in a cavern during an expedition to Iceland. As they follow their only escape route deeper below the Earth's surface, they pass through strange places and encounter incredible creatures. They realize they must find their way out soon when they hear the volcanic activity increasing around them.
Journey to the center of the Earth