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January 17

World Religion Day – This day promotes understanding and harmony among religions, and encourages people to learn about different beliefs and practices.

Kid Inventors’ Day – This day celebrates the creativity and ingenuity of young inventors, and encourages children to explore their innovative ideas.

International Mentoring Day – This day honors the mentors who have made a positive impact on people’s lives, and encourages people to become mentors themselves.

Benjamin Franklin Day – This day celebrates the birth of American statesman, inventor, and writer, Benjamin Franklin, and recognizes his contributions to science, politics, and society.

Ditch New Year’s Resolutions Day – This day humorously acknowledges the fact that many people give up on their New Year’s resolutions by January 17th, and encourages people to start fresh and set new goals.


395 – Roman Emperor Theodosius I dies, leading to the division of the Roman Empire into two parts.

1773 – Captain James Cook becomes the first person to cross the Antarctic Circle.

1929 – Popeye the Sailor Man makes his first appearance in a comic strip.

1961 – U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower delivers his farewell address, warning against the growing power of the military-industrial complex.

1991 – Operation Desert Storm begins as U.S.-led coalition forces launch a ground offensive against Iraq.

1998 – President Bill Clinton denies having sexual relations with former White House intern Monica Lewinsky, setting in motion the scandal that would lead to his impeachment.

2010 – The Haitian earthquake occurs, killing more than 200,000 people and leaving millions homeless.

2012 – The U.S. Department of Justice shuts down file-sharing website Megaupload and charges its founders with online piracy.

2021 – Joe Biden is inaugurated as the 46th president of the United States, with Kamala Harris becoming the first female, Black, and South Asian vice president.

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