International Equal Pay Day: This day is observed to raise awareness about the gender pay gap and promote equal pay for equal work.
World Water Monitoring Day: This day is observed to encourage people to monitor their local water sources and promote the conservation of water resources.
International Patient Safety Day: This day is observed to raise awareness about the importance of patient safety and to encourage people to take steps to improve the quality of care in healthcare settings.
International Read an Ebook Day: This day is observed to promote the reading of electronic books and to encourage people to discover new authors and genres.
World Bamboo Day: This day is observed to raise awareness about the importance of bamboo as a sustainable resource and to promote its use in various industries.
International Cheeseburger Day: This day is observed to celebrate the classic American dish of a cheeseburger, which typically consists of a beef patty topped with cheese and various condiments.
National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day: This day is observed to raise awareness about the unique health challenges faced by older adults living with HIV/AIDS.
1837: Tiffany & Co. was founded in New York City by Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young.
1851: The first edition of The New York Times was published.
1927: The Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS) was formed in the United States.
1947: The United States Air Force became an independent branch of the military.
1970: Jimi Hendrix died in London at the age of 27.
1990: East and West Germany signed a treaty that paved the way for the reunification of Germany.
2014: Scotland held a referendum on independence from the United Kingdom, with 55% voting to remain part of the UK.
