International Human Solidarity Day – This day is observed to raise awareness about the importance of solidarity in eradicating poverty and promoting sustainable development. It was first celebrated by the United Nations General Assembly in 2005.
Roots Day – This day is dedicated to exploring and celebrating one’s family history and heritage. It encourages people to discover their roots and learn more about their ancestors.
Festivus – This is a humorous holiday that was popularized by the American sitcom Seinfeld. It is observed as an alternative to Christmas and involves activities like airing of grievances, feats of strength, and the displaying of an unadorned aluminum pole.
National Pfeffernusse Day – This day is celebrated in the United States to honor the traditional German cookie known as Pfeffernusse. It is a spicy cookie that is typically enjoyed during the holiday season.
Emperor’s Birthday – This day is observed in Japan to celebrate the birthday of the current emperor. It is a national holiday and is marked by a public address by the emperor and the waving of the Japanese flag.
1823: A Visit from St. Nicholas (also known as The Night Before Christmas) is published anonymously in the Troy Sentinel newspaper in New York.
1913: The Federal Reserve Act is signed into law by U.S. President Woodrow Wilson, establishing the Federal Reserve System.
1947: The transistor is first demonstrated by John Bardeen and Walter Houser Brattain at Bell Labs.
1972: The last manned mission to the Moon, Apollo 17, is launched from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
1986: Voyager, the longest-running science fiction television series, airs its final episode on television.
1995: The city of Bethlehem, revered as the birthplace of Jesus, is returned to Palestinian control by Israel after being occupied since the 1967 Six-Day War.
2011: North Korean leader Kim Jong-il dies of a heart attack, and his son, Kim Jong-un, is announced as his successor.
