World Intellectual Property Day – This day is celebrated to raise awareness about the role of intellectual property rights in encouraging innovation and creativity across the globe. It was established by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in 2000.
International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day – This day commemorates the catastrophic nuclear accident that occurred in 1986 at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine. It is observed to remember the victims and to promote nuclear safety and disaster risk reduction.
National Pretzel Day – This day celebrates the delicious baked snack that is loved by people around the world. Pretzels are believed to have originated in Europe in the 6th century and are now enjoyed in various forms and flavors.
Hug An Australian Day – This fun and lighthearted day encourages people to give a virtual or in-person hug to an Australian friend or acquaintance. It was created by an Australian living abroad who wanted to spread some joy and love to her fellow Australians.
International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace – This day is observed to promote the principles of multilateralism and diplomacy in resolving conflicts and maintaining peace among nations. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2019.
1607: English colonists establish the first permanent English settlement in the New World, Jamestown, Virginia.
1937: Guernica, a small town in Spain, is bombed by German and Italian warplanes during the Spanish Civil War, killing hundreds of civilians and inspiring the famous anti-war painting by Pablo Picasso.
1986: A catastrophic accident at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine results in a massive release of radioactive material into the atmosphere, causing widespread health and environmental impacts.
2005: The world’s first YouTube video, entitled “Me at the zoo,” is uploaded by co-founder Jawed Karim, launching the video-sharing platform that would revolutionize online content creation and consumption.
2018: North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and South Korean President Moon Jae-in meet in the demilitarized zone between the two countries, marking the first summit between the leaders of North and South Korea in over a decade.
