International Geeta Jayanti: This day is celebrated by Hindus worldwide to mark the birth anniversary of the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred Hindu scripture that is considered a “manual for life”.
World Honey Bee Day: This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of honey bees and other pollinators, and their contribution to agriculture and the environment.
National Nonprofit Day: This day is celebrated to recognize the efforts and contributions of non-profit organizations and their impact on communities around the world.
Indonesian Independence Day: This day marks Indonesia’s independence from Dutch colonial rule in 1945.
Black Cat Appreciation Day: This day is dedicated to celebrating black cats and raising awareness about the stereotypes and discrimination they face, particularly when it comes to adoption.
National Thrift Shop Day: This day is observed to celebrate thrift shops and promote their role in promoting sustainable living and reducing waste.
International Homeless Animals’ Day: This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the plight of homeless animals and promoting animal adoption and care.
1786: Davy Crockett, American frontiersman and politician, was born in Tennessee.
1863: The first ascent of Matterhorn, one of the highest peaks in the Alps, was made by Edward Whymper and his team.
1896: Gold was discovered in Bonanza Creek, a tributary of the Klondike River in Canada, sparking the Klondike Gold Rush.
1945: Indonesian independence was proclaimed by Sukarno and Hatta, marking the end of Dutch colonial rule.
1960: The Beatles gave their first public performance in Hamburg, Germany.
1982: The first compact disc, or CD, was produced by Philips and Sony in Germany.
1998: President Bill Clinton testified before a grand jury regarding the Monica Lewinsky scandal, becoming the first sitting U.S. president to testify as a criminal defendant.
