International Overdose Awareness Day: This day aims to raise awareness about the issue of drug overdose and its prevention. It also serves as a tribute to those who have lost their lives due to drug overdose.
International Blog Day: This day is celebrated to recognize the importance of blogging in the world of digital media. It is an occasion for bloggers to connect with each other, share their experiences, and discuss the future of blogging.
National Trail Mix Day: Trail mix is a popular snack food that is enjoyed by hikers, campers, and other outdoor enthusiasts. On this day, people celebrate the health benefits and convenience of trail mix.
Love Litigating Lawyers Day: This day is a lighthearted celebration of the legal profession and the role of lawyers in society. It recognizes the hard work and dedication of lawyers who are often the butt of jokes and stereotypes.
National Matchmaker Day: This day celebrates the art of matchmaking and the people who bring others together. It is an occasion to appreciate the work of professional matchmakers as well as the role of friends and family members in introducing people to one another.
1888: Mary Ann Nichols, the first known victim of the infamous serial killer Jack the Ripper, is found dead in London’s Whitechapel district.
1939: World War II officially begins as Germany invades Poland, prompting Britain and France to declare war on Germany.
1962: Trinidad and Tobago gain independence from Great Britain.
1997: Diana, Princess of Wales, dies in a car crash in Paris.
2006: The International Astronomical Union (IAU) redefines the definition of a planet, resulting in the demotion of Pluto from planet status to a “dwarf planet.”
2016: Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos announces a historic peace agreement with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) rebels, ending a 52-year conflict.