New Year’s Eve: December 31st is celebrated worldwide as New Year’s Eve, a time for reflection on the past year and celebration of the upcoming one. It is often marked with parties, fireworks, and other festivities.
World No Tobacco Day: This day is observed to raise awareness about the dangers of tobacco use and encourage people to quit smoking. It was created by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1987.
Make Up Your Mind Day: This day encourages people to make decisions and stick to them. It’s a day to reflect on the choices you’ve made in the past year and decide what changes you want to make in the upcoming one.
Universal Hour of Peace: This annual event, started in 1995, is observed on New Year’s Eve at midnight. People all over the world are invited to observe a moment of silence and peace, with the goal of promoting global unity and understanding.
National Champagne Day: This day celebrates the popular sparkling wine that is often associated with celebrations and special occasions. It’s a time to enjoy a glass of champagne with friends and family while ringing in the new year.
World Healing Day: This day is observed by many spiritual communities as a time to focus on healing and positive energy. It’s often marked with meditation, prayer, and other spiritual practices.
No Interruptions Day: This day encourages people to take a break from the distractions of technology and other interruptions. It’s a time to focus on tasks and enjoy uninterrupted time with friends and loved ones.
1600: The British East India Company is chartered.
1775: During the American Revolution, the British Army is defeated at the Battle of Quebec.
1857: Queen Victoria chooses Ottawa as the capital of Canada.
1904: The first New Year’s Eve celebration is held in Times Square, New York City.
1946: President Harry S. Truman officially proclaims the end of World War II.
1960: The farthing, a British coin worth a quarter of a penny, ceases to be legal tender.
1978: Taiwanese president Chiang Ching-kuo lifts martial law after 38 years.
1983: The ARPANET officially switches to using the Internet Protocol, creating the modern Internet.
1991: The Soviet Union is officially dissolved, ending the Cold War.
1999: The United States returns the Panama Canal to Panama after controlling it for almost a century.
