Data Privacy Day – This day aims to raise awareness about the importance of protecting personal information and promoting privacy rights.
International Red Hand Day – This day highlights the plight of child soldiers and promotes efforts to end their use in armed conflicts around the world.
National Have Fun at Work Day (USA) – This day encourages people to enjoy their jobs and find ways to make work more fun and enjoyable.
European Data Protection Day – This day promotes awareness of data protection rights and privacy laws in the European Union.
Fun at Work Day (International) – This day encourages employers and employees to have fun and enjoy their work, and to recognize the importance of a positive work environment for productivity and well-being.
1547 – Henry VIII of England dies and is succeeded by his son, Edward VI.
1813 – Jane Austen’s novel “Pride and Prejudice” is published for the first time.
1871 – France surrenders in the Franco-Prussian War, leading to the unification of Germany.
1915 – The United States Coast Guard is created by an act of Congress.
1986 – The space shuttle Challenger explodes 73 seconds after liftoff, killing all seven crew members, including teacher Christa McAuliffe.
2006 – Western Union discontinues its telegram service, ending 155 years of continuous operation.
2011 – Popular uprisings in Egypt force President Hosni Mubarak to resign after 30 years in power.
2016 – A magnitude 7.2 earthquake strikes near Christchurch, New Zealand, causing significant damage but no fatalities.
2021 – GameStop stock prices surge after a coordinated effort by small investors to drive up the price, resulting in major losses for hedge funds that had shorted the stock
