International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression: This day was established by the United Nations in 1982 to raise awareness about the plight of innocent children who are the victims of physical, mental and emotional abuse caused by war and conflict.
National Cheese Day: A day to celebrate and enjoy all types of cheese around the world. Cheese is an ancient food that has been enjoyed for thousands of years.
Hug Your Cat Day: A day to show love and affection to our furry feline friends. Hugging your cat can help reduce stress, increase happiness, and strengthen the bond between pet and owner.
National Donut Day: Celebrated annually on the first Friday in June, this day honors the delicious fried dough treats that come in various shapes, sizes, and flavors. It was originally created by The Salvation Army in 1938 to honor the “donut lassies” who served donuts to soldiers during World War I.
Clean Air Day: A day to promote awareness and action to reduce air pollution and improve air quality around the world. This day is celebrated in many countries, and aims to raise awareness about the impact of air pollution on our health and the environment, and encourage individuals and communities to take action to reduce air pollution.
1783: The Montgolfier brothers, Joseph and Jacques, made the first public demonstration of their hot air balloon in France.
1913: Suffragette Emily Davison was trampled by King George V’s horse at the Epsom Derby in England. She died four days later, becoming a martyr for the women’s suffrage movement.
1942: The Battle of Midway began during World War II, in which the United States defeated Japan and turned the tide of the war in the Pacific.
1989: Chinese troops opened fire on pro-democracy demonstrators in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square, killing hundreds or possibly thousands of people.
2010: The oil rig Deepwater Horizon exploded in the Gulf of Mexico, causing one of the worst oil spills in history.
2019: British Prime Minister Theresa May announced her resignation, after failing to secure a Brexit deal.
