International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People: This day is observed by the United Nations General Assembly to mark the adoption of Resolution 181 in 1947, which called for the partition of Palestine into two states, one Jewish and one Arab. It is a day to show solidarity with the Palestinian people and their struggle for self-determination.
Evolution Day: This day is observed to commemorate the anniversary of the publication of Charles Darwin’s “On the Origin of Species” in 1859. It is a day to celebrate the theory of evolution and its impact on science and society.
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women: This day is observed by the United Nations to raise awareness about the prevalence of violence against women and girls around the world. It is also a day to advocate for policies and programs that help prevent and respond to gender-based violence.
National Espresso Day: This day is celebrated in the United States to honor the Italian coffee culture and the popular espresso drink. It is a day to appreciate the rich taste and aroma of a perfectly brewed espresso.
Celebrate Your Unique Talent Day: This day is all about embracing your individuality and celebrating your unique talents and abilities. It is a day to recognize and appreciate the qualities that make you special and to inspire others to do the same.
380: Emperor Theodosius I proclaims the Edict of Thessalonica, making Christianity the official religion of the Roman Empire.
1859: Charles Darwin’s “On the Origin of Species” is published, introducing the theory of evolution by natural selection.
1963: Lee Harvey Oswald, the suspected assassin of President John F. Kennedy, is himself assassinated by Jack Ruby while in police custody.
1971: A man calling himself Dan Cooper (aka D.B. Cooper) hijacks a Northwest Orient Airlines plane, extorts $200,000 in ransom, and parachutes out of the plane, never to be seen again.
1991: Freddie Mercury, lead singer of the rock band Queen, dies of complications from AIDS at the age of 45.
2015: A Russian fighter jet is shot down by Turkey near the Syrian-Turkish border, leading to increased tensions between the two countries.
