World Tourism Day: This day is observed annually to raise awareness about the role of tourism in promoting social, cultural, and economic growth. It was established by the United Nations World Tourism Organization in 1980.
World Maritime Day: This day is celebrated annually to raise awareness about the importance of shipping and maritime industries in global trade and the world economy. It was established by the International Maritime Organization in 1978.
World Deaf Day: This day is observed to promote the rights of deaf people and raise awareness about their contributions and achievements. It was first celebrated in 1958 by the World Federation of the Deaf.
National Voter Registration Day (USA): This day is observed annually in the United States to encourage eligible citizens to register to vote and participate in the democratic process.
National Women’s Health and Fitness Day (USA): This day is observed annually in the United States to raise awareness about the importance of women’s health and fitness. It aims to encourage women of all ages to make positive lifestyle choices and take charge of their health.
1422: King Henry VI becomes King of England at the age of 9 months.
1908: The first Ford Model T automobile is produced.
1937: The first Santa Claus Training School opens in Albion, New York.
1954: The Tonight Show with Steve Allen premieres on NBC.
1962: Rachel Carson’s book Silent Spring is published, raising awareness of the environmental impact of pesticides.
1998: Google search engine is founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin.
2008: The Large Hadron Collider, the world’s largest and most powerful particle accelerator, is inaugurated near Geneva, Switzerland.
2014: The United States and its allies launch air strikes against ISIS targets in Syria.
