World Heart Day: Observed annually on September 29th, World Heart Day aims to raise awareness about cardiovascular diseases and promote heart-healthy habits.
International Coffee Day: Celebrated on September 29th, this day is dedicated to promoting and celebrating the love of coffee, as well as recognizing the efforts of coffee farmers and workers.
International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste: This day, recognized annually on September 29th, aims to raise awareness about the global issue of food loss and waste, and promote solutions to reduce it.
National Family Health and Fitness Day USA: Observed on the last Saturday of September, this day promotes physical activity and healthy living for families in the United States.
World Maritime Day: Recognized annually on the last Thursday of September, World Maritime Day celebrates the maritime industry and its contributions to global trade and the economy.
522 BC: Darius I of Persia kills the Magian usurper Gaumata, securing his hold as Persian emperor.
1578: The Battle of Alcácer Quibir takes place in Morocco, resulting in a decisive victory for the Moroccan army over the Portuguese and their allies.
1789: The U.S. War Department is established, becoming the oldest continuously operating government agency in the United States.
1864: The Battle of Chaffin’s Farm takes place during the American Civil War, resulting in a Union victory that helps to secure control of Richmond, Virginia.
1907: The cornerstone is laid for the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C.
1954: The convention establishing the Southeast Asia Treaty Organization (SEATO) is signed in Manila, Philippines.
1982: The first edition of USA Today, a national daily newspaper, is published.
2008: The Dow Jones Industrial Average falls by 777.68 points, the largest single-day point loss in history, following the failure of the U.S. House of Representatives to pass a proposed economic bailout package.
