July 25

A quick look at Today in History, check out some Celebrity Birthdays, and find out what Days of the Year to celebrate.

TODAY IN HISTORY:

1850 – Gold was discovered in the Rogue River in Oregon.

1866 – Ulysses S. Grant was named General of the Army. He was the first American officer to hold the rank.

1871 – Seth Wheeler patented perforated wrapping paper. (I’ve never heard of “perforated wrapping paper”!)

1946 – Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis worked as a team for the first time at Club 500 in Atlantic City, NJ.

1956 – The Italian liner Andrea Doria sank after a collision with the Swedish ship Stockholm, 45 miles south of Nantucket Island, killing 51.

1956 – The first guided missile was launched.

1969 – Ted Kennedy pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of an accident in Chappaquiddick, MA.

1976 – Viking 1 took the famous Face on Mars photograph.

1978 – Louise Joy Brown, the world’s first test-tube baby, was born in England. She had been conceived through invitro fertilization.

1978 – Pete Rose, of the Cincinnati Reds, had a hit in his 38th straight game to break the National League record for consecutive base hits.

1979 – In Miami, FL, a jury convicted Ted Bundy of first-degree murder in the slayings of Florida State University sorority sisters Margaret Bowman and Lisa Levy.

1980 – The band AC/DC released their 7th studio album, “Back in Black”, which became the 2nd best selling album of all time.

1984 – Terry Bradshaw retired after 14 years and four Super Bowl championships with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

1985 – It was confirmed that Rock Hudson had AIDS.

1990 – Rosanne Barr sang the National Anthem in San Diego before a Padres baseball game. She was booed for her performance.

1999 – Lance Armstrong won the Tour de France. He was only the second American to win the race.

1999 – In Bath, England, fragments of a man’s false teeth were found in his windpipe eight years after he thought he lost them in a traffic accident. Mike Russell suffered severe breathing difficulties until doctors finally found four front teeth, still attached to a dental plate, wedged above the entrance to his right lung. They were removed in ten minutes and his breathing improved immediately.

2010 – An estimated 1.1 million gallons of raw tar sands crude oil burst from an Enbridge pipeline. The oil spilled into a creek that fed the Kalamazoo River. It was the worst environmental disaster in Michigan to date. The flow of the oil was contained before it reached Lake Michigan.

2010 – WikiLeaks published more than 90,000 internal reports about the War in Afghanistan to the public. It was one of the largest leaks in U.S. military history.

2013 – Scientists in Britain identified the mechanism that causes human allergy to cats. They said a general cure for the condition could be available in the next five years. (I’m still waiting!)

BIRTHDAYS:

Jim McCarty – 82 years old (1943) – Drummer (Yardbirds)

Verdine White – 74 years old (1951) – Bassist (Earth, Wind & Fire)

Roger Clinton – 69 years old (1956) – Actor, musician, President Clinton’s half-brother

Iman – 70 years old (1955) – Model, actress (“Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country”)

Matt LeBlanc – 58 years old (1967) – Actor (TV’s “Joey”, “Friends”, movies “Lost in Space”, “Charlie’s Angels”)

TODAY IS:

• National Hot Fudge Sundae Day: Fudge and ice cream, one of the greatest combos in the world: head to an ice cream parlor, or make your own tasty, creamy, sweet hot fudge sundae at home.
• National Wine and Cheese Day: Pairing aged vino with savory nibbles creates an exquisite duet of flavors that tantalizes the palate and ignites conversations.
• National Hire a Veteran Day: Providing meaningful employment offers gratitude, dignity, and a fresh start for those who have served their country.
• National System Administrator Appreciation Day: System administrators sit behind the scenes and keep our technology running, so thank them for the work they do to make our modern lives as easy as possible.
• Carousel Day: Find a local fair or amusement park, or a designated carousel and have some old-fashioned fun. Or, stay home and watch the hit musical, “Carousel”.
• International Red Shoe Day: International Red Shoe Day is a vibrant and meaningful event that highlights the struggles faced by those with invisible illnesses. This day encourages kindness and empathy, aiming to create a world where invisible illnesses are better understood and acknowledged. Participants wear red shoes to bring attention to diseases like Lyme disease...
• St. James TG: St. James TG is a vibrant celebration honoring Saint James the Great, one of Jesus’ twelve apostles and the patron saint of Spain. This day brings together many people to remember his dedication and significant role in spreading Christianity. The main reasons for celebrating St. James TG include honoring his...
• National Talk in an Elevator Day: Break the taboo and make new friends by striking up a conversation in an elevator, rather than sitting around in awkward silence until one of you gets off.
• Ask an Archaeologist Day: Ask an Archaeologist Day gives everyone a chance to talk directly with the people who dig into the past for a living. Archaeologists go online and answer all sorts of questions—from curious kids to adults who’ve always wondered what goes on at a dig. The conversations feel relaxed, sometimes funny, and...
• International Day of Women and Girls of African Descent: The International Day of Women and Girls of African Descent lifts up those whose stories often go unheard. It celebrates strength that grows in the face of unfairness. These women and girls carry deep histories, bold dreams, and the will to keep moving. Some lead in science. Others create art, care...
• International Day on Judicial Well-being: Judicial professionals work long hours, face intense pressure, and often deal with emotionally heavy cases. The International Day on Judicial Well-being brings attention to the mental and emotional health of judges. Judges and court staff carry a weight that can affect their sleep, relationships, and clarity. When stress builds up...
• Health and Happiness with Hypnosis Day: Health and Happiness with Hypnosis Day invites people to look at hypnosis in a fresh, friendly way. Far from a stage trick, hypnosis gently guides the mind into a calm, focused state. It helps quiet racing thoughts and supports healthy changes—whether that's easing stress, breaking habits, or sleeping more soundly. The...
• World Drowning Prevention Day: According to statistics from the World Health Organization (WHO), each year almost 1/4 million people lose their lives in a drowning accident, with a large portion of these being children ages 1 to 14. Drowning is caused by a very quick, surprising incident that often happens in just a few...
• National Get Gnarly Day: National Get Gnarly Day is all about jumping headfirst into something bold, wild, or completely out of the ordinary. It’s that little push to stop holding back and start living with a bit more edge. Think of it as a chance to shake off the usual and try something that...
• National Thread the Needle Day: Look at your life and see if there are any areas where you feel stuck between two paths. Maybe there’s a way to “thread the needle” and have it both ways.
• Culinarians Day: Culinarians Day celebrates every person who crafts good food. It shines on chefs, bakers, caterers, and home cooks alike. It honors how these people mix art with science in the kitchen. It spotlights their care for taste, texture, and presentation. It brings a burst of gratitude for meals that delight...
• National Zoo Keeper Week: Dedicated professionals caring for exotic animals, ensuring their well-being, educating the public, and contributing to conservation efforts.
• Galway International Arts Festival: The Galway International Arts Festival is a vibrant celebration of creativity that takes over the city of Galway each year. This event brings together artists, performers, and visitors from around the globe for two weeks of music, theatre, dance, visual arts, and more. The festival transforms Galway into a hub of...
• Darwin Show Day: Darwin Show Day is an annual event celebrating agriculture, local talent, and community spirit in the Northern Territory. It features exhibitions, competitions, and entertainment, drawing visitors from all over to the Darwin Showgrounds​. The day is packed with fun activities, exhibitions, and competitions. Visitors enjoy a range of attractions, including...
• Love Parks Week : Enjoy fresh air, beautiful scenery, and leisure activities that rejuvenate the mind and body in nature's embrace.
• National Moth Week: Sign up for an event or citizen project during Moth Week to get involved, take and post photos, and get a good look at the interesting varieties of moths out there.
• National Parenting Gifted Children Week: The unique joys and challenges of nurturing exceptional talents, fostering creativity, and supporting their emotional growth.

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