November 23

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:

1835 – Henry Burden patented his horseshoe manufacturing machine.

1887 – Notre Dame lost its first ever football game to the University of Michigan 8-0.

1889 – The world’s first jukebox was installed in the Palais Royale Saloon in San Francisco, CA.

1893 – The Detroit Baseball Company, a National League team from 1881-1888 joined the Western League (now the American League).

1924 – Edwin Hubble’s discovery that the Andromeda “nebula” was actually another island galaxy far outside of our own Milky Way galaxy was first published in the New York Times.

1936 – “Life” magazine was reborn as a photo magazine and enjoyed instant success.

1945 – The U.S. wartime rationing of most foods ended.

1948 – Dr. Frank G. Back patented the “Zoomar” lens.

1946 – The Mound Metalcraft company changed its name to Tonka Toys Incorporated.

1953 – Pilot Felix Moncla and Lieutenant Robert Wilson disappeared while in pursuit of a mysterious craft over Lake Superior.

1958 – Husband and wife actors Ronald and Nancy Reagan appeared in the GE Theater television production “A Turkey for the President” on CBS.

1963 – The BBC broadcast the first episode of “An Unearthly Child”, the first story from the first series of “Doctor Who”, which is now the longest running science fiction drama.

1964 – In Fort Lauderdale, FL, the International Swimming Hall of Fame was founded.

1976 – Police arrested Jerry Lee Lewis outside the gates of Graceland, in Memphis, TN, after he showed up for the second time that night and made a scene by shouting, waving a pistol and demanding to see Elvis Presley.

1988 – The remake of “A Christmas Story” called “Scrooged”, starring Bill Murray, premiered in theaters.

1991 – The Sacramento Kings ended the NBA’s longest road losing streak at 43 games.

1992 – The first smartphone, the IBM Simon, was introduced at COMDEX in Las Vegas, NV.

1994 – The movie “Junior”, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, premiered in theaters.

1995 – Charles Rathbun, free-lance photographer, was booked in Hermosa Beach, CA, for investigation of murder in the disappearance of model Linda Sobek. He was later convicted.

1996 – Digital pets arrived when the Tomagotchi became available in stores.

1998 – Dennis Rodman filed for an annulment from Carmen Electra after just 9 days of marriage. The two were married on November 14, 1998.

1998 – The tobacco industry signed the biggest U.S. civil settlement. It was a $206 billion deal to resolve remaining state claims for treating sick smokers.

1998 – A U.S. federal judge rejected a Virginia county’s effort to block pornography on library computer calling the attempt unconstitutional.

2004 – The “World of Warcraft” video game debuted.

2015 – Blue Origin’s New Shepard space vehicle became the first rocket to successfully fly to space and then return to Earth for a controlled, vertical landing.

2016 – Disney’s animated film, “Moana”, premiered in theaters.

2019 – The last Sumatran rhinoceros in Malaysia, Imam, died, officially making the species extinct.

BIRTHDAYS:

Gloria Whelan – 102 years old (1923) – Author and poet

Jack McKeon – 95 years old (1930) – Baseball player and manager

Joe Eszterhas – 81 years old (1944) – Hungarian-American screenwriter and producer

James Toback – 81 years old (1944) – Actor, director, and screenwriter

Jim Doyle – 80 years old (1945) – Lawyer and politician, 44th Governor of Wisconsin

Bobby Rush – 79 years old (1946) – Activist and politician

Bruce Vilanch – 77 years old (1948) – Actor and screenwriter

Alan Paul – 76 years old (1949) – Singer-songwriter and actor

Carlos Eire – 75 years old (1950) – Cuban-born American author and academic

Charles Schumer – 75 years old (1950) – Lawyer and politician

Rick Bayless – 72 years old (1953) – Chef and author

Glenn Brummer – 71 years old (1954) – Baseball player

Bruce Hornsby – 71 years old (1954) – Singer-songwriter and pianist

Steven Brust – 70 years old (1955) – Singer-songwriter, drummer, and author

Mary Landrieu – 70 years old (1955) – Politician

Andrew Toney – 68 years old (1957) – Basketball player

Maxwell Caulfield – 66 years old (1959) – English-American actor

Robin Roberts – 65 years old (1960) – Sportscaster and journalist

Keith Ablow – 64 years old (1961) – Psychiatrist and author

Gwynne Shotwell – 62 years old (1963) – Businesswoman, President and Chief Operating Officer of SpaceX

Steve Alford – 61 years old (1964) – Basketball player and coach

Jennifer Michael Hecht – 60 years old (1965) – Historian, author, and poet

Jerry Kelly – 59 years old (1966) – Golfer

Salli Richardson – 58 years old (1967) – Actress, director, and producer

Oded Fehr – 55 years old (1970) – Israeli-American actor

Danny Hoch – 55 years old (1970) – Actor and screenwriter

Ashraf Amaya – 54 years old (1971) – Basketball player

Vin Baker – 54 years old (1971) – Basketball player and coach

Chris Hardwick – 54 years old (1971) – Comedian, actor, producer, and television host

Christopher James Adler – 53 years old (1972) – Drummer

Kurupt – 53 years old (1972) – Rapper and producer

Malik Rose – 51 years old (1974) – Basketball player, sportscaster, and executive

Page Kennedy – 49 years old (1976) – Actor and rapper

Adam Eaton – 48 years old (1977) – Baseball player

Ishmael Beah – 45 years old (1980) – Sierra Leonean child soldier and American author

Jonathan Papelbon – 45 years old (1980) – Baseball player

Hilton Armstrong – 41 years old (1984) – Basketball player

Lucas Grabeel – 41 years old (1984) – Actor, singer, and songwriter

Justin Turner – 41 years old (1984) – Baseball player

Snooki – 38 years old (1987) – Reality television personality

Miley Cyrus – 33 years old (1992) – Singer-songwriter and actress

Alexis Ren – 29 years old (1996) – Social media personality, model, and actress

TODAY IS:

• National Espresso Day: Get your shot of concentrated coffee, try blends from different regions or treat yourself to an espresso machine for an easy caffeine fix all year round.
• Doctor Who Day: Embark on a journey through time and space with a mysterious alien known for their time-traveling adventures in an iconic, blue police box.
• Stir-Up Sunday: Stir-Up Sunday is a cherished day in many households, especially those that love the traditions of the holiday season. It marks the beginning of festive preparations, specifically the making of Christmas pudding. The kitchen fills with the warm, spicy scents of cinnamon, nutmeg, and dried fruit as family members gather...
• Fibonacci Day: Unveiling nature's elegant pattern in numbers, the dance of proportion that weaves through art, architecture, and the mesmerizing world around us.
• National Eat A Cranberry Day: National Eat A Cranberry Day is a lively celebration held on November 23 every year. This day is a fantastic opportunity for everyone to enjoy and appreciate cranberries' delightful flavor and their numerous health benefits. Originating from a desire to honor one of nature's most unique fruits, the day encourages...
• National Cashew Day: National Cashew Day falls on November 23rd every year, celebrating one of the most beloved snacks around the world. This day is not just about enjoying these crunchy nuts; it's a time to explore their rich history and various health benefits. Portuguese explorers introduced the cashew nut, which actually hails...
• Thankful For My Dog Day: Thankful For My Dog Day is all about taking a moment to truly see what our dogs mean to us. It’s not just about treats or toys—it’s about those everyday moments that warm the heart. Like the way they greet us with joy after a long day. Or how they...
• Wolfenoot: Have you ever heard of Wolfenoot? It's a heartfelt celebration honoring the spirit of the wolf and those who show kindness to dogs. On this day, the "Spirit of the Wolf" is said to hide small gifts for people who have been kind to animals, especially dogs. Families often enjoy meals...
• National Game & Puzzle Week: A realm of strategic tabletop pastimes, these engaging diversions offer a gateway to shared amusement and intellectual challenges.
• Elephant Round-Up in Surin: The Surin Elephant Round-Up is a festival held in Surin, Thailand. It celebrates the special bond between the local community and elephants, who have played an essential role in the region's culture and history. Each year, hundreds of these majestic animals march through the city streets, adorned in colorful decorations...
• Book Week Scotland: Book Week Scotland is a vibrant celebration of books and reading that brings together people from all walks of life across the nation. This week is packed with events, activities, and discussions designed to ignite a passion for reading. Whether it's through live readings, author interviews, or community book discussions, the...
• National Farm-City Week: National Farm-City Week shines a light on the vital link between farm fields and city tables. Celebrated the week leading up to Thanksgiving, this time honors the teamwork between rural farmers and urban workers. Together, they ensure we all enjoy safe and abundant food. Why do we celebrate it? The week...
• US Antibiotic Awareness Week : The presence of antibiotics in the world has changed everything about modern medicine and the ways infections are fought. Reducing mortality and extending life expectancy, antibiotics now save the lives of millions of people each and every year. However, over the century since their discovery, the prolific use of antibiotics...
• World AMR Awareness Week : Antimicrobial Resistance, also known as AMR, takes place when microbes such as bacteria and viruses evolve so that they are no longer responsive to the types of medicines that used to treat them. This type of resistance makes these microbes much stronger and makes it more challenging to overcome the...
• Better Conversations Week: For some folks, it seems like every year of getting together for the holidays is the same. Family members are gathered around the television to watch the parade or football game, others are in the kitchen peeling potatoes and baking pies. But what happens relationally between these family members and...

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