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:
1787 – The newly completed United States Constitution was voted on by the U.S. Congress to be sent to the state legislatures for approval.
1789 – The first Federal Congress passed a resolution to ask President George Washington to recommend to the nation a day of thanksgiving. Several days later Washington issued a proclamation that named Thursday, November 26, 1789 as a “Day of Public Thanksgiving.” On December 26, 1941, the date for Thanksgiving Day was set as the fourth Thursday of November.
1820 – The tomato was publicly proven safe when Colonel Robert Gibbon Johnson stood on the steps of the Salem, NJ, courthouse and ate a large number of them without any adverse effects.
1835 – The Detroit Free Press began publication.
1850 – The U.S. Navy abolished flogging as a form of punishment.
1892 – The first nighttime football game under electric lights took place in the United States. The game was between the Mansfield State Normal School and the Wyoming Seminary.
1895 – “The Detroit Free Press” became a daily newspaper.
1912 – In Michigan, the Muskegon High School football team beat Hastings High 216-0. It was believed at the time to be the most lopsided high school football game in world history.
1922 – The first stop-and-go traffic signal was installed in Grand Rapids, MI at the Fulton-Sheldon-Monroe intersection. Prior to the installation, the traffic signal was manually operated.
1924 – Two U.S. Army planes completed the first around-the-world flight when they landed in Seattle, WA. It took 175 days to complete the trip.
1928 – Sir Alexander Fleming noticed a bacteria-killing mold growing in his laboratory, discovering what later became known as penicillin.
1951 – CBS made the first color televisions available for sale to the general public, but the product was discontinued less than a month later.
1955 – The World Series was seen on TV in color for the first time. The game was between the New York Yankees and the Brooklyn Dodgers.
1961 – The TV show “Dr. Kildare” debuted on NBC.
1961 – The TV show “Hazel” premiered on NBC.
1963 – The animated antics of “Tennessee Tuxedo and his Tales” began as the cartoon premiered on TV.
1963 – The song “She Loves You”, by the Beatles, was played on the radio in New York, NY, by Murray The K. It was the first time a Beatles song was played in the U.S.
1974 – First Lady Betty Ford underwent a mastectomy at Bethesda Naval Medical Center in Maryland to remove a lump in her breast.
1980 – The thirteen part TV series “Cosmos: A Personal Voyage”, starring Carl Sagan, premiered on PBS.
1983 – The movie “The Big Chill” premiered in theaters.
1987 – The TV show “Star Trek:The Next Generation” premiered. It would run until May 23, 1994.
1990 – The handheld video game, “The Game Boy”, was released in Europe.
1991 – Former Washington, DC Mayor, Marion Barry, was sentenced to six months in prison for possession of crack cocaine.
1997 – The DVD format was introduced at the Audio Engineering Society convention.
2001 – The movie “Zoolander” premiered in theaters.
2004 – The U.S. Federal Reserve and the U.S. Secret Service introduced the first newly redesigned $50 bill.
2004 – Nate Olive and Sarah Jones arrived at the U.S.-Mexico border to complete the first known continuous hike of the 1,800 mile trail down the U.S. Pacific Coast. They started their journey on June 8.
2004 – Randy Travis received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
2008 – SpaceX launched the first private spacecraft, the Falcon 1, into orbit.
2009 – The iTunes Music Store reached 2 billion applications downloaded.
2012 – Facebook hit 1 billion users.
2015 – NASA scientists announced the discovery of flowing water on the planet Mars.
2021 – After an 18 month delay, the James Bond film “No Time To Die”, the last starring Daniel Craig, premiered.
2022 – Hurricane Ian made landfall in Cayo Costa State Park, FL as a category four hurricane, killing 169 and doing $113 billion in damage, becoming Florida’s costliest hurricane and the deadliest in 89 years.
BIRTHDAYS:
Stuart Kauffman – 86 years old (1939) – Biologist and academic
Warren Lieberfarb – 82 years old (1943) – Businessman
Richie Karl – 81 years old (1944) – Golfer
Marcia Muller – 81 years old (1944) – Journalist and author
Jeffrey Jones – 79 years old (1946) – Actor
Rhonda Hughes – 78 years old (1947) – Mathematician and academic
Vernee Watson-Johnson – 76 years old (1949) – Actress
Christina Hoff Sommers – 75 years old (1950) – Author and philosopher
John Sayles – 75 years old (1950) – Novelist, director, and screenwriter
Christopher Buckley – 73 years old (1952) – Satirical novelist
Steve Largent – 71 years old (1954) – Football player and politician
George Lynch – 71 years old (1954) – Guitarist and songwriter
Bill Cassidy – 68 years old (1957) – Politician and physician
Laura Bruce – 66 years old (1959) – Artist
Tom Byrum – 65 years old (1960) – Golfer
Jennifer Rush – 65 years old (1960) – Singer-songwriter
Gregory Jbara – 64 years old (1961) – Actor and singer
Quentin Kawānanakoa – 64 years old (1961) – Lawyer and politician
Anne White – 64 years old (1961) – Tennis player
Laurie Rinker – 63 years old (1962) – Golfer
Chuck Taylor – 63 years old (1962) – Journalist
Steve Blackman – 62 years old (1963) – Wrestler and martial artist
Johnny Dawkins – 62 years old (1963) – Basketball player and coach
Greg Weisman – 62 years old (1963) – Voice actor, producer, and screenwriter
Janeane Garofalo – 61 years old (1964) – Comedian, actress, and screenwriter
Maria Canals-Barrera – 59 years old (1966) – Cuban-American actress
Mira Sorvino – 58 years old (1967) – Actress
Moon Zappa – 58 years old (1967) – Actress and author
Ben Greenman – 56 years old (1969) – Journalist and author
Piper Kerman – 56 years old (1969) – Author and memoirist
Mike DeJean – 55 years old (1970) – Baseball player
Joseph Arthur – 54 years old (1971) – Singer-songwriter and guitarist
Dita Von Teese – 53 years old (1972) – Model and dancer
Brian Rafalski – 52 years old (1973) – Ice hockey player
Lenny Krayzelburg – 50 years old (1975) – Russian-American swimmer
Bonzi Wells – 49 years old (1976) – Basketball player
Young Jeezy – 48 years old (1977) – Rapper
Peter Cambor – 47 years old (1978) – Actor
Bam Margera – 46 years old (1979) – Skateboarder, actor, and stuntman
Taki Tsan – 46 years old (1979) – American-Greek rapper and producer
Marlon Parmer – 45 years old (1980) – Basketball player
Greg Anderson – 44 years old (1981) – Pianist and composer
Jerrika Hinton – 44 years old (1981) – Actress
Emeka Okafor – 43 years old (1982) – Basketball player
St. Vincent – 43 years old (1982) – Singer-songwriter and guitarist
Melody Thornton – 41 years old (1984) – Singer-songwriter and dancer
Ryan Zimmerman – 41 years old (1984) – Baseball player
Daniel Platzman – 39 years old (1986) – Musician
Dominic Waters – 39 years old (1986) – Basketball player
Hilary Duff – 38 years old (1987) – Singer-songwriter and actress
Jason Jordan – 37 years old (1988) – Wrestler
Olivia Jordan – 37 years old (1988) – Actress, model, television host, and beauty pageant titleholder
Hana Mae Lee – 37 years old (1988) – Actress, model, and fashion designer
Darius Johnson-Odom – 36 years old (1989) – Basketball player
Elvyonn Bailey – 34 years old (1991) – Sprinter
Alex Landi – 33 years old (1992) – Actor
Caleb Martin – 30 years old (1995) – Basketball player
Cody Martin – 30 years old (1995) – Basketball player
Kayla Day – 26 years old (1999) – Tennis player
Frankie Jonas – 25 years old (2000) – Actor, singer, and songwriter
TODAY IS:
- National Drink Beer Day: Sample a new beer, visit a brewery, or just gather friends together to share and discuss one of the world’s most popular drinks.
- National Good Neighbor Day: Being friendly and helpful to those who live nearby can create a supportive and caring community that benefits everyone involved.
- World Rivers Day: They carve their way through the earth, providing a playground for adventure seekers and a peaceful refuge for nature lovers.
- International Poke Day: No, not that kind of poke—International Poke Day is about Poke, a Hawaiian dish growing in popularity. Visit a restaurant or make it at home to try it.
- National Strawberry Cream Pie Day: Try your hand at making a classic strawberry cream pie yourself, or head to a bakery to get a professionally made one to share with friends and family.
- World Rabies Day: Help educate yourself and others and raise awareness about the risk of rabies, and how to prevent this deadly and incurable disease before it takes hold.
- Ask a Stupid Question Day: Curiosity doesn't kill the cat. In fact, it's a sign of courage, intelligence, and growth. Embrace the unknown and ask away!
- International Day for Universal Access to Information: Every year on September 28, the world celebrates the International Day for Universal Access to Information. This day marks a global commitment to ensuring everyone has the right to seek and share information. This celebration stems from the belief that access to information is a key to building fair societies...
- National North Carolina Day: National North Carolina Day is perfect for celebrating the rich history of North Carolina. That’s not even to mention, it’s also worth remembering the accomplishments of its people. his day allows residents and visitors to the Tarheel State to explore the beauty of NC. It’s the best time to appreciate...
- Priesthood Sunday: Priesthood Sunday gives people a chance to slow down and say something they might not say often enough: thank you. It’s a day when folks in parishes, schools, and neighborhoods come together to recognize the quiet strength of their priests. These men show up in moments big and small—at hospital bedsides...
- Banned Websites Awareness Day: Banned Websites Awareness Day highlights a real problem: school internet filters often block more than they should. Many schools go beyond safety rules and restrict access to websites that help students learn. Tools like YouTube, social media, and blogs—used in modern classrooms—often get blocked. That leaves both students and teachers without...
- World Marmite Day: World Marmite Day brings people together over one strong flavor that splits opinion like no other. Some call it delicious, others can’t stand the taste—but that’s exactly what makes the day fun. It stirs up laughs, debates, and even pride. Friends tease each other, families argue over breakfast, and fans...
- National Self-Awareness Day: Self-awareness means knowing what’s going on inside you—your thoughts, feelings, and actions. It’s the ability to notice your mood without getting swept away by it. This kind of attention helps you pause before reacting. You start to catch what fuels stress or lifts your energy. National Self-Awareness Day highlights that skill...
- World Deaf Day: Being deaf doesn’t mean living in silence. It means experiencing the world in a different, powerful way. Deaf people communicate with their hands, faces, and movements. They share stories through signs and expressions that carry deep meaning. World Deaf Day shines a light on this rich way of connecting. It reminds...
- Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day: This important day offers an opportunity to remember, honor and show appreciation to the mothers and families of those who have lost their lives while serving in the military. Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day Be intentional and make a difference by making plans with some of these ideas: Honor a Gold Star...
- Fish Tank Floorshow Night: Fish Tank Floorshow Night is an evening dedicated to making your aquarium the star of the show. Instead of quietly admiring fish from afar, people gather to celebrate these aquatic creatures through creative displays, music, and even dancing. The idea is to highlight the vibrant, colorful world within the tank...
- Czech Statehood Day: Czech Statehood Day, also known as St. Wenceslas Day, is a significant celebration in the Czech Republic. It honors national pride and unity and reflects on the deep roots of Czech identity. Across the country, people come together to recognize this special occasion, which holds a unique place in the...
- National Police Memorial Day: Honoring sacrifices, brave guardians fallen in service, a silent salute echoes, their courage everlasting in memory.
- International Week of Deaf People: Promoting understanding and inclusion enhances communication, fosters empathy, and empowers those with hearing loss in our communities.
- Rtveli: Rtveli is a vibrant grape harvest festival celebrated across Georgia. It is a joyful blend of hard work and celebration. It's a time when people unite to collect the fruits of their labor and honor the cultural heritage of winemaking that has been cherished for generations. The festival extends beyond...
- National Eye Health Week: National Eye Health Week is a special event held annually to spotlight the significance of looking after our eyes. This week encourages everyone to focus on their eye health and understand the importance of regular eye checks. This observance aims to educate people about eye health and promote actions to safeguard...
- Fiesta de San Pacho: Fiesta de San Pacho is a vibrant celebration that fills the streets of Quibdó with music, dance, and color. The festival honors Saint Francis of Assisi, blending Catholic traditions with Afro-Colombian culture uniquely and joyfully. As the day unfolds, the city becomes a stage where people showcase their rich heritage...
- Milan Fashion Week: Milan Fashion Week stands as a beacon of creativity and style in the fashion world. Designers and fashion enthusiasts flock to Milan for this event, eager to see the latest trends and groundbreaking collections. The city buzzes with excitement as top brands like Prada, Fendi, and Moschino unveil their new...
- Hispanic Heritage Month: Join an event, forum, or exhibition for Hispanic Heritage Month, and appreciate the art, history, and cultural offerings of this rich and expansive heritage.
- World Reflexology Week: Highlighting the benefits of this holistic therapy promotes understanding of its role in enhancing well-being and relaxation.
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