On This Day

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6 May

On This Day – May 6th

Today “diet” is a four-letter word, we recognise the heroes in our hospitals, and we bid adieu to our six best friends. With so much happening on May 6th, you better keep reading to catch up!
World Portuguese Language Day
5 May

On This Day – May 5th

It’s time for the revenge of the fifth! It’s also time for a whole century of smelling great, a celebration of the medical personnel who help bring us into the world, and some insightful social commentary from a particularly creative source. Let’s take a look at why May 5th is so notable!
Fun facts about May 4th
4 May

On This Day – May 4th

May the Fourth be with you! Today we celebrate both fictional and real-life heroes, but that’s not all that’s note-worthy today! Keep reading to find out what else happened on May 4th – it might be a surprising read (and congratulations if you’re celebrating today).
national specially-abled pet day
3 May

On This Day – May 3rd

A classic novel was recognised, a historic home preserved for the public, and a legendary chess match all happened today on May 3rd, can you believe it? We certainly can’t – but here are the facts to prove it all!
Facts about Marilyn Monroe
2 May

On This Day – May 2nd

Wonderful wizards, tasty tuna, and a couple of iconic songs – so much has happened on May 2nd, you’ll barely be able to catch your breath!
Morris dancers
1 May

On This Day – May 1st

Between the birth of a superhero, and the celebration of worker’s rights, May 1st certainly has been a busy one! Keep reading to find out why this day has meant so much to so many throughout the years!
Bugs Bunny
30 Apr

On This Day – April 30th

It’s hard to believe we’re at the end of April already, yet time keeps turning! April 30th happens to be a fairly notable day for lots of different reasons. You may even be celebrating it on your own terms! In any case, here are some important historical facts and notable points about April 30th that …
working ballet dancer
29 Apr

On This Day – April 29th

From TV firsts to royal weddings, there are more than a few reasons why April 29th is so notable across history. It may well be a special day for you today, too! In which case, why not take a little time to look through some fascinating events that unfolded today across history, and learn who …
Global Pay it Forward Day
28 Apr

On This Day – April 28th

Winter should be just a memory now for many of us in the upper hemisphere, as the weather’s getting warmer and we’re getting ever closer to the summer. However, April has plenty of tricks up its sleeves worth knowing about. Whether it’s your birthday today (congratulations!), or you’re just keen to see what took place …
Telefunken Rollkugel mouse
27 Apr

On This Day – April 27th

May is just around the corner, but that doesn’t mean we’re out of things to say about April just yet! Any Tauruses out there celebrating a birthday, congratulations! In the meantime, here are a few famous historical events and important occasions you may wish to remember otherwise on April 27th.
Stadium organ
26 Apr

On This Day – April 26th

We’re deep into the heart of spring now, and while April 26th may not seem like a big day of celebration for all to get behind, there’s actually a few curious reasons why this date is absolutely worth marking. Congratulations if it’s your birthday or an anniversary, too!
solar power
25 Apr

On This Day – April 25th

We’re nearly at the end of the month, so don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate a very important date in history! Oh, you didn’t hear? Read on to learn everything you should know about April 25th!
vinyl records
24 Apr

On This Day – April 24th

April 24th may just look like another date on the calendar, but it’s so much more than that! It’s a day to celebrate, honour, and remember! Here are some of the most important facts about April 24th – and congratulations, by the way, if you’re celebrating a special occasion, too!
William Shakespeare
23 Apr

On This Day – April 23rd

We know what you’re thinking, “There’s nothing special about April 23rd…” but, as we will show you, this is a very important date and deserves much more attention! Here are some of the most interesting bits and pieces about April 23rd – and if you’re already celebrating, congratulations! Let’s dive into the past…
jellybeans
22 Apr

On This Day – April 22nd

Of all the big dates we celebrate across the year, days like April 22nd don’t often get a lot of love. But, as you’ll soon find out, this day has a lot to celebrate and plenty of reasons why you’ll want to remember it (whether or not it’s already a special occasion for you). Here’s …