23 Jan
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22 Jan
On This Day – January 22nd
We’re well past mid-month in the new year now – and hopefully, some of you out there are still sticking to your resolutions! If not, don’t worry – you won’t be alone. But what if you have a special day to celebrate on January 22nd – are there any historical events or celebrity birthdays that …
21 Jan
On This Day – January 21st
We’re past the midpoint of the month now – which means we’re edging closer to February! It’s January 21st, and there are plenty of interesting facts to take away from today – so let’s dig into some historical points of interest and find out why it’s such an iconic date on the calendar.
20 Jan
On This Day – January 20th
What can we say about January 20th? It’s a pivotal day in history for cinematic entertainment, for civil rights recognition, and for… cheese? It’s all true – keep reading for the full lowdown on what happened on January 20th back in history, and why it’s a day worth remembering.
19 Jan
On This Day – January 19th
January 19th is no ordinary date to just gloss over! A lot has happened on this fateful day throughout history – it’s an important landmark for computing, royal history, and for setting world records. If you’re celebrating an occasion today, here’s what you need to know about January 19th.
18 Jan
On This Day – January 18th
January 18th – whether it’s important to you or not, it’s a date that’s linked to all kinds of important historical events. It’s well known in medical fields, civil rights, politics, and even in aviation. Why? Let’s find out below with some fun facts about January 18th.
17 Jan
On This Day – January 17th
Unless it’s your birthday or an anniversary of something dear to you, January 17th may feel like just another ordinary day. But for many throughout history, it’s been eventful, to say the least! It’s famous for scandals, military defeats, and hot-buttered rum. No, really! Here are some of the most important things to have ever …
16 Jan
On This Day – January 16th
From rising empires to scientific discoveries, January 16th has proven to be a pretty interesting date throughout history! While there’s likely millions of important events that have unfolded across the decades and centuries on this date, we’ve crammed in as much as we can into a bite-sized fact file to help clue you in. Here’s …
15 Jan
On This Day – January 15th
January 15th is a special day for millions of birthday celebrators all over the world – but did you know it’s also a huge day for Super Bowl fans, and for those who use Wikipedia daily? Here are some fun facts about January 15th that might just surprise you all the same.
14 Jan
On This Day – January 14th
January 14th isn’t just any other day at the start of the year. It’s well-known for helping to give birth to the UN, is a big date for Elvis fans, and it’s also one of the best days of the year to really flex those grey muscles up top. Here are some fun facts about …
13 Jan
On This Day – January 13th
Believe it or not, January 13th is no ordinary day, and we have the history to prove it! It’s a day notable for radio firsts, major space missions, and rubber duckies. Yes, you read that correctly. Here are some of the most eventful things to ever happen on January 13th, as well as a handful …
12 Jan
On This Day – January 12th
January 12th is just like any other day, right? Maybe not! It’s remarkable for natural events, military launches, and if you know a redhead… January 12th is the best day of the year to show them your love! Here are some fun facts about January 12th.
11 Jan
On This Day – January 11th
Although you may not be able to think of anything particularly ground-breaking from January 11th (unless it’s your own birthday) it is indeed a very important day! It marks Earhart’s first flight, some famous sporting birthdays, and everyone’s favourite weather feature… the puddle. Here’s some fun facts about January 11th!
10 Jan
On This Day – January 10th
We’re just over a week into the New Year – and January 10th brings with it a host of fascinating historical tidbits that may just surprise you. It’s a great day for looking after plants, and it’s also a big date for tea lovers to remember. All will be revealed, in our complete guide to …
9 Jan