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25 Sep

On This Day – September 25th

As the northern hemisphere heads deeper into fall, September 25th seems like just another day for many of us. However, for people around the world and throughout history, it is one of the most important dates of the year. Here are some of the most interesting things about September 25th – whether or not it …
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24 Sep

On This Day – September 24th

Looking for something interesting to do this September 24th? Why not learn more about what makes it one of the most exciting days of the year? Whether or not it’s already a special day in your life, human history has played host to tons of twists and turns that took place on this very date. …
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23 Sep

On This Day – September 23rd

Does September 23rd seem boring to you? It may be just another day in your world. But, throughout history, September 23rd has proven to be a date on which anything can happen! Here are some of the most fascinating things about September 23rd – and if today is special to you in any way at …
Hobbit Day
22 Sep

On This Day – September 22nd

Whether you’re spending September 22nd at work, school, home, or have a celebration, you should know that for many people it remains one of the most important dates of the year! Here are some of the most interesting things you need to know about September 22nd – and why it is always worth marking on …
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21 Sep

On This Day – September 21st

It’s September 21st, which, for many of us, usually means that fall is just arriving or is already here! So, get your favourite fall outfits out, start carving the pumpkins, and check out these fascinating things about September 21st – and if you’re already celebrating today, many happy returns! Here are some facts and figures …
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20 Sep

On This Day – September 20th

What is it about September 20th that is so remarkable? Well, to start, it’s often the first “real” day of fall (or autumn) for anyone living in the northern hemisphere, meaning the weather’s getting chillier from here on out. For the southern hemisphere, things are heating up! Here are some more facts and figures about …
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19 Sep

On This Day – September 19th

Is today a special day for you? If so, congratulations! As it happens, September 19th is more than just another date on the calendar. We’re rapidly approaching fall now, and while the air might be getting cooler, history was just as heated – in this guide, we’ll take you through our favourite facts about today, …
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18 Sep

On This Day – September 18th

Don’t let September 18th pass without learning more about what makes this one of the most important dates of the year! It might already be a special day for you, in which case, we have stacks of facts, figures, and famous birthdays to clue you in on. Here are some of the fascinating things you …
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18 Sep

12 Flamboyant Facts about Elton John

Elton John is easily one of the most famous musical performers of all time. A born showman, Elton’s responsible for some of the biggest hits of the past 50 years, and having bowed out his final shows on stage in 2023, his flamboyant presence on the live circuit will be greatly missed. Let’s honour the …
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17 Sep

On This Day – September 17th

Many of us don’t really appreciate September 17th in all of its glory. We tend to think of it as just another day on the calendar, which couldn’t be farther from the truth! Here are some of the most interesting things to know about September 17th – and if you are already celebrating a special …
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16 Sep

On This Day – September 16th

We’re officially in the second half of the month, and September still has a lot of wonderful things to bring us! But before we move too fast through the month, let’s take the time to appreciate all that September 16th has to offer! Here are some of the most important things to know about September …
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15 Sep

On This Day – September 15th

We’re midway through September already, and fall is well on its way. But there’s still life left in September yet – and as the 15th shows, there are plenty of fascinating facts and figures to dog into. Congratulations if you’re celebrating today – and here are all the best stats we can dig up on …
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14 Sep

On This Day – September 14th

September 14th is a very important date for various cultures and people worldwide – and, yes, that includes you, too! If you’re here because you’re celebrating a special day and want to know more about September 14th, congratulations! And, you’re certainly in the right place – because here are some of the most important things …
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13 Sep

On This Day – September 13th

If you’re already marking September 13th as something of a special occasion, congratulations! However, as it happens, today’s a pretty special day for tons of other reasons, too! In today’s guide, we take you through everything special worth knowing about September 13th, and even line up a few famous birthdays you might just share. Let’s …
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12 Sep

On This Day – September 12th

Ok – so we’re heading toward the fall in the upper hemisphere, which means for many of you out there, temperatures will start cooling down, and the smell of pumpkin spice might start wafting in before you know it… before any of that, however, here are some fun facts and essential stats about September 12th …