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23 Aug

10 Heralding Facts about Hermes

Although we know that Hermes famously lends his name to expensive bags these days, we’re here to talk about the messenger of the Gods himself, in all of his winged shoed glory. What is it about the Gods’ messenger that makes him so iconic? Here are some fun facts about Hermes to keep in mind …
interesting facts about Mount Vesuvius
23 Aug

On This Day – August 23rd

August 23rd isn’t just any regular day! As you will see, it is a day for celebration, commemoration, and a lot of information. You may already be celebrating a birthday today, and if that’s the case, you’ll find our celebrity birthdays section of interest! Let’s take a deep dive into August 23rd, and why it’s …
Gandhi
22 Aug

On This Day – August 22nd

If it’s your birthday today, or you’re marking a special anniversary, congratulations! August 22nd happens to be a pretty important day around the world for a variety of reasons, and in this guide, we’ll take you through everything you need to know. Stay tuned for some historical moments, famous birthdays, and international celebrations.
facts about MICHELANGELO
21 Aug

10 Mystifying Facts about Michelangelo

Michelangelo remains one of the most influential and recognizable painters of all time. His works have transcended time, and billions have seen his works over the years, either for those lucky enough to see them in person or to have seen replicas. But how much do you actually know about one of the most famous …
International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism
21 Aug

On This Day – August 21st

August is very slowly coming to an end, but if you’re lamenting the end of sunshine (or the chill if you’re in the southern hemisphere), there’s still plenty left to learn about this fabulous month. Below, we’ve collected a stack of facts about August 21st, and if it’s your birthday, you can also check who …
Facts about Slavery
20 Aug

On This Day – August 20th

August 20th takes us deeper into the end of the summer for those of us in the upper hemisphere – but beyond that, it’s actually a fairly notable day. Check out some of our facts about August 20th regarding historical moments, famous birthdays, and even a few occasions you may want to mark on your …
facts about Orangutan
19 Aug

On This Day – August 19th

Unless it’s your birthday or an important anniversary in your life, August 19th may seem like just another date on the calendar. As always, however, there’s something special to remember about today – and if you follow our date guides regularly, you’ll know that by now! Let’s take a look at some major historical moments, …
World Breast Cancer Day
18 Aug

On This Day – August 18th

What’s so special about August 18th? A better question would be what isn’t so special – even if you’re not marking today as a birthday, anniversary, or other type of celebration, there are still plenty of reasons to look back on August 18th to see what unfolded. Let’s dive in and take a look at …
Double Eagle II
17 Aug

On This Day – August 17th

If you ask anyone what’s so special about August 17th, very few of us would actually have an answer. And, how wrong we would all be! August 17th is one of the most important dates of the year, and we have all of the reasons why below. Congratulations if you’re celebrating a birthday or anniversary …
Norwuz celebration or Parsi New Year
16 Aug

On This Day – August 16th

As we’re nearing the end of summer in the upper hemisphere, the last thing you are going to want to do is look at the calendar. However, that can be a real shame as you might miss out on some of the most important dates of the year! Take August 16th, for example – below, …
New York Yellow Taxi Cab
15 Aug

On This Day – August 15th

We have officially made it midway through August. For some of us, that means our vacations are about to begin, while for others it generally means that they’re coming to a close. However, August 15th is about far more than taking time away – as you’re about to see, there have been plenty of historical …
fun facts about lizards
14 Aug

On This Day – August 14th

No one really likes counting down the dates during summer (as it is right now in the northern hemisphere), but you should take the time today to think about August 14th! Whether or not it’s an important day for you personally, there are more than a few reasons why this date has gone down in …
Manhattan Project Trinity
13 Aug

On This Day – August 13th

August 13th may seem just like any other summer date, but there’s more to today than meets the eye. If you’re not already celebrating a special occasion today, we’ve rounded up some of the most interesting facts and figures about August 13th that you’re going to want to keep in mind for the years to …
The Glorious Twelfth 
12 Aug

On This Day – August 12th

August 12th is a day for reflection. Take the time to look back on this date throughout history and see what makes it so special! You may also find a few international holidays that are worth celebrating, too – even if you don’t have any personal reasons to mark the occasion yourself.
Hip Hop Day
11 Aug

On This Day – August 11th

Is August 11th an important day for you? Statistically, it’s a very important day for millions of people celebrating birthdays today – but there are a few other reasons why this otherwise innocuous date is worth marking in the calendar. Below, we’ve lined up some of the most important historical events that unfolded today, as …