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25 May

On This Day – May 25th

You’d be sorely mistaken if you thought May 25th was just like any other day. Today’s a great day to celebrate with wine, and to lean into our geeky sides. What’s more, there are plenty of historical trivia facts you’re going to want to remember, too! Here’s everything you could ever want to know about …
brooklyn bridge
24 May

On This Day – May 24th

If today feels like an ordinary day, it definitely isn’t! History has shown that anything can happen on May 24th – in fact, it’s a day famous for marking bridges, brothers, and even snails. You read correctly – and now you’re here, it’s time to crack down some crucial facts about May 24th that might …
National Taffy Day
23 May

On This Day – May 23rd

May 23rd is no ordinary day, believe us! It’s an important day for animation history, TV comedy, and even for enjoying a bit of taffy. Whether you’re already celebrating today or not, here are a few fascinating things you’ll want to remember about May 23rd.
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22 May

On This Day – May 22nd

May 22nd is a wonderful day to celebrate pudding, being yourself, and plenty of big historical events! Don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, we have it all here – let’s explore what makes May 22nd so important in the eyes of millions.
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21 May

On This Day – May 21st

May 21st is a wonderful day full of fun facts, historical events, and it’s even a great time to tuck into strawberries and cream. It’s also a big birthday for plenty of Geminis around the globe – so let’s dive into what makes May 21st so memorable.
facts about Levis Jeans
20 May

On This Day – May 20th

May 20th is a day about dogs, bees, and stacks of historical events! While that may sound a little confusing, all you need to do is read on to find out exactly what we mean – and happy birthday if you’re celebrating already!
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19 May

10 Perfect Facts About St. Patrick’s Day

For the love of the Irish – St. Patrick’s Day is a huge celebration of everything that’s green and gold about the Emerald Isle. Not just celebrated in the Republic of Ireland but over in the US, too, mid-March offers lots of great opportunities to get into the party spirit. If you’re planning your own …
pizza day
19 May

On This Day – May 19th

Whether May 19th is your birthday, an important event date, or just another day for you, there’s so much you should know about this very special date. It’s a day worth marking if you’re a NASCAR fan, a pizza fanatic, or enjoy looking into British history. Here’s why May 19th really matters…
Margaret Thatcher interview
18 May

10 Ironclad Facts about Margaret Thatcher

Margaret Thatcher is easily one of the most iconic figures of the 20th century. Known for being strong-willed and highly divisive in her home nation of the UK, Thatcher was a Prime Minister no one was ever to forget in a hurry. But, whether you admired her or not, her place in history is hard …
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18 May

On This Day – May 18th

May 18th is a very important date! Why? It’s all about Presidential nominations, eruptions, museums, and even washing the dishes… if you’re celebrating today, here’s what else you’re sharing the day with!
Racism
17 May

On This Day – May 17th

May 17th is a day that has marked this history books for decades. And, it’s also a day that brings a lot to celebrate, as well as some pretty interesting people of a certain zodiac sign! It’s a date marked by operatic firsts, submarine explorations, and even walnuts.
Top Gun
16 May

On This Day – May 16th

We’ve made it to the middle of the month! By now, the sun should be shining, barbecues should be getting dusted off, and we are well on our way to summer vacation. But before we try to skip this day too easily, let’s find out what makes it so special! May 16th marks big days …
Mid-20th century nylon stockings brand
15 May

On This Day – May 15th

May 15th brings us some very important birthdays, historical events, and national holidays to celebrate! It’s a huge day for women’s rights, the LGBT community, and for world records. So, let’s dive right into all of it! Here are some of the most important events to have ever taken place on May 15th.
Skylab space station
14 May

On This Day – May 14th

May 14th is more than just your average spring day. It’s a day for sharing biscuits, watching old episodes of “Seinfeld,” and even strutting your funky stuff as you dance the “chicken.” Yes, May 14th is a pretty wacky day – and whether or not you’re already celebrating it yourself, here are a few more …
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13 May

On This Day – May 13th

A man used an unusual method of transport to cross the globe, three astronauts went for a walk, and we celebrate the most American dessert ever. So, what else happened on May 13th? Let’s find out…