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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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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!
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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.
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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 …
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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.
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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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8 May

On This Day – May 8th

On May 8th we met a mermaid, took an exciting ride, and knocked back the first Coca-Cola, oh, and a few other bits happened! If you’re celebrating today, here are a few interesting bits about your special day you might want to remember!
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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 …
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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 …
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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.
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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…
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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 …