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ON THIS DAY: The first photograph of the moon (1839)

On 2 January 1839, French photographer Louis Daguerre achieved a remarkable milestone in the history of photography and astronomy by capturing the first photograph...

ON THIS DAY: Rudyard Kipling is born (1865)

On 30 December 1865, Rudyard Kipling, one of the most celebrated authors and poets in English literature, was born in Bombay (now Mumbai), India....

Boxing Day in Cyprus in 2024

When is Boxing Day? This public holiday is celebrated on December 26th in several countries as part of the Christmas holidays. Typically it will be moved...

ON THIS DAY: The first recorded football match (1860)

On 26 December 1860, the first recorded football match in history took place in Sheffield, England. Hallam FC faced Sheffield FC in a match...

ON THIS DAY: Charlie Chaplin dies on Christmas day (1977)

The world mourns the loss of Charlie Chaplin On 25 December 1977, the world bid farewell to one of its most beloved and influential entertainers,...