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

On this Day January 2, 2025 at 12:56

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 this Day December 30, 2024 at 13:33

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

On this Day December 26, 2024 at 12:00

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 this Day December 26, 2024 at 10:00

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)

On this Day December 25, 2024 at 16:30

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,...

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International August 15, 2025 at 08:30

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International August 15, 2025 at 08:30

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Baby Shark song not plagiarised – South Korean top court

Life August 14, 2025 at 16:25

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