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ON THIS DAY: The Golden Gate Bridge opens to the public (1937)

On 27 May 1937, one of the most iconic landmarks in the United States—and indeed the world—opened to the public: the Golden Gate Bridge,...

ON THIS DAY: The State of Israel is proclaimed (1948)

On 14 May 1948, one of the most pivotal and controversial moments in modern Middle Eastern history unfolded: the State of Israel was formally...

ON THIS DAY: Pope John Paul II shot in St Peter’s Square (1981)

On 13 May 1981, the world watched in shock as Pope John Paul II was shot and seriously wounded in St Peter’s Square, Vatican...

ON THIS DAY: Celebrating Europe Day and the Schuman Declaration (1950)

Every year on 9 May, we celebrate Europe Day, commemorating the signing of the 'Schuman Declaration' on 9 May 1950. The declaration was an...

ON THIS DAY: Celebrating Brahms (1833) and Tchaikovsky (1840)

On 7 May 1833, Johannes Brahms was born in Hamburg, Germany, into a modest family. From an early age, his musical talent was evident,...

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Cyprus Comic Con 2025 is here: 3-5 October at Cyprus State Fair

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Voluntary enlistment of women in the National Guard – Details and first response

Following a decision by the Minister of Defence, women...

Sarah Mullally named as new Archbishop of Canterbury

Dame Sarah Mullally has been named as the new...
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