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ON THIS DAY: Opening of the Metropolitan Museum of Art (1872)

On February 20, 1872, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, now one of the most renowned cultural institutions in the world, officially opened its doors...

ON THIS DAY: Toni Morrison is born (1931)

On this day, 18 February 1931, the world welcomed one of the most influential literary figures of the 20th century—Toni Morrison. Born in Lorain,...

ON THIS DAY: British Suffragettes intensify fight for vote (1913)

On 17 February 1913, British suffragettes intensified their militant campaign for women's suffrage by attacking the home of the Home Secretary and setting fire...

ON THIS DAY: The history of Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is a holiday celebrated every February 14; this year Valentine's Day falls on a Friday. Across the United States and in other...

ON THIS DAY: World Radio Day

World Radio Day 2025: Date, history, significance, theme, facts and more World Radio Day 2025 is celebrated every year on February 13. Radio continues to...

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What we know about Russia’s arrest of billionaire Moshkovich

Russian prosecutors asked a judge on Thursday to put billionaire Vadim...

Athletes from 27 countries join European Sambo Championship in Limassol

More than 800 athletes and members of teams  from...

ON THIS DAY: Legendary actor Marlon Brando is born (1924)

On 3 April 1924, in Omaha, Nebraska, one of...

Bank holidays during Easter announced

The Central Bank of Cyprus informs the public that...
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