This Day in History: October 13th

Here are ten interesting historical events that took place on October 13th:

  1. 54 AD – Roman Emperor Claudius I Dies: Claudius I, one of the early Roman emperors, died under mysterious circumstances, and his stepson Nero succeeded him.
  2. 1307 – Knights Templar Arrested: King Philip IV of France ordered the arrest of the Knights Templar, leading to the downfall of the powerful medieval religious and military order.
  3. 1775 – United States Navy Established: The United States Navy was created when the Continental Congress authorized the purchase of two ships to protect American interests.
  4. 1792 – The White House Cornerstone Laid: The cornerstone for the White House, the official residence and workplace of the President of the United States, was laid in Washington, D.C.
  5. 1884 – Greenwich Mean Time Established: The International Meridian Conference established Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) as the world’s prime meridian, a reference point for timekeeping.
  6. 1917 – “Fatima Miracle” in Portugal: Thousands of people claimed to witness a “miracle of the sun” during the Miracle of Fatima in Portugal, an event associated with three shepherd children who reported apparitions of the Virgin Mary.
  7. 1943 – Italy Declares War on Germany: Italy, having changed sides in World War II, declared war on Nazi Germany.
  8. 1972 – Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 Crash: A Uruguayan Air Force plane carrying a rugby team crashed in the Andes. Survivors resorted to cannibalism to stay alive until they were rescued.
  9. 2010 – Chilean Miners Rescued: The dramatic rescue of 33 Chilean miners trapped underground for 69 days was completed, captivating the world’s attention.
  10. 2019 – NASA’s First All-Female Spacewalk: NASA astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir conducted the first all-female spacewalk, replacing a failed power controller on the International Space Station (ISS).

These historical events on October 13th encompass a wide range of subjects, from the establishment of institutions like the United States Navy and GMT to significant cultural phenomena and extraordinary human feats.

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Thought of the Day: Sky shape

What shape is the sky?

The sky does not have a specific shape. It is the expanse of space that appears above the Earth’s surface. The appearance of the sky can change depending on various factors, including the time of day, weather conditions, and geographic location.

During the day, the sky often appears to be a dome-like expanse, with the color varying from shades of blue to gray, depending on weather conditions. At night, it can be filled with stars, creating the illusion of a vast, dark expanse.

It’s important to understand that the sky itself is not a tangible object with a defined shape. Instead, it is the visual canvas on which we see celestial objects, clouds, and atmospheric phenomena. The “shape” of the sky is a perceptual experience that changes constantly, making it a dynamic and ever-changing part of our environment.

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Joke of the Day: Friday’s fabulous factory of funky funlines

What do you call a guy pouring water into a glass?

Phil.

Midwives deserve a lot of respect.

They really help people out.

I ordered some Avocado Toast at a cafe, but imagine my surprise when I was given 602214076000000000000000 pieces of toast. It was then I realized…

…I’d accidentally ordered Avogadro’s Toast.

They call our language the mother tongue because the father seldom gets to speak.

Avoid cliches like the plague.

(They’re old hat.)

Who needs rhetorical questions?

A double negative forms a positive. In some languages, though, such as Russian, a double negative is still a negative. However, there is no language wherein a double positive can form a negative.

Yeah . . .right

What’s the fastest cake in the world?

Scone.

I know she ate a worm but we are not here to debate de bait Deb ate…

Got one of those memory foam pillows last week…

It’s rubbish, I’ve forgotten where I put it.

Just watched a really interesting documentary about beavers.

Best dam programme I’ve ever seen.

I’ve started a business selling prayer mats which are also trampolines…

Prophets are going through the roof.

The highlight of my trip to the zoo was seeing an antelope.

I’d never seen an insect run off to get married before!

I have an addiction to cheddar cheese, although it’s only mild.

My business making clothes out of cheese has gone bust…

Turns out that fromage frays..

I used to work as a cheesemonger, but I camembert it any longer..

I keep meaning to stop procrastinating.

Age is a high price for maturity.

Broken guitar for sale – no strings attached.

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This Day in History: October 12th

Here are ten interesting historical events that took place on October 12th:

  1. 1492 – Columbus Reaches the Americas: Christopher Columbus made landfall in the Bahamas, marking the beginning of European exploration and the Age of Discovery in the Americas.
  2. 1773 – America’s First Insane Asylum Opens: The first mental hospital in the United States, the Eastern State Hospital in Virginia, admitted its first patient.
  3. 1915 – Ford’s Assembly Line: Henry Ford implemented the moving assembly line, revolutionizing manufacturing processes and making the production of automobiles more efficient.
  4. 1918 – Cloquet Fire: One of the deadliest forest fires in Minnesota’s history, known as the Cloquet Fire, began and eventually claimed the lives of over 450 people.
  5. 1928 – First Transatlantic Telephone Call: The first successful transatlantic telephone call was made between New York and London by American Telephone and Telegraph (AT&T).
  6. 1960 – Cold War Tensions: Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev pounded his shoe on a desk during a United Nations General Assembly meeting to protest a speech by a Filipino delegate, symbolizing Cold War tensions.
  7. 1968 – Equatorial Guinea’s Independence: Equatorial Guinea gained independence from Spanish colonial rule.
  8. 2000 – USS Cole Bombing: The USS Cole, a United States Navy destroyer, was attacked by suicide bombers while refueling in the Yemeni port of Aden. Seventeen sailors were killed and 39 injured in the attack.
  9. 2005 – Second Palestinian Intifada Ends: The Palestinian leadership and Israel announced a ceasefire, effectively ending the second Palestinian Intifada.
  10. 2010 – Chilean Miners Rescued: Thirty-three Chilean miners who had been trapped underground for 69 days were successfully rescued in a remarkable operation that captivated the world.

These historical events on October 12th span a wide range of topics and eras, from exploration and industrial innovation to tragic disasters and significant moments in international relations.

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Thought of the Day: Travel and Transport

Why do you get on a bus and a train but get into a car?

The use of “get on” or “get into” when referring to different modes of transportation is primarily a matter of convention, and it is influenced by the nature of the transportation and how people typically interact with it. Here’s why these phrases are used the way they are:

  1. Get on a Bus or Train:
    • Buses and trains are generally considered to be more like public transportation services or shared spaces. People usually step onto these vehicles as they are boarding, and the terminology reflects this.
    • “Get on” is used for buses and trains because you’re stepping onto a platform or station to enter the vehicle.
  2. Get into a Car:
    • A car is a private, enclosed space. When you’re entering a car, you’re physically going inside an enclosed cabin or space, making “get into” a more fitting choice of words.
    • The usage of “get into” for cars emphasizes that you are moving from the outside into an interior space.

In summary, the choice of whether to “get on” or “get into” a mode of transportation reflects the specific dynamics of that transportation method. It’s a matter of linguistic convention, which is based on practical and traditional usage.

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Joke of the Day: Thursday’s thoughtless theory of thankless throat-clearing ….

Should I be worried that my children are in the other room quietly reading through the “S” entries of the dictionary?

I think they’re up to something.

I’ve been reading a book about the history of paper towels…

It’s absolutely absorbing…

Thieves who stole three tonnes of tarmac are believed to currently be in hiding.

A police spokesman said; “We are hoping that they will resurface soon”.

Doctor: Drink a glass of milk after a hot bath.

Patient: No doctor, I don’t think I’ll have space left.

I was going to post about anti-climaxes, but in the end, I didn’t.

I’m entering the world’s tightest hat competition.

Just hope I can pull it off.

Words can’t express how much I hate World Emoji Day.

When I found out the water park was taking photos of me on their rides without my permission I was fluming.

Thing is, we all just want to belong.

But some of us be short.

A thesaurus is great.

There’s no other word for it.

‘Doctor, I keep spontaneously singing songs by The Who’

‘How long has this been happening?’

‘Ever since I was a young boy…’

10th of October was an excellent day.

In fact, I’d say it was definitely a 10/10!

I accidentally booked myself onto an escapology course.

I’m really struggling to get out of it.

What do colour blind people do when they are told to eat their greens?

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This Day in History: October 9th

Here are ten interesting historical events that took place on October 9th:

  1. 1000 – Leif Erikson Day: According to the Norse sagas, this is the day when Leif Erikson, a Norse explorer, and his crew are believed to have landed in North America, making them some of the first known Europeans to do so.
  2. 1635 – Founder of Rhode Island Arrives: Roger Williams, the founder of the colony of Rhode Island, arrived in Boston, Massachusetts, on this day.
  3. 1701 – Yale University Chartered: The Collegiate School of Connecticut was chartered in New Haven, Connecticut. It would later become Yale University.
  4. 1820 – Guayaquil Proclaims Independence: Guayaquil, a city in Ecuador, declared its independence from Spain, setting in motion a series of events leading to Ecuador’s independence.
  5. 1876 – First Two-Way Telephone Conversation: Alexander Graham Bell and his assistant, Thomas Watson, had their first successful two-way telephone conversation over a wire.
  6. 1919 – Black Sox Scandal: Eight members of the Chicago White Sox baseball team were banned for life from the sport for their alleged involvement in throwing the 1919 World Series.
  7. 1963 – Hurricane Flora Hits Haiti: Hurricane Flora struck Haiti, leading to widespread destruction and the loss of thousands of lives.
  8. 1989 – Hungary Opens Its Border: Hungary opened its border with Austria, allowing East Germans to flee to the West. This event played a role in the fall of the Berlin Wall later that year.
  9. 2004 – First Space Tourist Returns: Anousheh Ansari, the first female space tourist, returned to Earth after visiting the International Space Station aboard a Russian Soyuz spacecraft.
  10. 2012 – Malala Yousafzai Shot: Pakistani education activist Malala Yousafzai was shot by the Taliban for her advocacy of girls’ education. She survived the attack and continued her advocacy work, eventually becoming a global symbol of the fight for education.

These events span a wide range of historical contexts, from exploration and independence movements to scientific achievements and sports scandals, highlighting the diversity of human history on October 9th.

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Thought of the Day: New People

Why are elderly people often called “old people” but children are never called “new people”?

The terminology used for different age groups can be influenced by historical and cultural factors, as well as societal perceptions and norms. There are a few reasons why elderly people are often referred to as “old people,” while children are not commonly called “new people.”

  1. Lifespan Stages: Human life is often divided into stages, and “old people” is a term used to refer to individuals in the later stages of life, typically after retirement age. In contrast, “new people” is not a recognized life stage, and children are more commonly referred to as “children” or “kids.”
  2. Cultural Norms: Different cultures have different ways of referring to age groups. In many cultures, there’s a specific word or phrase for elderly individuals, while the terminology for children may focus on their developmental stage or age group (e.g., infants, toddlers, tweens, teens).
  3. Historical Language Use: The term “old people” has a long history of use in the English language and is often used as a descriptive term for seniors. Language evolves slowly, and historical terms can persist even as societal attitudes change.
  4. Respect and Sensitivity: When referring to children, terms like “new people” are less common because they may not capture the developmental stage or convey the same level of respect and sensitivity that terms like “children” or “kids” do. These latter terms acknowledge the unique needs, characteristics, and qualities of children.
  5. Identity and Self-Perception: Elderly individuals may sometimes embrace the term “old people” as part of their identity, while children typically don’t identify as “new people.” Elderly people often have distinct experiences, perspectives, and needs related to aging, which can lead to a shared identity.

It’s important to note that language is a dynamic aspect of culture and society. Over time, terms may evolve or change in response to shifts in societal attitudes and perceptions. The use of language can also vary greatly depending on context, individual preferences, and cultural norms. In any case, when referring to people of different age groups, it’s generally advisable to use respectful and age-appropriate terminology.

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Joke of the Day: Monday’s moving missive of movie messages ….

Please remember, for every Rich Tea biscuit, there are currently thousands of tea biscuits living in poverty…

My wife and I met on a website for dolphin impersonators.

We clicked straight away.

If you don’t sniff the air and go ‘Ooh – someone’s having a barbecue!’, are you even British?!

Doctor: Your DNA is backwards.

Me: And?

It’s proving very difficult to find a shop selling “Left Guard” for my other armpit.

Last year, I joined a group for anti social people.

We haven’t met yet.

I have sex daily.

Sorry, I mean I have dyslexia…

I’ve made a website for depressed tennis players…

The servers are currently down.

I’ve recently developed a phobia of elevators.

I’m taking steps to avoid them.

I have CDO.

It’s like OCD but all the letters are in alphabetical order as they should be.

I said to my friend, “My girlfriend keeps asking me if I’m an Alice in Wonderland character, and it’s getting really annoying!”

He said, “Are you mad at her?”

I said, “Geez! Don’t you start too!

A man takes his Rottweiler to the vet.

“My dog’s cross-eyed, is there anything you can do for him?”

“Well,” says the vet, “let’s have a look at him.”

So he picks the dog up and examines his eyes, then checks his teeth.

Finally, he says “I’m going to have to put him down.”

“What? Because he’s cross-eyed?”

“No, because he’s really heavy”

Rabbit hutch salesmen.

They’ll give you a run for your money…

I used to go out with a girl called Lyndsey Doyle…

She smelt like a cricket bat.

I think the sun is getting to me, I’m trying to think of a good pun about ice cream toppings but I can’t remember any.

I used to have hundreds and thousands of them…

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This Day in History: September 26th

Here are ten interesting historical events that took place on September 26th:

  1. 1580: The Golden Hind, the ship of English explorer Sir Francis Drake, returned to Plymouth, England, becoming the first known circumnavigation of the Earth by a single ship.
  2. 1687: The Parthenon in Athens was severely damaged when a Venetian mortar round ignited a powder magazine inside the temple, causing a massive explosion.
  3. 1783: The Treaty of Paris was signed, officially ending the American Revolutionary War and recognizing the independence of the United States from Great Britain.
  4. 1907: New Zealand and Newfoundland became dominions within the British Empire.
  5. 1950: United Nations troops recaptured Seoul during the Korean War, which had been captured by North Korean forces earlier in the conflict.
  6. 1960: The first televised presidential debate in the United States took place between Richard Nixon and John F. Kennedy.
  7. 1983: Australia II, representing the Royal Perth Yacht Club, won the America’s Cup, ending the New York Yacht Club’s 132-year winning streak.
  8. 1984: The United Kingdom and the People’s Republic of China signed the Sino-British Joint Declaration, paving the way for the transfer of Hong Kong’s sovereignty from the UK to China in 1997.
  9. 2008: Swiss pilot and adventurer Bertrand Piccard and Brian Jones completed the first non-stop circumnavigation of the Earth in a hot air balloon.
  10. 2014: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully placed the Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan) into Mars’ orbit, making India the fourth space agency in the world to reach the Red Planet.

These events encompass a wide range of historical and cultural significance, from significant moments in exploration and diplomacy to milestones in sports and technology.

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