Saturday, July 01, 2023

July 1 On this Day

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July 1 is the 182nd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 183 days remain until the end of the year.

Events

1643 – First meeting of the Westminster Assembly, a council of theologians ("divines") and members of the Parliament of England appointed to restructure the Church of England, at Westminster Abbey in London.

1770 – Lexell's Comet is seen closer to the Earth than any other comet in recorded history, approaching to a distance of 0.0146 astronomical units (2,180,000 km; 1,360,000 mi).

1823 – The five Central American nations of Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica declare independence from the First Mexican Empire after being annexed the year prior.

1862 – The Russian State Library is founded as the Library of the Moscow Public Museum.

1863 – American Civil War: The Battle of Gettysburg begins.

1898 – Spanish–American War: The Battle of San Juan Hill is fought in Santiago de Cuba, Cuba.

1908 – SOS is adopted as the international distress signal.

1931 – United Airlines begins service (as Boeing Air Transport).

1963 – ZIP codes are introduced for United States mail.

1984 – The PG-13 rating is introduced by the MPAA.

 

Birthdays

1311 – Liu Bowen, Chinese military strategist, statesman, and poet (d. 1375)

1553 – Peter Street, English carpenter, and builder (d. 1609)

1788 – Jean-Victor Poncelet, French mathematician, and engineer (d. 1867)

1807 – Thomas Green Clemson, American politician, and educator, founder of Clemson University (d. 1888)

1873 – Alice Guy-Blaché, French American film director, producer, and screenwriter (d. 1968)

1906 – Estée Lauder, American businesswoman, co-founder of Estée Lauder Companies (d. 2004)

1915 – Willie Dixon, American blues singer-songwriter, bass player, guitarist, and producer (d. 1992)

1934 – Jamie Farr, an American actor

1941 – Twyla Tharp, American dancer, and choreographer

1952 – Dan Aykroyd, Canadian actor, producer, and screenwriter

1961 – Carl Lewis, American long jumper and runner

1961 – Diana, Princess of Wales (d. 1997)

 

Events & Remembrances.

 INTERNATIONAL JOKE DAY - July 1, 2023 - National Today

What do you call fake noodles? An impasta!

 Hold on to your funny bones, folks! Today, we're diving into the whimsical world of jokes. Picture this: you're in a room full of people, all eagerly waiting for a punchline to make them burst into laughter. That, my friends, is the magic of a joke.

 So, what exactly is a joke? Well, it's like a tiny bundle of laughter that tickles your funny bone. It's a cleverly crafted concoction of words, puns, and unexpected twists that aims to make you chuckle till your belly aches.

Why don't eggs tell jokes? They might crack up!

Oh, the pun-derful world of dad jokes! Now, what makes these jokes funny? It's all about the element of surprise. Jokes toy with your expectations, setting up a situation or a pattern only to twist it around and catch you off guard. That sudden burst of laughter is like a little victory for your brain, reveling in the unexpected.

But jokes are not just about laughs; they play a vital role in our lives. They bring us joy, create bonds, and make tough topics easier to approach. It's like they have a superpower to turn serious situations into lighter moments, all through the power of humor.

Think about it: when you share a joke with friends or family, you're not just cracking wise; you're forming connections. Laughter brings people together, strengthening the bonds we share. It's like a secret language, a way to say, "Hey, life may be serious, but we can find joy in absurdity!"

Jokes are a part of our cultural fabric, woven through history and society. They've been around since cavemen swapped riddles around the fire (well, maybe not cavemen, but you get the idea). They reflect our ability to find humor in the every day, to laugh at ourselves, and to see the lighter side of life.

So, the next time you hear a joke, embrace the magic. Allow yourself to be whisked away on a wave of laughter. And remember, whether it's a pun, a one-liner, or a funny anecdote, jokes are here to sprinkle a little happiness into our lives.

How do you organize a space party? You just planet!

Others Include.

American Zoo Day

Burundi Independence Day

Canada Day

Doctor's Day (India)

Ghana Republic Day

Keti Koti

Virgin Islands Day

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