🗞️Today’s Headlines

Everything important that’s ever happened on January 19

2023 — Jacinda Ardern resigned as Prime Minister of New Zealand, marking the end of her transformative leadership during challenging global crises.

1977 — US President Gerald Ford pardoned Iva Toguri D'Aquino, also known as "Tokyo Rose," closing a controversial chapter of WWII history.

1955 — US President Dwight D. Eisenhower held the first-ever televised presidential press conference, revolutionizing political communication.

1853 — Giuseppe Verdi’s opera Il Trovatore premiered in Rome, cementing its place as one of his most celebrated works.

1825 — Ezra Daggett and Thomas Kensett patented a food preservation process using tin cans, a milestone in modern food storage.

🎂 Today’s Birthdays

On January 19, we’re singing to:

James Watt (1736) — Scottish inventor whose improvements to the steam engine powered the Industrial Revolution and transformed modern industry.

Edgar Allan Poe (1809) — American writer celebrated for his chilling tales and poems, including "The Raven" and "The Tell-Tale Heart."

Janis Joplin (1943) — Iconic American singer known for her powerful voice and raw emotional performances in songs like "Piece of My Heart."

Dolly Parton (1946) — Beloved American musician and actress renowned for hits like "Jolene" and her philanthropic work in education.

 🪦Who Died Today?

On January 19, we’re saying goodbye to:

Tony Garnier (1948) — French architect celebrated for his visionary urban planning concepts and influential designs, including Une Cité Industrielle.

Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh (1990) — Indian spiritual leader and founder of the Rajneesh movement, known for his teachings on meditation and mindfulness.

Hedy Lamarr (2000) — Austrian-born American actress and inventor whose groundbreaking work in wireless technology paved the way for modern Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

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