🗞️Today’s Headlines

Everything important that’s ever happened on September 21:

2013 ─ Al-Shabaab militants attacked Nairobi's Westgate Shopping Centre, resulting in a four-day siege with 67 fatalities and over 200 injuries, highlighting the group's terror campaign in East Africa.

1981 ─ Belize gained independence from the United Kingdom after resolving territorial disputes with Guatemala, marking a new chapter in its national history.

1972 ─ Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos declared martial law, leading to a period of authoritarian rule marked by censorship, human rights abuses, and extended presidency.

1937 ─ J.R.R. Tolkien's publication of The Hobbit introduced readers to Middle-earth and set the stage for his later masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings.

1931 ─ The Bank of England abandoned the gold standard amid the Great Depression, which led to the devaluation of the pound and the collapse of the gold standard system globally.

1840 ─William Henry Fox Talbot's invention of the calotype process revolutionized photography by enabling the mass production of images through negative prints.

🎂 Today’s Birthdays

On September 21, we’re singing to:

H.G. Wells (1866) ─ British author renowned for pioneering science fiction with imaginative tales of alien invasions and time travel. He reshaped the genre and inspired future generations.

Leonard Cohen (1934) ─ Canadian musician and author celebrated for his profound lyrics and resonant voice. He captured the complexities of love, faith, and the human condition.

Stephen King (1947) ─ Novelist acclaimed for his mastery of horror and suspense. He delved into the darkest aspects of the human psyche and became a major influence in popular culture.

Bill Murray (1950) ─ Comedian and actor known for his unique humor and memorable characters. He’s left a lasting impact on both film and television comedy.

 🪦Who Died Today?

On September 21, we’re saying goodbye to:

Sir Walter Scott (1832) ─ Scottish writer famous for his richly detailed historical novels that brought the past to life with tales of adventure and romance, celebrated for their depth and vivid imagery.

Arthur Schopenhauer (1860) ─ German philosopher known for his exploration of pessimism and the human will, whose ideas continue to influence modern philosophy and intellectual discourse.

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