1. A Day of Northern Lights
You might not know this, but January 14 has a connection with the mesmerizing event named the Northern Lights. This is because in 1990, on January 14, one of the most impactful geomagnetic storms on human history happened which ignited beautiful Northern Lights that were visible as far south as Florida and Cuba!
2. Pierce Brosnan's Bond Debut Anniversary
January 14 marks the anniversary of Pierce Brosnan's debut as the famous James Bond, an iconic role he assumed in 1995. Brosnan's advent infused a new life into the Bond series and made him an integral part of the franchise's legacy.
3. The Big Bang Theory Element
The popular CBS show, The Big Bang Theory uses January 14 as Sheldon Cooper's birthday. Perhaps this is a fun fact for all the dedicated fans of this science-based sitcom.
4. Ratification of the Treaty of Madrid
On this day in 1890, the Treaty of Madrid was ratified. The treaty was a crucial move in international policy as it established the framework for settling disputes in Morocco, a highly coveted region at the time.
5. A Day to Dive
January 14 marks the start of National Delurking Week in the blogging community. This unique week encourages blog readers to come out of the "lurkdom" and comment or engage in the blogs they read.
6. The QWERTY Keyboard Birthday
Did you know that the QWERTY keyboard, that we use daily, was first patented on January 14, 1878 by Christopher Sholes? This daily tool of modern existence has a pretty historical inception date.
7. It's a Festival in Makar Sankranti in India
January 14 is day of Makar Sankranti, a major harvest festival celebrated in various parts of India. It is a day of gratitude for Indians as they thank nature for its abundant resources and joyous harvest.
8. A Significant Day in American Journalism
January 14, 1784 marks the first publication of the United States Magazine, the first monthly magazine in America. It's a key date for all those interested in journalism and its evolution in the U.S.
9. Birth of Albert Schweitzer
On January 14, 1875, the world was blessed with the birth of Albert Schweitzer, a great mind who won the Noble Peace Prize in 1952 for his philosophy of “Reverence for Life”.
10. A Day Of National Dress Up Your Pet Day
January 14 is also known as "Dress Up Your Pet Day" in some countries. It's a fun-filled occasion created by pet fashion enthusiast, Colleen Paige, in 2009 and encouraged among pet owners worldwide.
11. Audrey Hepburn's Award-Winning Day
January 14, 1954, Hollywood legend Audrey Hepburn won her first Golden Globe Award. She earned this accolade for Best Motion Picture Actress in the film “Roman Holiday.”
12. Legacy of the Revolutionary War
On this day in 1784, the Continental Congress ratified the Treaty of Paris, officially ending the Revolutionary War and confirming the United States' independence.
13. Legendary Cricketer’s Debut
January 14, 1984, marked the debut test match of Courtney Walsh, one of cricket's legendary fast bowlers for West Indies. He went on to have an illustrious career spanning 17 years.
14. The First State of the Union Address
Back on January 14, 1790, George Washington delivered the very first State of the Union address in New York City, marking a significant milestone in the U.S. political history.
15. The Day of National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day
Believe it or not, January 14 stands as the 'National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day' in America. This holiday encourages people to enjoy this mouthwatering sandwich made with warm, slightly smoky, and savory pastrami.
16. A Memorable Day in French History
January 14, 1797 was significant for France as it was the date when the French Tricolore, the national flag of France, was officially adopted by the government.
17. An Unlucky Day in South Korea
In South Korea, January 14 is occasionally considered an unlucky day because it's the day of "Daeboreum," a traditional holiday that marks the first full moon of the Korean lunar calendar.
18. Celebration of Orthodox New Year
Many Orthodox Churches who celebrate the New Year according to the Julian calendar, mark the beginning of the New Year on January 14, often called the 'Orthodox New Year'.
19. Memorial Day of Soap Operas
January 14 is an important day in television history. In 1952, NBC's "Today," the mother of all morning shows, and "The Guiding Light," the longest-running drama in television and radio history, both debuted.
20. A Landmark Day in Space Exploration
This day in 2005 saw one of the most remarkable achievements in space exploration history. The European Space Agency's Huygens probe landed on Saturn's moon, Titan, making it the farthest landing from Earth a spacecraft has ever made.