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Independence Day, celebrates the independence of Central African Republic from France in 1960.

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Independence Day, celebrates the independence of Central African Republic from France in 1960.

Celebrated on this day.

  • International Lefthanders Day (International)

    International Lefthanders Day (International)

    Celebrated on this day.

  • Women's Day, commemorates the enaction of Tunisian Code of Personal Status in 1956. (Tunisia)

    Women's Day, commemorates the enaction of Tunisian Code of Personal Status in 1956. (Tunisia)

    Celebrated on this day.

  • World Organ Donation Day

    World Organ Donation Day

    Celebrated on this day.

  • National Prosecco Day

    National Prosecco Day

    Celebrated on this day.

  • International Lefthanders Day

    International Lefthanders Day

    Celebrated on this day.

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Recipe

Ground Turkey and Zucchini Quesadillas

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Ground Turkey and Zucchini Quesadillas

Prep 12 min

Fill tortillas with cooked ground turkey, zucchini, and cheese. Pan-fry 2 min per side until golden and melty. Slice into wedges.

Ingredients

lime, ground turkey, zucchini

History

On This Day

7 events
At least 76 people are killed and 212 others are wounded in a truck bombing in Baghdad, Iraq.

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2015

At least 76 people are killed and 212 others are wounded in a truck bombing in Baghdad, Iraq.

  • 2014

    A Cessna Citation Excel crashes in Santos, São Paulo, Brazil killing all seven people aboard, including Brazilian Socialist Party presidential candidate Eduardo Campos.

  • 2008

    Russo-Georgian War: Russian units occupy the Georgian city of Gori.

  • 1969

    The Apollo 11 astronauts enjoy a ticker-tape parade in New York City. That evening, at a state dinner in Los Angeles, they are awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by U.S. President Richard Nixon.

  • 1960

    The Central African Republic declares independence from France.

  • 1954

    Radio Pakistan broadcasts the "Qaumī Tarāna", the national anthem of Pakistan for the first time.

  • 1942

    Major General Eugene Reybold of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers authorizes the construction of facilities that would house the "Development of Substitute Materials" project, better known as the Manhattan Project.

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Birthdays

Born Today

5
  • DeMarcus Cousins

    1990·American basketball player

  • Benjamin Stambouli

    1990·French footballer

  • Dave Days

    1991·American singer-songwriter and guitarist

  • Katrina Gorry

    1992·Australian football player

  • Lucas Moura

    1992·Brazilian footballer

Wire · Dispatch

Florida Man

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  • Brutality knows no bounds: Florida man arrested for deliberately crushing ducklings playing in a puddle

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By the Numbers

Number of the Day

225

Day of 365 · 62% complete

Element

Og · Oganesson

Heaviest element

Math

225 is a perfect square (15²)

Today's Season

Horoscope

Leo

Leo

Jul 23 – Aug 22

Element
Fire
Ruler
Sun

Give loved ones space to fly and pursue your own dreams, dearest Leo. As the Aries Moon aligns with Saturn and Pluto, it's important to establish separate but mutually supportive relationships. Focus on sharpening your expertise through the pursuit of higher learning, and be mindful to cultivate a harmonious work/life balance. If you see an opportunity to help someone in need, do so. Karma will be watching, rewarding those with a benevolent spirit. Your thoughts will be deep and enlightening while Luna squares Jupiter. Go within and honestly examine all aspects of your situation to understand better and elevate your position.

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