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Lead · On This Day

2024: The Abundant Life Christian School shooting in Madison, Wisconsin, United States, takes place, resulting in the death of three people.

A stark entry from the public record leads today's page, followed by observances, birthdays, recipes, and the rest of December 16.

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Today · Observed

Holidays

6 today
Day of Reconciliation, formerly celebrated as Day of the Vow by the Afrikaners (South Africa)

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Day of Reconciliation, formerly celebrated as Day of the Vow by the Afrikaners (South Africa)

Celebrated on this day.

  • Independence Day, celebrates the independence of Kazakhstan from the Soviet Union in 1991.

    Independence Day, celebrates the independence of Kazakhstan from the Soviet Union in 1991.

    Celebrated on this day.

  • National Day, celebrates the withdrawal of United Kingdom from Bahrain, making Bahrain an independent emirate in 1971.

    National Day, celebrates the withdrawal of United Kingdom from Bahrain, making Bahrain an independent emirate in 1971.

    Celebrated on this day.

  • National Sports Day (Thailand)

    National Sports Day (Thailand)

    Celebrated on this day.

  • The beginning of the nine-day celebration beginning December 16 and ending December 24, celebrating the trials which Mary and Joseph endured before finding a place to stay where Jesus could be born (Hispanidad): The first day of Las Posadas (Mexico, Latin America)

    The beginning of the nine-day celebration beginning December 16 and ending December 24, celebrating the trials which Mary and Joseph endured before finding a place to stay where Jesus could be born (Hispanidad): The first day of Las Posadas (Mexico, Latin America)

    Celebrated on this day.

  • The beginning of the nine-day celebration beginning December 16 and ending December 24, celebrating the trials which Mary and Joseph endured before finding a place to stay where Jesus could be born (Hispanidad): The first day of the Simbang Gabi novena of masses (Philippines)

    The beginning of the nine-day celebration beginning December 16 and ending December 24, celebrating the trials which Mary and Joseph endured before finding a place to stay where Jesus could be born (Hispanidad): The first day of the Simbang Gabi novena of masses (Philippines)

    Celebrated on this day.

Kitchen · Today

Recipe

One-Pan Shrimp with Spinach and Canned Tomatoes

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One-Pan Shrimp with Spinach and Canned Tomatoes

Prep 15 min

Heat oil in a large skillet. Season shrimp and cook 4-5 min per side. Add spinach and canned tomatoes, cook 5 more min. Season with garlic. Done.

Ingredients

garlic, shrimp, spinach, canned tomatoes

History

On This Day

7 events
A landslide occurs at a camp at an organic farm near the town of Batang Kali in Selangor, Malaysia, trapping 92 people and killing 31.

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2022

A landslide occurs at a camp at an organic farm near the town of Batang Kali in Selangor, Malaysia, trapping 92 people and killing 31.

  • 2014

    Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan militants attack an Army Public School in Peshawar, Pakistan, killing 150 people, 132 of them schoolchildren.

  • 1997

    Dennō Senshi Porygon: Over 600 kids in Japan suffer photosensitive epileptic seizures after watching an episode of the Pokémon anime.

  • 1992

    Deportation of Hamas members: Israeli authorities began deporting hundreds of Palestinians suspected to be members of Hamas across the Lebanese border.

  • 1989

    Romanian Revolution: Protests break out in Timișoara, Romania, in response to an attempt by the government to evict dissident Hungarian pastor László Tőkés.

  • 1972

    The Constitution of the People's Republic of Bangladesh is enacted.

  • 1971

    Bangladesh Liberation War and Indo-Pakistani War of 1971: The surrender of the Pakistan Army brings an end to both conflicts. This is commemorated annually as Victory Day in Bangladesh and Vijay Diwas in India respectively.

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Birthdays

Born Today

6

  • Craig Goodwin

    1991·Australian footballer

  • David Johnson

    1991·American football player

  • Anamul Haque

    1992·Bangladeshi cricketer

  • Tom Rogic

    1992·Australian footballer

  • Jyoti Amge

    1993·Indian actress

  • Stephan James

    1993·Canadian actor

Wire · Dispatch

Florida Man

1 story

  • Naked Florida man steals pickup truck from a car dealership and tries to escape

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By the Numbers

Number of the Day

350

Day of 365 · 96% complete

Element

Og · Oganesson

Heaviest element

Math

350 is divisible by 7

Today's Season

Horoscope

Sagittarius

Sagittarius

Nov 22 – Dec 21

Element
Fire
Ruler
Jupiter

Take a creative approach toward cultivating refinement while the Aries Moon and Saturn join forces, dearest archer. You'll crave attention, but should be mindful to express your unique perspective with poise. Breathe life into your decisions without going over the top, putting extra detail into your aesthetic, passion projects, and pursuit of joy. Tastes are liable to change as Pluto becomes more active. Keep an open mind to discover new interests and personal truths. Give peers a chance to expose you to unfamiliar cultures or topics, even if you're used to playing the role of trendsetter. Find a balance between evolving and honoring your roots once Luna squares Jupiter later tonight.

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Wellness · 5 min

Desk Break

3 min
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Quick reset

The Routine

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