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January 9th is rich in global observances, remembrances, national holidays, and historical events. This day is Static Electricity Day, Martyrs' Day in Panama, Non-Resident Indian Day in India, International Choreographers Day, and much more.

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Two people dancing tango with a violin on the side

International Choreographers Day

#Culture#People

Honoring the creative minds behind dance routines and recognizing artistic contributions.

Several apricots with their leaves on a light background

National Apricot Day

#Food

Honoring the versatile, sweet fruit and highlighting the importance and benefits of apricots.

Hot air balloon flying down the mountain

National Balloon Ascension Day

#Science

Commemorating the innovation and adventure of hot air ballooning.

Law Enforcement Appreciation Shield

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

#People#Safety

Expressing gratitude for the courageous work that law enforcement officers perform daily.

Wooden letter dice pages book

National Word Nerd Day

#People

Honoring individuals who delight in language's more esoteric and arcane corners.

Plasma ball with smooth magenta blue flames dark background

Static Electricity Day

#Science#Fun

Honoring the natural phenomenon of stationary electric charges.

Interesting Facts of January 9th

  1. 1. Steve Jobs unveiled the original Apple iPhone to the public for the first time on January 9, 2007.
  2. 2. The first ever United Nations General Assembly meeting took place on January 9, 1946.
  3. 3. Italian explorer Christopher Columbus claimed to see mermaids on his voyage to the Americas on January 9, 1493.
  4. 4. The Beatles released their "Yellow Submarine" album in the UK on January 9, 1969.
  5. 5. In parts of southern India, January 9 marks the start of the Makara Sankranti festival, an important date in the Hindu calendar.