On This Day December 26th

 December 26th is the three-hundred-sixty-first day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. There are 6 days remaining until the end of the year.

Events

887 – Berengar I is elected as king of Italy by the lords of Lombardy. He is crowned with the Iron Crown of Lombardy at Pavia.

1709 – The opera Agrippina by George Frideric Handel premiered in Venice.

1723 – Bach led the first performance of Darzu ist erschienen der Sohn Gottes, BWV 40, his first Christmas Cantata composed for Leipzig.

1776 – American Revolutionary War: In the Battle of Trenton, the Continental Army attacked and successfully defeated a garrison of Hessian forces.

1799 – Henry Lee III's eulogy to George Washington in Congress declares him as "first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen."

1860 – The First Rules derby is held between Sheffield F.C. and Hallam F.C., the oldest football fixture in the world.

1871 – Thespis, the first Gilbert and Sullivan collaboration, debuts.

1898 – Marie and Pierre Curie announce the isolation of radium.

1919 – Babe Ruth of the Boston Red Sox is sold to the New York Yankees by owner Harry Frazee, allegedly establishing the Curse of the Bambino superstition.

1941 – British Prime Minister Winston Churchill addresses a joint meeting of the U.S. Congress.

1963 – The Beatles' "I Want to Hold Your Hand" and "I Saw Her Standing There" are released in the United States, marking the beginning of Beatlemania on an international level.

1991 – The Supreme Soviet of the Soviet Union meets and formally dissolves the Soviet Union, ending the Cold War.

2004—The 9.1–9.3 Mw Indian Ocean earthquake shook northern Sumatra with a maximum Mercalli intensity of IX (Violent). One of the most significant observed tsunamis, it affected coastal and partially mainland areas of Thailand, India, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, Malaysia, Myanmar, Bangladesh, and Indonesia. The death toll is estimated at 227,898.

Birthdays

1628 – John Page, English Colonial politician (d. 1692)

1716 – Thomas Gray, English poet and scholar (d. 1771)

1769 – Ernst Moritz Arndt, German writer and poet (d. 1860)

1837 – George Dewey, American admiral (d. 1917)

1891 – Henry Miller, American author and painter (d. 1980)

1933 – Caroll Spinney, American puppeteer and voice actor (d. 2019)

1939 – Phil Spector, American singer-songwriter and producer (d. 2021)

1945 – John Walsh, American television host, producer, and activist, created America's Most Wanted

1947 – Carlton Fisk, an American baseball player

1986 – Hugo Lloris, French footballer

1994 – Colby Cave, Canadian ice hockey player (d. 2020)

Holiday Highlight

 Thank-You Notes Day

In a fast-paced, digital world, writing a thank-you note is a meaningful way to show thoughtfulness and gratitude. This simple gesture expresses appreciation for someone’s kindness, effort, or generosity, making them feel valued and acknowledged. Whether for a gift, a kind act, or professional support, thank-you notes foster stronger connections and demonstrate respect.

In personal settings, a thank-you note reflects warmth and sincerity, while in professional contexts, it leaves a lasting impression, showcasing good manners and professionalism. It can distinguish you after an interview or collaboration, enhancing your reputation and relationships.

Writing thank-you notes also benefits the writer. It encourages reflection on the kindness received, fostering mindfulness and positivity. In a world dominated by fleeting messages, the tangible nature of a handwritten note adds a personal touch, preserving memories and encouraging future acts of generosity.

Ultimately, thank-you notes are a small but powerful way to nurture relationships, promote appreciation, and highlight the importance of gratitude in everyday life. Taking the time to write one shows that you care, making a lasting impact on both the recipient and yourself.

Holidays And Observance 

 Boxing Day 

Day After Christmas Day 

National Candy Cane Day 

National Thank-You Note Day 

National Whiner's Day