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202nd day and 29th week in 1956

Day Events

International Moon Day

International Moon Day commemorates the day humans first walked on the Moon and celebrates the achievements of space science and technology. This day aims to inspire the public about lunar exploration, acknowledge past achievements, and promote future endeavors to explore and utilize the Moon. Events on this day may include public lectures, educational programs, planetarium shows, and space-themed exhibitions. The day is a reminder of the Moon's importance in the cultural and scientific fabric of human society and an opportunity to foster international cooperation in space exploration. It's a celebration of human curiosity and ambition to explore beyond our planet, encouraging a new generation to dream big and aim for the stars.

World Chess Day

World Chess Day recognizes the popularity and intellectual challenge of chess, a game that combines art, science, and sport. This day celebrates the game's contribution to fostering dialogue, understanding, and respect among different cultures, as well as its role in developing concentration, patience, and strategic thinking. Events include chess tournaments, exhibitions, workshops, and educational sessions designed to promote the game and encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to learn and play chess. The day also highlights the game's inclusivity and its ability to transcend language, age, gender, physical ability, and social status. It's a celebration of the enduring appeal of chess and its power to entertain, challenge, and bring people together.

Day Information

This day was 24987 days ago, today is 12/17/2024.

Moon: waxing, moon phase is waxing gibbous, age 12.6 days, new moon August 6, full moon July 22.

Date ISO 8601 format: 1956-07-20T03:59:13-07:00

UTC date and time: 1956-07-20 10:59:13

Unix time: -424443647

Sun information in Los Angeles

Sunrise: 5:54 AM

Sunset: 8:03 PM

At zenith: 12:59 PM

Length of day: 14h 9m