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278th day and 40th week in 1972
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World Space Week
World Space Week is an annual event that celebrates the contributions of space science and technology to the betterment of the human condition. Observed from October 4th to 10th, this week commemorates the launch of the first human-made Earth satellite, Sputnik 1, on October 4, 1957, and the signing of the Outer Space Treaty on October 10, 1967. Events during this week include educational programs, astronomy exhibitions, discussions about space exploration, and public outreach activities designed to inspire a new generation of scientists, engineers, and space enthusiasts. The week highlights the achievements in space exploration, its importance in advancing scientific understanding, and its role in fostering international cooperation. World Space Week is a global celebration of the wonders and mysteries of the universe and the pursuit of knowledge and innovation in space exploration.
Day Information
This day was 19074 days ago, today is 12/24/2024.
Moon: waning, moon phase is waning crescent, age 27.1 days, new moon October 7, full moon September 22.
Date ISO 8601 format: 1972-10-04T10:17:53-07:00
UTC date and time: 1972-10-04 17:17:53
Unix time: 87067073
Sun information in Los Angeles
Sunrise: 6:48 AM
Sunset: 6:34 PM
At zenith: 12:41 PM
Length of day: 11h 45m
Births anniversaries
Rutherford Birchard Hayes
Born in 1822, 150 years ago. 19th president of the United States