This Day in History, November 23
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On November 23rd, 1963, the first episode of the sci-fi series "Doctor Who" aired on BBC television.
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A thought for the day
A thought for the day: If there's an intellectual highway, there's also an intellectual subway. - American poet/critic Stanley Crouch
Other Notable Events for February 7
On this date in history:
In 1497, the Bonfire of the Vanities in Florence, Italy, took place when followers of Girolamo Savonarola burned thousands of books, art and cosmetics.
In 1940, British ...Read More
Notable Birthdays for February 7
Those born on this date include:
- English statesman/writer Thomas More in 1478
- farm equipment manufacturer John Deere in 1804
- English novelist Charles Dickens in 1812
- author Laura Ingalls...Read More
Astronomy
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 7, the 38th day of 2023 with 327 to follow.
The moon is waning. Morning stars are Mars, Mercury and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus.
This Day in History, February 7th
On February 7th, 1863, the HMS Orpheus sinks off the coast of Auckland, New Zealand, killing 189.
A thought for the day
A thought for the day: It's hard to beat a person who never gives up. -- American baseball star Babe Ruth
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