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#OTD February 18, 2010: WikiLeaks releases the first batch of classified documents leaked by Chelsea Manning, shedding light on government operations around the world. A groundbreaking moment in transparency and whistleblowing. #WikiLeaks #ChelseaManning #history

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#OTD 17 February 1919: The Ukrainian People's Republic reaches out to the Entente and the United States for assistance in the fight against the Bolsheviks. A pivotal moment in Ukrainian history. #Ukraine #history #Bolsheviks

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#OTD February 16th 1923: Howard Carter makes an incredible discovery as he unseals the burial chamber of Pharaoh Tutankhamun, unearthing ancient treasures that captivate the world's attention. #Tutankhamun #Archaeology #HistoricalDiscovery

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#OTD February 15 1879: A milestone for women's rights as US President Rutherford B. Hayes signs a bill allowing female attorneys to argue cases before the Supreme Court of the United States. Progress towards equality and representation for all. #WomensRights #EqualityForAll

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#OTD February 14th 2018: A tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida leaves 17 dead and 17 injured. Our hearts go out to all those affected by this senseless act of violence May we never forget the lives lost on this day 7 years ago. #ParklandStrong #NeverForget

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#OTD February 13, 1542: Catherine Howard, the fifth wife of Henry Vll of England, is executed for adultery. Another tragic chapter in the turbulent history of Henry VIll's marriages. #history #Tudors #adultery

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#OTD February 12 1502 (523 years ago): Isabella I issues an edict outlawing Islam in the Crown of Castile, forcing virtually all her #Muslim subjects to convert to Christianity. This dark chapter in history serves a reminder of the importance of religious tolerance and cultural diversity. #history

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#OTD February 11, 55: The untimely death of Tiberius Claudius Caesar Britannicus, paving the way for Nero to ascend to the throne of the Roman Empire. Mystery surrounds his passing changing the course of history forever. #RomanEmpire #RomanHistory

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#OTD 10 February 1989: Ron Brown made history as the first African American to be elected chairman of the Democratic National Committee. A significant moment in American politics that paved the way for more diverse leadership in the future. #RonBrown #DNC #BlackHistoryMonth

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Wokest Superbowl ever. Gaga, NOLA culture, Trombone Shorty, Terrance Blanchard, … two Black quarterbacks and Kendrick Lamar, plus my line sister @ledisi.bsky.social singing the Black National Anthem. This is actually amazing and I love it ❤️

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The Votes have been counted: #OTD 9 Feb 1825: After no candidate received a majority of electoral votes in the 1824 presidential election, the US House of Representatives elects John Quincy Adams as the 6th President of the United States in a contingent election. #JohnQuincyAdams #USHistory

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#Playstation #Update has finally been released 🙌🏼

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mfs checking Twitter every 5 minutes to see if PlayStation Network are active #psn #Playstation #serversdown

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Oh the wonderful #Playstation memories 🎮

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#OTD February 8th 1960 (65 years ago): The iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame was founded, honoring the stars of the entertainment industry for their contributions to the world of entertainment. #HollywoodWalkofFame #history

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On this day 25 years ago, we remember the talented Canadian magician and politician Doug Henning, who left a lasting impact on both the entertainment world and public service. May his legacy continue to inspire us all. #DougHenning #RIP #Remembered #Legacy

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happy first birthday to Bluesky, and what a year it's been! with every day, the need for an open network that puts people first becomes increasingly clear. we're glad to be building this with you. after all, the heart of a social network is the people.

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Crews are tirelessly searching for a missing flight in Alaska, hoping for a safe return of all passengers and crew members Sending thoughts and prayers to those affected. #Alaska #MissingFlight #SearchAndRescue

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On this day in history (487) Leo I ascended to the throne as the Eastern Roman emperor, ushering in a new era of leadership and governance. #OTD #Leol #RomanEmpire

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#OTD February 6th 1820, the first 86 African American immigrants sponsored by the American Colonization Society departed New York to start a settlement in present-day Liberia. This marked the beginning of a new chapter in history for these brave individuals #BlackHistoryMonth #Liberia

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#OTD February 5, 2 BC, Caesar Augustus was officially given the title "pater patriae" by the Roman Senate, solidifying his role as the symbolic father of the Roman people. #history #CaesarAugustus #FatherOfTheCountry

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#OTD in the year 211, the Roman Empire faced a turbulent period as Emperor Septimius Severus passed away in Eboracum, leaving his warring sons Caracalla and Geta in charge. The siblings' rivalry threatened the empire's unity despite their father's dying wish for peace. ##RomanHistory #AfricanEmpire

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#OTD February 3, 1959: Remembering the tragic day when rock and roll legends Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J. P. "The Big Bopper" Richardson lost their lives in a plane crash near Clear Lake, lowa. Their music continues to inspire generations #TheDaytheMusicDied #musichistory

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#OTD in 1887, the tradition of Groundhog Day began in Punxsutawney Pennsylvania, with Punxsutawney Phil predicting the weather. This quirky tradition is based on a Pennsylvania Dutch legend brought by German immigrants #GroundhogDay #PunxsutawneyPhil

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Did you know? In the 1930s, self-parking cars helped drivers parallel park with ease! Thanks to the fifth wheel that moved sideways, squeezing into tight spots was a breeze. #innovation #throwback #1930s #funfact

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Today we celebrate the birthday of Jani Lane, the talented American singer-songwriter and guitarist ( Warrent). Though he may no longer be with us, his music continues to rock and move US. #JaniLane #Remembered #MusicLegend #Birthday

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On this day in 2009, Jóhanna Sigurðardóttir made history as lceland's first female prime minister and the world's first openly gay head of government. #LGBTQ #Iceland #OTD #History

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In 1893, a constitutional amendment was proposed to rename the United States of America as the 'United States of the Earth'. The idea came from (D) Lucas Miller, a US Representative from Wisconsin, who believed in a global US empire. #history #USA

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Would you know my name if I saw you in heaven? Would it be the same if I saw you in heaven? I must be strong and carry on 'Cause I know I don't belong Here in heaven

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On this day in 1919, Jackie Robinson was born. He broke barriers as the first African American player in Major League Baseball, paving the way for future generations. A true trailblazer on and off the field ⚾️🧢 #JackieRobinson #BaseballLegend #Inspiration #birthday

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🏈 #OTD in 1988, history was made as Doug Williams became the first African American quarterback to play in a Super Bowl! He led the #WashingtonRedskins to victory in Super Bowl XXI against the Denver Broncos. #Trailblazer #DougWilliams #Superbowl

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Today we remember Livia, the Roman wife of Emperor Augustus, who was born 2082 years ago. Her influence and diplomacy shaped the Roman Empire. #Livia #Augustus #RomanHistory

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#OTD 56 years ago, The Beatles graced us with their final public performance on the rooftop of Apple Records in London. Despite being shut down by the police, their music continues to inspire generations. #TheBeatles #rooftopconcert

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Happy 40th birthday to the talented English singer-songwriter, Rag'n'Bone Man! 4" Sending you all the best wishes on your special day. #RagNBoneMan #HappyBirthday

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It's hypocritical for cop unions to stay quiet when Trump pardoned people who assaulted cops. Where's the outrage now? #DoubleStandard #JusticeForAll #January6th

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#OTD (1845) marks the 180th anniversary of the publication of Edgar Allan Poe's iconic poem "The Raven" in The Evening Mirror in New York. This marked the first time Poe's name appeared as the author, solidifying his place in literary history. #TheRaven #EdgarAllanPoe #LiteraryHistory 📚🖊

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