1877day.year
Anna Sewell's animal welfare novel Black Beauty is published.
Anna Sewell’s animal welfare novel Black Beauty was first published in 1877, telling the story from a horse’s perspective.
Black Beauty, published on November 24, 1877, by Anna Sewell, is narrated through the experiences of a fictional mare. The novel pioneered animal welfare literature by exposing harsh treatment and advocating kindness toward horses. Sewell drew on her personal experiences and observations of Victorian-era carriage horses. Despite modest initial sales, the book gained popularity and became a classic of children’s literature. Its impact contributed to reforms in animal husbandry and influenced empathetic storytelling in literature.
1877
Anna Sewell
animal welfare
Black Beauty
1962day.year
The influential British satirical television programme That Was the Week That Was is first broadcast.
BBC’s pioneering satirical show That Was the Week That Was premieres, changing television satire forever.
On November 24, 1962, the BBC aired the first episode of That Was the Week That Was (TW3), a groundbreaking satirical television program. Fronted by David Frost and produced by Ned Sherrin, the show blended sharp political commentary, sketches, and jokes aimed at public figures. Its irreverent tone and live format shocked audiences and challenged broadcasting norms. TW3 set the template for modern television satire, inspiring later programs like Saturday Night Live. The series tackled issues from the Profumo affair to nuclear disarmament, capturing the spirit of 1960s Britain. Despite running for only two seasons, its impact on comedy and journalism was profound.
That Was the Week That Was
2009day.year
The Avdhela Project, an Aromanian digital library and cultural initiative, is founded in Bucharest, Romania.
The Avdhela Project, a digital library dedicated to preserving Aromanian culture, is launched in Bucharest.
A digital cultural initiative known as the Avdhela Project was established in Bucharest on this day. The project focuses on safeguarding the language, traditions, and heritage of the Aromanian community through web-accessible archives. It curates manuscripts, folk music recordings, and oral histories contributed by diaspora members. By partnering with academics and cultural organizations, Avdhela promotes research and educational use of its collections. The platform continues to expand its digital holdings, ensuring that Aromanian culture remains visible and accessible worldwide.
2009
Avdhela Project
Aromanian
digital library
Bucharest
2023day.year
Hibiscus Rising, commemorating David Oluwale, is unveiled in Leeds.
The 'Hibiscus Rising' sculpture honoring David Oluwale is unveiled in Leeds to commemorate his life and raise awareness.
The 'Hibiscus Rising' monument was unveiled in Leeds to honor David Oluwale, a Nigerian-born man whose death in 1969 became a symbol of racial injustice. Designed by artist Michael Johnson, the sculpture features abstract forms inspired by the hibiscus flower, symbolizing resilience and hope. Community leaders and Oluwale's surviving relatives attended the ceremony, reflecting on the campaign for memorial recognition. The installation stands near the River Aire, where Oluwale tragically drowned amid police persecution. The artwork aims to educate visitors about his life and the broader history of racial discrimination in Britain. It has since become a focal point for discussions on remembrance and social justice.
2023
Hibiscus Rising
David Oluwale