Encourage a Young Writer Day
International ASMR Day is celebrated annually on April 9 to raise awareness about Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR)—a sensory experience often described as a tingling sensation triggered by specific visual or auditory stimuli like whispering, tapping, or soft crinkling sounds. Many people find ASMR helpful for relaxation, stress relief, and even improved sleep. In 2025, International ASMR Day falls on Wednesday, April 9. This observance has been celebrated annually since its founding in 2012 by ASMR artists KellyMsAutumnRed and Ilse Blansert (also known as TheWaterwhispers).
Hug Your Dog Day
National Hug Your Dog Day is celebrated annually on April 10. This day is dedicated to honoring the special bond between humans and their canine companions, encouraging dog owners to show extra affection to their pets. The origins of National Hug Your Dog Day trace back to the early 2000s. Some sources attribute the creation of the holiday to Ami Moore, a Chicago-based dog trainer and author, who aimed to promote the appreciation of dogs’ loyalty and companionship . Others suggest that pet lifestyle expert Amy Shojai played a role in establishing the day to encourage people to express love and attention to their dogs.
April 10th has been a significant date throughout history, marked by pivotal events and notable birthdays.
Historical Events
837 – Halley’s Comet’s Close Approach: Halley’s Comet passed relatively close to Earth, at a distance of about 5.1 million kilometers.
1866 – Founding of the ASPCA: The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals was established in New York City by Henry Bergh, marking a major milestone in the animal welfare movement.
1912 – RMS Titanic Sets Sail: The Titanic began its maiden voyage from Southampton, England, before tragically sinking after striking an iceberg five days later.
1919 – Assassination of Emiliano Zapata: Mexican revolutionary leader Emiliano Zapata was assassinated in an ambush in Morelos, Mexico, during the Mexican Revolution.
1963 – USS Thresher Disaster: The U.S. Navy’s nuclear-powered submarine USS Thresher sank during deep-diving tests off the coast of Massachusetts, killing all 129 crew members.
1998 – Good Friday Agreement Signed: The political agreement, aimed at ending decades of conflict in Northern Ireland, was signed by major political parties.
2019 – First Image of a Black Hole Released: Scientists unveiled the first-ever image of a black hole, captured by the Event Horizon Telescope, marking a breakthrough in astrophysics.
Notable Birthdays
1930 – Dolores Huerta: American labor leader and civil rights activist, co-founder of the United Farm Workers union.
1947 – Bunny Wailer: Jamaican singer-songwriter and percussionist, co-founder of The Wailers, alongside Bob Marley.
1959 – Babyface (Kenneth Edmonds): American singer, songwriter, and producer known for his influential R&B music.
1974 – David Harbour: American actor best known for his role as Jim Hopper in the Netflix series Stranger Things.
1984 – Mandy Moore: American singer and actress known for her hit song “Candy” and roles in films like A Walk to Remember.
1992 – Daisy Ridley: English actress best known for portraying Rey in the Star Wars sequel trilogy.
1993 – Sofia Carson: American actress and singer, known for her role in Disney’s Descendants franchise.
Notable Deaths
1919 – Emiliano Zapata: Mexican revolutionary leader, assassinated on this date.
2024 – O.J. Simpson: Former American football star and actor, known for his infamous murder trial, died at the age of 76.
2025 – Ted Kotcheff: Canadian film director known for works like First Blood, passed away at age 94.
2025 – Peter Lovesey: British author of historical detective fiction, died at age 88.
