Good Grief
Good Grief Day is observed annually on November 26th to honor the beloved cartoonist Charles M. Schulz, creator of the Peanuts comic strip. Schulz’s work featured iconic characters like Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, and Linus, who captured life’s simple yet profound moments. The phrase “Good Grief” became a signature exclamation of Charlie Brown, reflecting his mix of frustration and resilience.
National Anti-Obesity Day
National Anti-Obesity Day is observed on November 26th each year. This day raises awareness about the health risks associated with obesity and promotes healthy lifestyle choices. Obesity is a growing global concern linked to various conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers.
Historical Events on November 26:
1789: First National Thanksgiving Day in the United States was celebrated. President George Washington proclaimed this day to give thanks for the Constitution and the nation’s blessings.
1863: Battle of Missionary Ridge (American Civil War): Union forces under General Ulysses S. Grant defeated the Confederates, securing Chattanooga, Tennessee.
1922: British archaeologist Howard Carter and his team entered the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun, uncovering one of the most significant archaeological finds in history.
1941: World War II: President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed a bill officially establishing the fourth Thursday in November as Thanksgiving Day in the United States.
2008: The Mumbai terrorist attacks ended after four days. Coordinated attacks by 10 members of the extremist group Lashkar-e-Taiba left 174 people dead and hundreds injured.
Famous Birthdays:
Charles M. Schulz (1922–2000): American cartoonist and creator of Peanuts.
Tina Turner (1939–2023): Legendary American-born Swiss singer and actress known as the “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll”.
Natasha Bedingfield (1981): British singer-songwriter known for hits like “Unwritten”.
Famous Deaths:
1855: Adam Mickiewicz: Polish Romantic poet, dramatist, and political activist. He is considered one of Poland’s greatest poets and a national hero.
1922: Sarah Moore Grimké: American abolitionist, writer, and suffragist. She and her sister Angelina were among the first women to speak publicly against slavery.
1956: John Langshaw Austin: British philosopher, best known for developing the theory of speech acts. His work laid the foundation for the study of language in philosophy.
1976: Anis al-Doleh: Iranian political figure, known for her influence during the Qajar dynasty in Iran.
1984: Martin Luther King Sr.: American Baptist pastor, father of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. He played a significant role in the African American civil rights movement.
2008: Manuel Marulanda (aka “Tirofijo”): Founder and leader of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC). He was one of the longest-surviving guerrilla leaders in history.
