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April 8☸️ Buddha's Birthday, also known as Hana Matsuri, "Flower Festival" (Japan)· Holidays, History & Famous Birthdays

Day 98·27% through the year🌗Last Quarter☀️13h 5m daylightAries

Today's Holidays

Buddha's Birthday, also known as Hana Matsuri, "Flower Festival" (Japan)

Buddha's Birthday, also known as Hana Matsuri, "Flower Festival" (Japan)

A vibrant cultural celebration observed in Japan.

Earliest day on which Fast and Prayer Day can fall, while April 14 is the latest; celebrated on the second Friday in April (Liberia)

Earliest day on which Fast and Prayer Day can fall, while April 14 is the latest; celebrated on the second Friday in April (Liberia)

Part of Liberia's long-standing public holiday tradition.

International Romani Day

International Romani Day

A special observance honoring international romani.

National Zoo Lovers Day

National Zoo Lovers Day

A special observance honoring national zoo lovers.

National Healthy Schools Day

National Healthy Schools Day

A special observance honoring national healthy schools.

Draw a Picture of a Bird Day

Draw a Picture of a Bird Day

A special observance honoring draw a picture of a bird.

On This Day

Solar eclipse of April 8, 2024: A total solar eclipse takes place at the Moon's ascending node, visible across North America.
2024

Solar eclipse of April 8, 2024: A total solar eclipse takes place at the Moon's ascending node, visible across North America.

2020

Bernie Sanders ends his presidential campaign, leaving Joe Biden as the Democratic Party's nominee.

2014

Windows XP reaches its standard End Of Life and is no longer supported.

2010

U.S. President Barack Obama and Russian President Dmitry Medvedev sign the New START Treaty.

2005

A solar eclipse occurs, visible over areas of the Pacific Ocean and Latin American countries such as Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia and Venezuela.

2002

The Space Shuttle Atlantis is launched on mission STS-110, carrying the S0 truss to the International Space Station. Astronaut Jerry L. Ross also becomes the first person to fly on seven spaceflights.

1993

The Space Shuttle Discovery is launched on mission STS-56.

1990

The conservative New Democracy party of Constantine Mitsotakis is elected in the Greek parliamentary election.

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Today's Recipe

Salmon and Tomatoes Quesadillas
12 min

Salmon and Tomatoes Quesadillas

12 min

Fill tortillas with cooked salmon, tomatoes, and cheese. Pan-fry 2 min per side until golden and melty. Slice into wedges.

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Florida Man

Florida man who deliberately coughed at the attendant at the store was arrested

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Bad Review of the Day

Bad Review

I've had better coffee from a gas station. In 1997. In Oklahoma.

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Number of the Day

98

Day 98 of 365 (27%)

Element #98

CfCalifornium

Used in neutron sources

98 is divisible by 7

Born Today

Forrest Frank

Forrest Frank

1995 · American singer-songwriter

Cedi Osman

Cedi Osman

1995 · Turkish professional basketball player

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Anna Korakaki

1996 · Greek Olympic shooter

Kim Woo-jin

Kim Woo-jin

1997 · South Korean singer

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Saygrace

1997 · Australian singer and songwriter

Roquan Smith

Roquan Smith

1997 · American football player

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$2 cheeseburger every Wednesday

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Buy one, get one 50% off footlong

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Free item with $10+ purchase

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Daily Horoscope

Aries

The Moon moves through your sign, dearest ram, forming supportive connections with Saturn and Pluto early this morning. You'll brim with excitement while chasing hopes and dreams, but must recognize the importance of having a solid plan. Put some method behind your madness by approaching the day with purpose. Reinforce beneficial structures, and cut ties with unnecessary distractions or destructive influences. Acknowledge the value of making friends in high places, but don't expect favors until a genuine connection has been established. Appearing too eager will likely backfire when Luna and Jupiter square off, forcing you to hide away and lick your wounds.

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Desk Break

Person stretching at desk

Full body Desk Break

2 min

Your back will thank you

  1. 1Chair Crunch: 10×
  2. 2Chair Dips: 10×
  3. 3Heel Raises: 20×
  4. 4Chest Opener Stretch: 15s