This is our day guide for Tuesday August 24th 2021 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?
Holidays on August 24th 2021
Liberia: Flag Day
The holiday was first observed in an 1847 convention, when the founding fathers approved the flag's design as well as the new republicRegional
Malaysia (regional): Melaka Governor's Birthday
The official birthday of the Governor of Melaka is observed on August 24.
Myanmar: Public Holiday
Myanmar has announced five days of public holidays to curb the spread of COVID-19.
Ukraine: Independence Day
Commemoration of the Declaration of Independence from the USSR in August 1991.
Zambia: Public Holiday
Public Holiday for the presidential inauguration of Kakainde HichilemaAugust 23rd 2021 | Go to Today | August 25th 2021
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| General Information for August 24th 2021 | |
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| There are 5 public holidays today. | |
| Day 236 of 2021 | |
| 129 days left in 2021 | |
| Week 34 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 2006 - The International Astronomical Union (IAU) redefines the term "planet" such that Pluto is now considered a dwarf planet. | |
| 1991 - Mikhail Gorbachev resigns as head of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. | |
| 1814 - During the War of 1812, the British capture Washington, DC and set fire to the White House. | |
| 79 - Mount Vesuvius erupts. The cities of Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Stabiae are buried in volcanic ash (note: this traditional date has been challenged, and many scholars believe that the event occurred on October 24). |
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