Good morning and happy Friday everyone! Hope you’ve been having a great week!
Fun Fact: Chewing gum can help you stay focused on tasks for a longer period of time, according to a study by the British Psychological Society (BPS). It can also help your memorization skills.
On this day
In 1919, Oregon becomes the first state to put a tax on gasoline (one cent per gallon).
In 1940, an NHL game is televised for the first time ever (New York Rangers at Montreal Canadiens).
In 1945, Turkey declares war on Germany (World War II).
In 1998, Tommy Lee is arrested on battery charges.
In 2018, the Russian national hockey team (OAR) beats Germany 4-3 in overtime in the gold medal game at the Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympic games.
National holidays
According to National Today, today is National Chocolate Covered Nut Day, National Clam Chowder Day, Yukon Heritage Day, and the Carnival of Brazil.
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Celebrity birthdays
If your birthday is today, you share a birthday with George Harrison (would’ve been 79), ex-wrestler Ric Flair (73), actress Rashida Jones (46), comedian Chelsea Handler (47), Toronto Raptors star Fred VanVleet (28), actress Isabelle Fuhrman (25), and comedian Carrot Top (57).
Have a great Friday and a great weekend!
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