SEPTEMBER 21 WORLD EVENTS

WORLD EVENTS OF SEPTEMBER 21: PRESENT AND PAST

Rescue Benghazi Day: Libyans Protest Islamist Militias

Rescue Benghazi Day is a peaceful protest by thousands of Libyans who marched in Benghazi in support of democracy and against the Islamist militias that were involved in the attack on the US consulate that killed four Americans including the US Ambassador Christopher Stevens. The protesters considered that the attack on the US embassy  was  an excessive revengeful step taken by the militia groups

The "Rescue Benghazi Day" demonstration called for the government to disband armed groups that have refused to give up their weapons since the Libiya Revolt in 2011. The protest was against the militias and it was their demand that all of them should join the army or security forces as individuals, not as groups.

Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley Convert to Bank Holding Companies in 2008

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On September 21, 2008, Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley converted to bank holding companies, becoming the last two big investment banks to do so. The conversion was approved by the Federal Reserve and came in the midst of the global financial crisis. The conversion to bank holding company status was a significant step for Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley. It marked the end of an era of deregulation and the beginning of a new era of stricter regulation for the financial industry.

There were three reasons why Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley chose to become bank holding companies.

First, it gave them access to the Federal Reserve's discount window, which is a backup source of funding for depository institutions. This was important at a time when markets were frozen and it was difficult for banks to borrow money.

Second, becoming a bank holding company meant that Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley would be subject to stricter regulation, but it also came with greater legitimacy and stability. This was important for reassuring investors and clients, and for attracting new business.

Third, becoming a bank holding company allowed Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley to expand their range of products and services. For example, they could now accept deposits from customers, which would give them a more stable source of funding.

Iraq Bombings on September 21, 2013: A Devastating Day of Carnage

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On September 21, 2013, Iraq was rocked by a wave of car and suicide bombings. These coordinated attacks targeted both central and northern regions of the country, with the most significant devastation occurring during a funeral in Sadr City, a predominantly Shi'ite neighbourhood in Baghdad. The series of bombings resulted in a devastating toll, claiming the lives of at least 115 people and leaving more than 200 others severely injured.

1999 Taiwan Earthquake: 7.6 Richter Natural Disaster

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On September 21, 1999, Taiwan was shaken by a catastrophic earthquake. This seismic disaster resulted in a devastating loss of life, with more than 2,400 casualties. Additionally, the earthquake wreaked havoc on countless buildings, leaving them damaged or in ruins. The aftermath of the disaster left approximately 100,000 people homeless, underscoring the immense scale of the tragedy and the urgent need for recovery efforts.

Zond- 6: First Spacecraft to Land in Water Sept 21, 1968

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On September 21, 1968, an unusual incident happened with the Zond-6 probe launched by the USSR. When it was coming back to Earth, it didn't land where it was supposed to on the ground but landed in the water of the Indian Ocean. This was the first time a spacecraft had landed in the water in the history of space exploration because it showed that we could bring things back from space in a new way.

Japanese Bombing of Canton: A Barbaric Act of War

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On September 21, 1937, Japanese warplanes carried out a relentless bombing of the city of Canton, China, for a shocking one and a half hours. This brutal attack resulted in the tragic loss of thousands of innocent civilian lives as areas, including markets, schools, and hospitals were targeted and the whole city was devastated. The barbaric act of war was a crime against humanity and a clear violation of the laws of war that provoked international outrage on one hand while on the other hand, it filled the hearts of Chinese civilians with nationalism.

Armenian Independence Referendum: Armenia Declares Independence from the Soviet Union on Sept 21, 1991

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On September 21, 1991, Armenia held a referendum on independence from the erstwhile USSR. The referendum was held after Armenia refused to sign the New Union Treaty, which was an attempt to reform the Soviet Union into a looser federation. The Armenian people overwhelmingly voted in favour of freedom.

Belize Independence Day: 21st September 1981

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Belize is a small country located in Central America, capital Belmopan, celebrated its independence day on September 21st of every year from the United Kingdom Of Britain in 1981.

Malta Independence Day: 21st September 1964

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Malta is an archipelago country whose capital is Valletta, situated between Sicily and the North African coast in the central Mediterranean. Malta Independence Day is celebrated on September 21st of every year to commemorate the country's independence from the United Kingdom Of Britain in 1964.

International Day of Peace: World Peace Day

Every year on September 21, the world observes the International Day of Peace, a significant global event dedicated to promoting peace and harmony. This United Nations-established day serves as a platform to emphasize the importance of peace and encourages individuals and nations to engage in conflict resolution, understanding, and the pursuit of a more peaceful and equitable society

This year's theme of International Day of Peace is "Actions for Peace: Our Ambition for the #GlobalGoals". This year's 2023 World Peace Day celebration coincides with the midpoint milestone of the SDG summit (18 – 19 September)

In 1981, the United Nations established the International Day of Peace and in 2001, unanimously designated the Day as a chapter of non-violence and cease-fire.

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day: Celebrating the Father of Ghana

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Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day is celebrated on September 21st of every year in Ghana to commemorate the life and legacy of Ghana's first president, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. Nkrumah was a leading figure in the African independence movement, and he played a key role in leading Ghana to independence from the United Kingdom in 1957.

Nkrumah was a visionary leader who had a grand vision for Africa. He believed that Africa should be united and independent, and he worked tirelessly to promote Pan-Africanism. Nkrumah was also a strong advocate for social justice and economic development. He implemented a number of policies aimed at improving the lives of Ghanaians, including providing free education and healthcare.

World Alzheimer's Day: 21 September

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Globally, every year the whole month of September is observed as World Alzheimer's Month while the 21st of September is marked as World Alzheimer's Day to educate about Alzheimer's disease, its symptoms, causes and mitigating remedies and its various misconceptions to the patients and their wards. Alzheimer's Disease is classified as a type of Dementia and it differs from age-related memory loss.

BACKGROUND:

Alzheimer's Disease International (ADI) is an organisation founded in 1984 with the objective of helping Alzheimer's disease patients and their families. ADI also runs Alzheimer's University and declared 21st September 1994 as the first World Alzheimer's Day on the eve of its tenth foundation day anniversary at Edinburgh, the hilly capital city of Scotland. In 2012, the first Alzheimer's Month campaign was observed.

Alzheimer's Disease: It is a progressive brain disorder that affects memory, thinking and behaviour. In this disease, the patient's brain shrinks in size and shape leading to a slow decline in memory, thinking, behaviour and social skills.

Alzheimer's is a severe brain disorder of memory loss and confusion, if not diagnosed and managed on time, can adversely impact one's mental abilities of learning, thinking, reasoning, remembering, problem-solving, decision-making, and attention, which could compromise one's day-to-day life activities and control over emotions. Finland, a Nordic Region Scandinavian country ranks first with the maximum number of Alzheimer's patients in the world.

Discovery: It was discovered by a German psychiatrist Alois Alzheimer in 1901 and derived its name from his surname, Alzheimer.

Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease:

Initial phase symptoms include Memory loss, difficulty in performing day-to-day tasks, trouble with speech, personality changes and mood swings.

Last Phase Symptoms include frequent statements repetition, forgetting names of family members, misplacement of things and having trouble in expressing thoughts and emotions.

Remedies: As such there is no permanent cure for Alzheimer's. However, medication can help mitigate the risk and reduce its rate of development. Yoga, meditation. maintaining a good lifestyle and breathing exercises significantly help to reduce the risk of this disease.

Risk Factors: Individuals above 65 age, Genetics, Depression, Brain Injury, Alcohol and Smoking Addiction.

2023 THEME: The theme for 2023, World Alzheimer's Day is "Never too early, never too late".

The past themes for World Alzheimer's Day are:

YEAR	THEME OF WORLD ALZHIMER’S DAY 21 SEPTEMBER
2022	Know Dementia, Know Alzheimer's
2021	Know Dementia, Know Alzheimer's
2020	Let's talk about dementia
2019	Let's talk about dementia
2018	Every 3 Seconds, Someone in the World Develops Dementia