Historical Events
Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour
Concert film “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” premieres at the Grove Shopping Complex in Los Angeles [1]
- Israel says it will not stop the bombardment of Gaza until hostages released, amid growing Gaza humanitarian crisis with 338,000 displaced and population without electricity or water [1]
- Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos becomes 1st MLB player to hit multiple home runs in consecutive post-season games, with 2 solos shots in 3-1 win over Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia and advance to National League Championship Series
- Roman scrolls burnt in Mt Vesuvius eruption at Herculaneum read for the first time, after computer-science student develops machine-learning algorithm - first word deciphered is purple [1]
Famous Deaths
- Lara Parker [Mary Rickey], American actress (Dark Shadows - "Angelique"; Save the Tiger; Race with the Devil), and novelist, dies at 84
- Rudolph Isley, American rock singer (Isley Brothers - "Shout"; "Twist and Shout"; "It's Your Thing"), and minister, dies at 84 [1]
Died in 2023 2023 Highlights
About October 12, 2023
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 6 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Libra
#1 Song: Paint The Town Red - 
#1 Song: Paint the Town Red - 
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