September 29th is officially Biscotti Day and World Heart Day.
We are now on the 272nd day of the year, congratulations for making it this far! There’s only 93 days left until next year.
People who were born on this day all share the Libra star sign.
September 29 in history has been an interesting day to say the least! Here you’re going to discover some important historical events, births and so much more right here!
Did you know that on this day in 1996, the Nintendo 64 gaming console was released in the US? It was initially named the “Nintendo Ultra 64” but was changed as Konami held a trademark for “Ultra Games.”
Keep reading for more interesting facts about September 29th in history!
What Happened On September 29 In History?
2018
Kanye West tweeted that he had changed his name to Ye.
The tweet read, "The being formally known as Kanye West. I am YE."
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US Magazine
2004
At just 0.010AU from Earth, 4179 Toutatis became the closest asteroid to Earth in the last century.
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NASA
1997
English singer-songwriter Robbie Williams released his debut solo album called “Life thru a Lens.”
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Wikipedia
1996
The Nintendo 64 gaming console was released in the US.
It was named after its 64-bit central processing unit and was the last major console that used game cartridges.
1985
Steven Spielberg’s American anthology series “Amazing Stories” aired for the first time on NBC-TV.
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Wikipedia
1954
The musical film “A Star is Born” with Judy Garland as the leading actress premiered at Pantages Theatre in Hollywood.
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Wikipedia
1650
Henry Robinson opened the first dating agency in the world.
Robinson's Citizens Advice Bureau was the first of its kind, and not only did it match servants to those who needed them like an employment agency, but it also matchmade those who couldn't find love. Although matchmakers had been around for many years, this was the first business of the kind, and it is considered the first dating agency that was based in London.
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Information Britain
1364
The Battle of Auray took place in the French town of Auray. The battle was between England and France, with the English winning.
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Wikipedia
Did you know that on this day, September 29th 1996, the Nintendo 64 gaming console was released in the US?