International Disarmament Day
On July 9, 2001, the UN established International Disarmament Day. This event is associated with the negative consequences of prolonged armed conflicts in countries located in Southeast Europe.
After the resolution of conflicts in this region, there was a significant amount of weaponry that exceeded needs, was illegally held, and used for criminal activities, leading to human casualties.
To prevent the illegal flow of arms, responsible disposal, and safety within the territories of the Balkan states, the member states of the UN signed a Regional Plan to Combat Excessive Stockpiling and Illegal Trafficking of Weapons.
The project was initiated by the UNDP and others, with the main component being the support and financial assistance to the authorities of Southeast European countries for the disposal of excess and confiscated weapons. Over the years of the campaign, almost all countries have held events to reduce the number of weapons with the support of the EU, UNDP, and various NGOs, which provided assistance for the successful implementation of these projects.
Fashion Day
Every year on July 9, we celebrate Fashion Day, a holiday of personal style and individual aesthetics. This day provides everyone the opportunity to showcase their unique attitude towards fashion through clothing and accessories. In modern society, where every individual has a special way to express their style, fashion becomes an integral part of collective identity.
What religious holiday is today
July 9 in the church calendar marks the day of remembrance of Saint Pancratius, Bishop of Taormina. Pancratius' parents were from Antioch. When he learned about the blessing of Jesus Christ, he was baptized in Antioch by the apostles. According to tradition, he made a pilgrimage to Jerusalem and then led a monastic life in the Pontic mountains. Later, Peter appointed him bishop of Taormina in Sicily. A month later, Pancratius built a city church and converted all the townspeople to Christianity. He met a martyr's death in Taormina at the hands of pagans who stoned him. The relics of Saint Pancratius are kept in the Roman Church of Saint Pancratius. There is also a church bearing his name in Taormina.
What should not be done on this day
- One should not start new undertakings.
- It is not allowed to refuse help.
- Heavy work is prohibited.
Folk signs
- A dark moon means it will rain until the end of July.
- If blueberries haven't ripened yet, it will be a cold autumn.
- If spiders are spinning webs near the house, good weather is expected.
- Dull stars indicate a frosty winter.
Memorable events on July 9
- 1357 - Emperor Charles IV laid the Charles Bridge over the Vltava in Prague.
- 1686 - seven European states formed the Augsburg Alliance to stop the expansion of the Kingdom of France in Western Europe.
- 1789 - The National Assemblies in the Kingdom of France proclaimed themselves Constituent.
- 1811 - a major fire occurred in Podil, Kyiv. The fire destroyed most of the 2068 Podil houses.
- 1816 - Argentina declared independence from the Spanish Empire.
- 1877 - the first final of the tennis tournament at Wimbledon, with Spencer Hirst as the winner.
- 1900 - Queen Victoria approved the Law on the Creation of the Australian Federation, based on which a new state, the Federation of Australia, was created (from January 1, 1901).
- 1955 - the Pugwash movement for peace, disarmament, and international security was founded (Russell-Einstein Manifesto published).
- 1955 - the famous rock 'n' roll song 'Rock Around the Clock' (authored by Bill Haley, performed by Bill Haley & His Comets) topped the American Billboard chart.
- 1961 - a monument to T. G. Shevchenko was opened in Winnipeg (Canada).
- 1972 - in the vicinity of the village of Khrestishche (Kharkiv region) the first underground nuclear explosion in Ukraine was conducted.
- 2002 - The Organization of African Unity, uniting 53 African countries, was officially transformed into the African Union.
- 2006 - The final match of the World Cup in Germany. Italy defeated France in the penalty shootout and became the world champion for the fourth time.
- 2018 - Ukraine-EU summit, an agreement was signed between Ukraine and the EIB for a loan of €75 million for the project 'Improving Road Safety in Cities of Ukraine'.
Name Days
Today's Angel Day is celebrated by Andriy, Ivan, Kyrylo, Kostyantyn, Mykhailo, Oleksandr, and Fedor.
July 9 marks the International Day of Disarmament and Fashion Day. This day is dedicated to the peaceful resolution of conflicts and the expression of one's style through clothing and accessories. This day also honors the memory of Saint Pancratius, the Bishop of Taormina.