Some dates carry moments that reshape science, expose industrial risks and influence global culture. April 24 brings together events that range from breakthroughs in space exploration to disasters that prompted worldwide debate. Here is a look at five notable events tied to this day.
Hubble Space Telescope launched (1990)
On April 24, 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery. The telescope has since provided some of the most detailed images of distant galaxies, helping transform our understanding of the universe.
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Armenian Genocide remembrance begins (1915 context)
April 24 is widely observed as a day of remembrance for the victims of the Armenian Genocide. The date marks the arrest of Armenian intellectuals in Constantinople in 1915, seen as the beginning of the mass killings.
Sachin Tendulkar born (1973)
Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar was born on April 24, 1973, in Mumbai. Widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in cricket history, he holds numerous international records.
Rana Plaza building collapse in Bangladesh (2013)
On April 24, 2013, the Rana Plaza collapse occurred near Dhaka, Bangladesh. The building housed garment factories and the collapse killed more than 1,100 people, raising global concerns about workplace safety.
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International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace observed (2018 onward)
International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace is observed on April 24 to promote international cooperation and peaceful conflict resolution.
