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TODAY IN HISTORY: OCTOBER 5


1803: Louisiana Purchase Ratified by US Senate


Washington D.C. - The United States Senate ratified the Louisiana Purchase, a landmark treaty that saw the US acquire approximately 828,000 square miles of land from France for $15 million. The purchase effectively doubled the size of the United States, setting the stage for westward expansion.


1864: Cyclone Devastates Calcutta


Calcutta, India - A powerful cyclone struck the Indian city of Calcutta, leaving widespread destruction in its wake. The storm destroyed thousands of homes, uprooted trees, and claimed hundreds of lives.


1908: Bulgaria Declares Independence


Sofia, Bulgaria - Bulgaria declared its independence from the Ottoman Empire, ending nearly 500 years of Turkish rule. The declaration was met with jubilation across the country.


1910: Portugal Becomes Republic


Lisbon, Portugal - Portugal's monarchy was abolished, and the country was declared a republic. The revolution marked the end of the 700-year-old Braganza dynasty.


1938: Germany Mobilizes Troops


Berlin, Germany - Germany mobilized troops along the Czechoslovakian border, heightening tensions in the region. The move was seen as a precursor to the invasion of Czechoslovakia.


1947: First Televised White House Address


Washington D.C. - President Harry Truman delivered the first televised White House address, speaking to the nation about the food shortage in Europe.


1953: Aspirin Introduced


New York, USA - The first consumer-level aspirin was introduced, revolutionizing pain relief.


1962: The Beatles Release "Love Me Do


London, UK - The Beatles released their debut single, "Love Me Do," marking the beginning of the British Invasion.


1970: Public Broadcasting Act Signed


Washington D.C. - President Richard Nixon signed the Public Broadcasting Act, establishing the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.


1974: Guildford Pub Bombing


Guildford, UK - The Guildford pub bombing occurred, killing five people and injuring 65.


1988: Pinochet Loses Plebiscite


Santiago, Chile - Chilean military dictator Augusto Pinochet lost a national plebiscite, paving the way for democratic reforms.


1990: German Reunification Begins


Berlin, Germany - The German reunification process began, marking the end of the division between East and West Germany.


1993: WHO Releases HIV/AIDS Report


Geneva, Switzerland - The World Health Organization released its first report on HIV/AIDS, highlighting the growing global epidemic.


2000: Milošević Resigns


Belgrade, Yugoslavia - President Slobodan Milošević resigned, ending his authoritarian rule.


2011: Steve Jobs Passes Away


Palo Alto, USA - Apple Inc. co-founder Steve Jobs passed away, leaving behind a legacy of innovation.


2014: Ebola Epidemic Declared


Geneva, Switzerland - The World Health Organization declared the Ebola virus epidemic in West Africa.


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On this day 2011 Apple Inc. Co-Founder  Steve  Jobs Passes Away 


This Day in 2014 Ebola Epidemic Declared




October 5 marks two significant anniversaries: the passing of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs in 2011 and the declaration of the Ebola epidemic in West Africa in 2014.


Steve Jobs: A Visionary Legacy


Seven years ago, the world mourned the loss of Steve Jobs, the visionary co-founder, chairman, and CEO of Apple Inc. Jobs' innovative spirit revolutionized the tech industry, transforming the way people interact with technology.


Born on February 24, 1955, in San Francisco, California, Jobs grew up in Mountain View, California. He dropped out of Reed College in Portland, Oregon, but continued auditing classes that interested him. In 1976, Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne founded Apple Computer in Jobs' parents' garage. The Apple I, designed and hand-built by Wozniak, was introduced at the Homebrew Computer Club.


Under Jobs' leadership, Apple introduced groundbreaking products: the Macintosh Computer (1984), iPod (2001), iPhone (2007), and iPad (2010). He also acquired Pixar Animation Studios, which was later acquired by Disney in 2006.


Jobs' legacy extends beyond technology. He was a master showman, renowned for his captivating product launches. His emphasis on design and user experience raised the bar for the industry.


Ebola Epidemic: A Global Health Crisis


Three years ago, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Ebola epidemic in West Africa. The outbreak began in Guinea and spread to Liberia and Sierra Leone, infecting over 28,000 people and claiming over 11,000 lives.


Ebola, named after the Ebola River in the Democratic Republic of Congo, was first identified in 1976. The virus was discovered in Yambuku, Democratic Republic of Congo (then Zaire), and has since caused periodic outbreaks.


The 2014 epidemic was the largest and most complex, spreading to other countries, including the United States and Europe. The WHO, governments, and humanitarian organizations worked together to establish treatment centers, implement contact tracing, and distribute protective equipment.


The Ebola epidemic highlighted global health vulnerabilities, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and international cooperation. The crisis led to significant investments in global health infrastructure and research.


Today, we remember Steve Jobs' innovative spirit and the lessons learned from the Ebola epidemic. These two events have had a lasting impact on human history, shaping the world we live in.