Today marks the 270th day of the year, with 96 days left in 2024. On this day in history, the first-ever debate between presidential nominees took place in 1960, featuring John F. Kennedy and Richard M. Nixon. Other notable events on September 26 include the British occupation of Philadelphia during the American Revolution in 1777, the sinking of the Japanese ferry Toya Maru in 1954, and the creation of the NC-17 rating by the Motion Picture Association of America in 1990.
In more recent history, in 2020, President Donald Trump nominated Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court, filling the seat left vacant by the death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Barrett was confirmed the following month. In 2022, the NASA spacecraft Dart successfully rammed an asteroid in a groundbreaking maneuver.
Celebrating their birthdays today are country singer David Frizzell, television host Anne Robinson, singer Bryan Ferry, author Jane Smiley, actor Linda Hamilton, and many others. Hockey Hall of Famers Daniel and Henrik Sedin, tennis player Serena Williams, and singer-actor Christina Milian are also among those celebrating their special day today.
Today’s historical events and birthdays showcase the diversity and significance of September 26 throughout history.
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