#6 september

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MTV VMAs, 6 September 2012

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6 September 1963

The Beatles' hit compilation is released five whole months after their first LP and prior to their US success. I'm going to copy part Tony Barrow's sleeve notes here so you can marvel at his sheer audacity:

The four numbers on this EP have been selected from The Lennon & McCartney Songbook. If that description sounds a trifle pompous perhaps I may suggest you preserve this sleeve for ten years, exhume it from your collection somewhere around the middle of 1973 and write me a very nasty letter if the pop people of the 70’s aren’t talking with respect about at least two of these titles as “early examples of modern beat standards taken from The Lennon & McCartney Songbook”.

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British aviator Beryl Markham is mobbed by reporters when she arrived at the Ritz Carlton Hotel on September 6, 1936. The plaster on her forehead covers cuts suffered when she crashed on the shore of Baleine Cove, Breton Island, Canada, due to a gasoline shortage caused by ice on the fuel tank. Her plane was badly damaged, but she escaped with a scratched face and a bruised body. She was trying to fly from Europe to New York. Although she did not reach New York, she became the first woman to fly the Atlantic east-west solo.

Photo: Associated Press

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New Gaza fundraiser asks I've received (6-7 September)

7 September

Hazem Tannera (@hazemfromgaza): Hazem is in Egypt right now but he is trying to evacuate his family of 10 who are still in Gaza.This includes his parents, his siblings, and 3 children. (https://gofund.me/ad53996b) (shared by 90-ghost)

Nahla & Mohammed Zaqout (@springbutterfly37): Nahla is a mother of 4 children whose husband is an expat living outside the country. She lives with her husband’s family but their house has been destroyed. (https://gofund.me/4c412abb) (Vetted by association. They are a relative of @/burningnightgiver (shared by 90-ghost), see post here for proof) ($1,310 USD raised of $45,000 target)

Nabila (@nabilaa63, @nabelamohamed): Nabila is 64 years old and suffers from chronic diseases, high blood pressure and diabetes. Given the lack of medication and treatment, Nabila cannot feel her limbs most of the time. She is fundraising to get medication and treatment and evacuate out of Gaza. (https://gofund.me/39c2807d) (shared by 90-ghost)

Mohammed M Siam (@mohammed-ms): Mohammed is a 23-year-old student fundraising to rebuild his home after it was destroyed in an attack. (https://gofund.me/d604283e) (vetted by association. He is a friend of @/yousefjehad3 (132 on the Bees and Watermelons verified fundraiser list, shared by 90-ghost, #255 on the verified fundraiser sheet vetted by el-shab-hussein and nabulsi), see post here for proof.) ($10 USD raised of $25,000 goal)

Hamada Shakhsa (post here): Hamada is 21 years old. His house has been destroyed by a missile. He was a third year uni student and is from a family of 8. His sister has 7 children and her husband is missing due to the war. He is trying to evacuate 7 people. (https://gofund.me/18a81adf)  (vetted by association. He is a friend of @/yousefjehad3 (132 on the Bees and Watermelons verified fundraiser list, shared by 90-ghost, #255 on the verified fundraiser sheet vetted by el-shab-hussein and nabulsi), see post here for proof.) ($416 USD raised of $20,000 goal)

Hadeel Abu Jiab (@palestinianhadeel): Hadeel is 26 years old. Her husband was killed by the occupation in front of their 3-year-old daughter Almas. HIs brother and his wife were also killed, leaving their child Najwa (5) orphaned. Her mother was injured in the foot and requires medical care. Her nience Samira needs medicine for her eyes. Her brother Ibrahim requires a medical operation on his back. She is trying to evacuate a total of 13 people. (https://gofund.me/c0fb09e8) (shared by 90-ghost) 

Habib (@abuadam86): Habib is married with 4 children: Menna (12), Adam (10)(suffering from quadriplegia), Maria (6), and Ezz (1). Their house has been destroyed and they are trying to evacuate out of Gaza. (https://gofund.me/61731615) (vetted by association. Habib is a brother in law of @/hashemsh12 (shared by 90-ghost, vetted and promoted by @/gaza-evacuation-funds). Habib is also a relative of @/hazemsuhail (vetted by association). See post here for proof.) (IG: @/habib_jeh.ad) (kr8,806 SEK raised of kr500,000 goal)

6 September

Em Ali Al-Habil (@emali-alhapil): Em Ali is a mother of ten children. She and two of her children suffer from asthma. There house was bombed while they were inside it.  (https://gofund.me/43e61759) (vetted by association. Em Ali Al-Habil is a sister of @aya2mohammed (vetted by el-shab-hussein and is listed as number 166 on the verified fundraiser list vetted by el-shab-hussein and nabulsi.) See post here for proof) (only €20 raised of €60,000 target)

Ahmed Alnabih (@ahmedgaza27): Ahmed is 27 years old and an architect. He is engaged to his partner Aya. They were supposed to get married in Februray 2024. Their house has been bombed and destroyed, and they are now displaced. (https://gofund.me/723d8635) (vetted by 90-ghost)

Click here for my Masterlist for fundraisers from 13 July - 25 July.

Click here for my Masterlist for fundraisers from 26 July -29 July.

Click here for my Masterlist for fundraisers from 30 July - 1 August.

Click here for my Masterlist for fundraisers from 2 August - 5 August.

Click here for my Masterlist for fundraisers from 6 August - 10 August.

Click here for my Masterlist for fundraisers from 11 August - 14 August.

Click here for my Masterlist for fundraisers from 15 August - 18 August

Click here for my Masterlist for fundrasiers from 19 August - 21 August

Click here for my Masterlist for fundrasiers from 22 August - 24 August

Click here for my Masterlist for fundraisers from 25 August - 28 August

Click here for my Masterlist for fundraisers from 29 August - 1 September

Click here for my Masterlist for fundraisers from 2 September - 5 September.

How does vetting and verification work? See post here. (also read comments regarding 90-ghost and why we trust the campaigns he has shared)

Click here for my Google Doc with my complete masterlist of all the Palestinian gfm asks I've received, updated daily (along with other verified ways to send aid to Gaza).

See post here for other verified ways to send aid to Gaza.

Don't forget your Daily Clicks on Arab.org, it's free!!! and Every click made is registered in their system and generates donation from sponsors/advertisers.

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September 06: Happy Birthday Lotte Jansson (Little Witch Academia)!!!!

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@5SOS: He's the best swimmer I know ❤️ @Calum5SOS

6 September 2014

[rabbitcruiser]

National Read a Book Day

For some people, reading is their ultimate form of relaxation and fun! For others, reading can seem like a bit of a chore. No matter what category you fall into, we encourage you to embrace National Read a Book Day. Usually, it is simply about finding the right book for you. From memoirs to sci-fi; there are so many different types of books out there today, so use National Read a Book Day to find the perfect book for you to really get stuck into. Read on to discover everything that you need to know about National Read a Book Day and the different ways that you can celebrate this date.

Learn about National Read a Book Day

National Read a Book Day is the perfect day to get lost in a good book. You are encouraged to get your head down and get lost in a story, whether fact or fictional. It is also a great day for encouraging others to read books and raising awareness about them. After all, there are many different benefits that are associated with reading. This includes the fact that it can lower stress, as well as improving concentration and memory. Studies have shown that adults who spend time reading tend to take part in activities over their lifetime that are more mentally stimulating when compared with those who don’t, as well as showing a slower cognitive decline. Plus, books are an inexpensive way of learning more about the world and having fun.

There are so many reasons why we recommend reading a book, not only on National Read a Book Day, but whenever you find time out of your bust schedule to do so. Reading a book gives you the chance to sit in your favorite chair and enjoy some peace and quiet after all. Plus, if you are one of those people that love quotes, you are going to find plenty of good ones when reading a book.

You know you’ve read a good book when you turn the last page and feel a little as if you have lost a friend.

Other reasons why we recommend reading books is because most movies out there are based on novels, which often tend to be better than the films. After all, there is only so much that you can cram into a couple of hours on screen, whereas a book is going to enable you to delve deeper into the journey. Plus, books aren’t only about reading great tales. There are a lot of books out there that can change your perspective on life and help you to live life to the fullest. You will be surprised by how much a book like this can change your outlook and bring a lot of good to your existence.

History of National Read a Book Day

The first celebration of National Read a Book Day was around the end of the first decade of the 2000s and was almost certainly the idea of a librarian, probably one who was encouraging youngsters to read a book.

Of course, there are a lot of significant dates in history relating to books. In 1455, people around the World were given the chance to read thanks to the Gutenberg Bible. This was the first book that was mass-printed. It was produced in Mainz, Germany. As the name indicates, it is a Bible. It was produced by Johann Gutenberg and it is written in Latin.

The first book that was printed in English was the “The Recuyell of the Historyes of Troye.” This was printed by William Caxton in 1473. The text is a translation of the French stories about Troy. We’d have to wait several hundred years for the first book to be written on a typewriter. This was Mark Twain’s “Tom Sawyer.”

National Read a Book Day Timeline

4000 BC Writing begins in Mesopotamia

With some rudimentary squiggles and lines that represent pictures of animals, marks are made on clay that are the first parts of writing.

Akkadian Princess and High Priestess Enheduanna writes hymns and signs her name on the clay tablets. These and other early texts are meant to be read out loud.

7th Century BC First organized library is established

In the Ancient Middle East, an Assyrian ruler in Nineveh creates a collection of more than 30,000 cruciform tablets.

1450 Gutenberg invents the printing press

An invention that changed everything for education is developed as a working prototype in Germany by Gutenberg. It is ready for commercial use in just a few more years.

1800s-1900s Literacy rates rise

As the Industrial Revolution brings an increase of accessibility to books, the ability to read also increases for the common person.

How to celebrate National Read a Book Day

Reading is a form of prayer, a guided meditation that briefly makes us believe we’re someone else, disrupting the delusion that we’re permanent and at the center of the universe. Suddenly (we’re saved!) other people are real again, and we’re fond of them.

On National Read a Book Day, it’s not compulsory to read a whole book but the day serves as inspiration to people to read a section of a book they particularly enjoyed, to read with children, to donate a book to a children’s school library, or to host a book reading party.

Although the day was probably thought of with print books in mind, e-books are equally suitable for celebrating National Read a Book Day. The main goal is to encourage reading, as both fiction and non-fiction books open up huge unknown vistas to enquiring minds.

Taking the opportunity to enjoy some time out of the day to relax and read is good for the soul and the mind.

Not only is National Read a Book Day a good day for you to, well, read a book, but it is also a good day to encourage other people to do the same. You can spread the word online about the benefits that are associated with reading. You can share your favorite books, as they may encourage other people to give them a read.

We would also recommend joining a book club. You can join a book club in your local area or you could join an online book club if you don’t want to go to meetings face-to-face. Book clubs are a lot of fun because they encourage you to read more and you can share your thoughts on a good book with others. If you are already a member of a book club, why not use National Read a Book Day to organize a book party for them? You can invite all of the members of the book club and discuss a book. You can all bring a dish that is inspired by the book. This is a great way to have fun and celebrate your love of books together.

Another way to celebrate National Read a Book Day is by organizing your books. Do you have a whole host of books scattered around your home? Maybe you have a book full of books that is simply gathering dust? If so, now would be the perfect opportunity for you to organize your books. You can decide on which books you’re going to keep and which books you won’t read again. For the ones that you won’t read again, you have several different options here. You could take them to a second-hand book store, you could sell them online, or you could donate them to a charity. It’s up to you! You will feel much better for it. After all, clutter can cause chaos in the mind, and this can make it impossible for you to relax and fully embrace a good book.

So there you have it: some of the different ways that you can celebrate National Read a Book Day. Of course, the best way to celebrate this day is by grabbing a good book and getting lost in it.

National Read a Book Day FAQs

When is National Read a Book Day?

National Read a Book Day comes every year on September 6 when people set aside other activities and enjoy the beauty of reading a good, old-fashioned book.

How to Read a Book online?

The internet offers a variety of sources to read online books for free, especially older books that have aged out of their copyright. Project Gutenberg, Open Book, Open Library and The Library of Congress all have free items on offer.

What is National Read a Book Day?

National Read a Book Day is just what it sounds like–it’s a day that encourages people to read a book! Set aside some time to sit in a room and quietly read a book–whether reading for yourself or to a child.

How to celebrate National Read a Book Day?

Whether going to a library, starting a book club, donating a book or buying one, this is the day to enjoy everything that has to do with reading and sharing a book.

How was the first book printed?

The first books were originally written by hand, then block printing was used in China in the Tang Dynasty, followed by the printing press that came into commercial use in 1450.

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#OTD in Irish History | 6 September:

1798 – United Irishmen Rebellion: Humbert marches to Drumkeeran. Lake is still tailing Humbert. 1813 – Isaac Butt, barrister, politician and founder of the Home Rule movement, is born in Glenfin, Co Donegal. 1831 – Birth in Rosscarbery, Co Cork of Jeremiah O’Donovan Rossa, one of the founders of the Fenian Brotherhood. 1890 – Birth of John Weldon; alternatively “A. E. Weldon”), known by his pen-…

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For a while now, there have been too many days in which the curtains don't get opened. Days in which I don't get dressed. Days of disordered eating. Days of not leaving the house.

And I know what it means, but I have been too tired to do anything about it.

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Mistigram: we have learned from AdeptApril's #ANSIart screen that today is Fight #Procrastination Day, but if you wanted to postpone engaging that particular challenge until the weekend... I don't think it would be the end of the world. (Maybe next month would be even better!)

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“I think most of the people who were crowdsurfing at the VMAs were posers. We weren’t really crowdsurfing. We sort of got crowd-eaten. They sort of collapsed on us and that was… fun.” — Billie Joe Armstrong

MTV VMAs, 6 September 2012

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6 September 1966

On this date, at the age of 25, John Lennon decides what glasses he's going to wear the rest of his life.

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The ice breaker "City of New York" sails from New York Harbor, September 6, 1928, captained by Commander Richard Byrd, at the start of its 13,000 mile voyage to Antarctica.

Photo: Associated Press

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Full (mad scientist) character portraits for WWDITS Season 6, shared by TV Insider!

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September 06: Happy Birthday Zakuro Fujiwara (Tokyo Mew Mew)!!!!

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@Ashton5SOS, 6 September 2015

Artwork by @andywabp