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President Harry S. Truman signs a directive creating the Central Intelligence Group, the predecessor to the Central Intelligence Agency.
National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for January 22, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.
January 22, 2026 celebrates Celebration Of Life Day, plus 3 more. Celebration of Life Day on January 22nd honors the children and grandchildren who bring joy to our lives. The day is a reminder that each child and each life is to be held as a precious gift with the highest respect and dignity.
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On January 22nd each year, National Sanctity of Human Life Day recognizes the value of every human life. The day celebrates human life from the moment of conception and is set on the anniversary of the 1973 Roe v. Wade U.S. Supreme Court Decision.
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President Harry S. Truman signs a directive creating the Central Intelligence Group, the predecessor to the Central Intelligence Agency.
The sketch comedy television show, Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In, premiers on NBC. Comedians Dan Rowan and Dick Martin hosted the show for five years.
During a Super Bowl XVIII commercial, the Apple Macintosh computer is introduced. It is the first home computer to utilize a mouse and graphical user interface.
Aboard the space shuttle Discovery, the first Canadian woman and first neurologist launched into space. Dr. Roberta Bondar began her training in 1984 with the Canadian Space Agency.
The United States Senate confirmed Madeleine Albright as the first female United States Secretary of State. President Bill Clinton appointed her to the Cabinet position, and she served until January 20, 2001. January 22nd Celebrated Birthdays
Longer-running observances that include this date.
World Health Esteem Month
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National Store Brands Month
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National Hobby Month
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National Hot Tea Month
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National Cbd Month
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National Slavery And Human Trafficking Prevention Month
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National Blood Donor Month
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National Menudo Month
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National Black Diamond Month
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National Bath Safety Month
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National Mentoring Month
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