INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR NATURAL DISASTER REDUCTION: SECOND WEDNESDAY IN OCTOBER 2010

 

INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR NATURAL DISASTER REDUCTION

Quick Facts

The United Nations’ (UN) International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction is annually observed on the second Wednesday of October to promote a global culture of natural disaster risk reduction.

Local names

Name	Language
International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	English
Día Internacional para la Reducción de los Desastres Naturales	Spanish

International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction 2010

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction 2011

Wednesday, October 12, 2011
List of dates for other years listed below.

The United Nations’ (UN) International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction is annually observed on the second Wednesday of October to raise the profile of disaster risk reduction. It also encourages people and governments to participate in building more resilient communities and nations.

Many people have lost their homes because of natural disasters. ©iStockphoto.com/Dan Moore

What do people do?

Activities for the International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction usually include media announcements about launches for campaigns that center on the day’s theme. Governments and communities also take part in the International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction through various events such as drawing, drama, essay or photography competitions that focus on making people aware of natural disaster reduction and increasing their preparedness for such situations. Other activities include: community tree planting; conferences, fairs and seminars; and street parades.

Public life

The International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction is a global observance and not a public holiday.

Background

Many people around the world have lost their lives, homes or access to essential facilities, such as hospitals, due to natural disasters, including earthquakes, droughts, tsunamis, heavy flooding, hurricanes or cyclones. Some of these disasters have caused economic damage to some countries. The UN acknowledges that education, training, and information exchanges are effective ways to help people become better equipped in withstanding natural disasters.

On December 22, 1989, the UN General Assembly designated the second Wednesday of October as the International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction. This event was to be observed annually during the International Decade for Natural Disaster Reduction, 1990-1999. On December 20, 2001, the assembly decided to maintain the observance to promote a global culture of natural disaster reduction, including disaster prevention, mitigation and preparedness.

Symbols

The UN logo is often associated with marketing and promotional material for this event. It features a projection of a world map (less Antarctica) centered on the North Pole, inscribed in a wreath consisting of crossed conventionalized branches of the olive tree. The olive branches symbolize peace and the world map depicts the area of concern to the UN in achieving its main purpose, peace and security. The projection of the map extends to 60 degrees south latitude, and includes five concentric circles.

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International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction Observances

Weekday	Date	Year	Name	Holiday type	Where it is observed
Wed	Oct 10	1990	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 9	1991	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 14	1992	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 13	1993	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 12	1994	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 11	1995	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 9	1996	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 8	1997	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 14	1998	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 13	1999	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 11	2000	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 10	2001	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 9	2002	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 8	2003	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 13	2004	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 12	2005	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 11	2006	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 10	2007	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 8	2008	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 14	2009	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 13	2010	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 12	2011	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 10	2012	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 9	2013	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 8	2014	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 14	2015	International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction	United Nation day

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WORLD HABITAT DAY: FIRST MONDAY IN OCTOBER, 2010

 

WORLD HABITAT DAY

Quick Facts

The United Nations’ (UN) World Habitat Day reflects on the state of human settlements and people’s right to sufficient shelter.

Local names

Name	Language
World Habitat Day	English
Día Mundial del Hábitat	Spanish

World Habitat Day 2010

Monday, October 4, 2010

World Habitat Day 2011

Monday, October 3, 2011
List of dates for other years listed below.

The United Nations’ (UN) World Habitat Day is annually celebrated on the first Monday of October to reflect on the state of human settlements and people’s right to sufficient shelter. It also aims to remind people that they are responsible for the habitat of future next generations.

World Habitat Day reflects on the state of human settlements and promotes the right to sufficient shelter. ©iStockphoto.com/fotoVoyager

What do people do?

World Habitat Day is celebrated in many countries around the world, including in places such as Angola, China, India, Mexico, Poland, Uganda and the United States. Various activities around the world are organized to examine the problems of rapid urbanization and its impact on the environment and human poverty.  Activities may include awards ceremonies, including the “Habitat Scroll of Honour” award.

Public life

World Habitat Day is a global observance and not a public holiday.

Background

The UN’s World Habitat Day was first celebrated in 1986 with the theme “Shelter is My Right”. Nairobi was allocated as the host city for the observance that year. This annual event is held on the first Monday of October with a new theme each year. Previous themes included: “Shelter for the Homeless” (1987); “Our Neighbourhood” (1995); “Future Cities” (1997); “Safer Cities” (1998); “Women in Urban Governance” (2000); “Cities without Slums” (2001) and “Water and Sanitation for Cities” (2003).

An important highlight of the day is the “Habitat Scroll of Honour” award, which was launched by the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UNHSP) in 1989. It is believed to be the world’s most prestigious human settlements award and aims to acknowledge initiatives that make outstanding contributions in areas such as shelter provision, highlighting the plight of the homeless, leadership in post conflict reconstruction, and developing and improving the human settlements and the quality of urban life.

Symbols

The UNHSP logo and slogan are often associated with World Habitat Day. The logo features The logo features a wreath consisting of crossed conventionalized branches of an olive tree encapsulating a circle. Within the circle is a figure of a person with his/her arms stretched out. The figure appears to be standing in front of a triangle. Underneath the image are the words “UN-HABITAT”. The slogan: “Shelter For All” is written in capital letters and sometimes appears next to the logo.

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World Habitat Day Observances

Weekday	Date	Year	Name	Holiday type	Where it is observed
Mon	Oct 6	1986	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 5	1987	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 3	1988	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 2	1989	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 1	1990	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 7	1991	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 5	1992	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 4	1993	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 3	1994	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 2	1995	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 7	1996	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 6	1997	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 5	1998	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 4	1999	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 2	2000	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 1	2001	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 7	2002	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 6	2003	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 4	2004	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 3	2005	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 2	2006	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 1	2007	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 6	2008	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 5	2009	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 4	2010	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 3	2011	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 1	2012	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 7	2013	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 6	2014	World Habitat Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 5	2015	World Habitat Day	United Nation day

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WORLD TEACHER’S DAY: OCTOBER 5, 2010

 

WORLD TEACHER’S DAY

Quick Facts

The United Nations’ (UN) World Teachers’ Day commemorates the work of teachers and their contributions to society. It is observed on October 5 each year.

Local names

Name	Language
World Teachers’ Day	English
Día Mundial de los Docentes	Spanish

World Teachers’ Day 2010

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

World Teachers’ Day 2011

Wednesday, October 5, 2011
List of dates for other years listed below.

The United Nations’ (UN) World Teachers’ Day celebrates the role teachers play in providing quality education at all levels. This enables children and adults of all ages to learn to take part in and contribute to their local community and global society.

Teachers are recognized for their contributions to society on World Teachers’ Day. ©iStockphoto.com/Ekaterina Monakhova

What do people do?

Various events are arranged in many countries around the world on or around October 5. These include celebrations to honor teachers in general or those who have made a special contribution to a particular community. The day may also be marked by conferences emphasizing the importance of teachers and learning, extra training sessions for teachers, recruitment drives for the teaching profession among university students or other suitably qualified professionals and events to increase the profile of teachers and the role they play in the media.

Trade unions or other professional organizations that represent teachers play an important role in organizing World Teachers’ Day events in many countries. These include:

• The Australian Education Union.
• The Canadian Teachers’ Federation.
• The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (Canada).
• The All India Secondary Teachers’ Federation.
• The Japan Teachers’ Union.
• The Teachers Council (New Zealand).
• The National Union of Teachers (United Kingdom).
• The National Association of Schoolmasters Union of Women Teachers (United Kingdom).
• The National Education Association (United States).

Moreover, international organizations such as TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages) and Education International organize international, national and local events. In some areas posters are displayed and pupils and ex-pupils are encouraged to send e-cards or letters of appreciation to teachers who made a special or memorable contribution to their education.

Public life

World Teachers’ Day is a global observance and not a public holiday.

Background

On October 5, 1966, the Special Intergovernmental Conference on the Status of Teachers in Paris, France, was closed and the “Recommendation concerning the Status of Teachers” was signed by representatives of UNESCO and International Labour Organization. On October 12, 1997, the 29th session of UNESCO’s General Conference was opened. During this conference, on November 11, 1997, the “Recommendation concerning the Status of Higher Education Teaching Personnel” was adopted.

On October 5, 1994, the first World Teachers’ Day was held. This event has been organized on the same date each year since then. However, local events may be on some other date close to October 5, so that they do not fall during fall (northern hemisphere) or spring (southern hemisphere) school vacations. In 2002, Canada Post issued a postage stamp to commemorate World Teachers’ Day.

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World Teachers’ Day Observances

Weekday	Date	Year	Name	Holiday type	Where it is observed
Wed	Oct 5	1994	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Thu	Oct 5	1995	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Sat	Oct 5	1996	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Sun	Oct 5	1997	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 5	1998	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Tue	Oct 5	1999	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Thu	Oct 5	2000	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Fri	Oct 5	2001	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Sat	Oct 5	2002	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Sun	Oct 5	2003	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Tue	Oct 5	2004	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 5	2005	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Thu	Oct 5	2006	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Fri	Oct 5	2007	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Sun	Oct 5	2008	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 5	2009	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Tue	Oct 5	2010	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 5	2011	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Fri	Oct 5	2012	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Sat	Oct 5	2013	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Sun	Oct 5	2014	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 5	2015	World Teachers’ Day	United Nation day

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WORLD SPACE WEEK: OCTOBER 4-10, 2010

Here’s a reminder from NASA to celebrate World Space Week.

“Celebrate World Space Week — Oct. 4-10, 2010

 

  Posted on Sep 30, 2010 10:19:19 AM | John Entwistle |

 

This international event commemorates the beginning of the Space Age with the launch of Sputnik 1 on Oct. 4, 1957. World Space Week is the largest public space event in the world, with celebrations in more than 50 nations. Last year, President Obama joined the celebration by hosting a Star Party at the White House that included invitations to students from NASA Explorer Schools in the Washington, D.C. area. Join educators and space enthusiasts around the world to celebrate World Space Week, Oct. 4-10, 2010. During World Space Week, teachers are encouraged to use space-themed activities. To learn more about World Space Week, to find related educational materials and to search for events in your area, visit http://www.worldspaceweek.org/. Link to the NASA Explorer Schools Virtual Campus home page.

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INTERNATIONAL DAY OF OLDER PERSONS: OCTOBER 1, 2010

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF OLDER PERSONS

Quick Facts

The United Nations’ (UN) International Day of Older Persons is celebrated on October 1 each year as a special day for older persons worldwide.

Local names

Name	Language
International Day of Older Persons	English
Día Internacional de las Personas de Edad	Spanish

International Day of Older Persons 2010

Friday, October 1, 2010

International Day of Older Persons 2011

Saturday, October 1, 2011
List of dates for other years below.

The United Nations’ (UN) International Day of Older Persons is celebrated annually on October 1 to recognize the contributions of older persons and to examine issues that affect their lives.

The International Day of Older Persons is a special day for senior citizens worldwide. ©iStockphoto.com/digitalskillet

What do people do?

International Day of Older Persons is a special day for older persons or senior citizens all over the world. In many countries, politicians make speeches, particularly those responsible for government departments that focus on senior citizens, at this time of the year. Some radios, televisions or newspapers publish interviews with senior citizens on various issues such as achievements they made to create a better society.

Other activities surrounding this day include: displays of promotional material on the International Day of Older Persons in schools, tertiary institutions, office buildings and public notice boards;  media announcements on the day and activities that promote older persons; and inter-generational cooperation on voluntary activities focused on the environment, health, education or community services.

The World Health Organization (WHO), which is the UN’s directing and coordinating authority for health related issues, and other groups have been actively involved in promoting public awareness and attention on the International Day of Older Persons. Discussions are centered on topics such as: ageing populations and the provision of adequate healthcare for aged persons; volunteer work; social care; and ways to be more inclusive of older persons in the workforce.

Public life

The International Day of Older Persons is a global observance and not a public holiday.

Background

On December 14, 1990, the UN General Assembly made October 1 as the International Day of Older Persons, following up on initiatives such as the Vienna International Plan of Action on Ageing, which was adopted by the 1982 World Assembly on Ageing and endorsed later that year by the assembly. The International Day of Older Persons was observed for the first time throughout the world on October 1, 1991.

In 1991 the UN General Assembly adopted the United Nations Principles for Older Persons. In 2002 the second World Assembly on Ageing adopted the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing to respond to the opportunities and challenges of population ageing in the 21st century and to promote the development of a society for all ages.

Symbols

The WHO logo is often seen on promotional material for the International Day of Older Persons.  The logo is often featured in the color white on a mid-blue background. It shows a stereographic projection of the earth centered on the North Pole under a serpent coiled around a staff. Two ears of wheat “cradle” the image. The projection symbolizes the global nature of the organization, while the serpent and staff are known to symbolize medical help and knowledge. Images of older people from different cultures and backgrounds around the world have been also used in UN promotional tools for the International Day of Older Persons.

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International Day of Older Persons Observances

Weekday	Date	Year	Name	Holiday type	Where it is observed
Tue	Oct 1	1991	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Thu	Oct 1	1992	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Fri	Oct 1	1993	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Sat	Oct 1	1994	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Sun	Oct 1	1995	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Tue	Oct 1	1996	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 1	1997	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Thu	Oct 1	1998	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Fri	Oct 1	1999	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Sun	Oct 1	2000	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 1	2001	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Tue	Oct 1	2002	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 1	2003	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Fri	Oct 1	2004	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Sat	Oct 1	2005	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Sun	Oct 1	2006	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 1	2007	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 1	2008	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Thu	Oct 1	2009	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Fri	Oct 1	2010	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Sat	Oct 1	2011	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Mon	Oct 1	2012	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Tue	Oct 1	2013	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Wed	Oct 1	2014	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day
Thu	Oct 1	2015	International Day of Older Persons	United Nation day

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ON THIS DAY IN BLACK MUSIC HISTORY: SEPTEMBER 30

#1 R&B Song 1957: “Mr. Lee,” the Bobbettes

Born: Cissy Houston, 1933; Johnny Mathis, 1935; Arzel “Z.Z.” Hill, 1035; Frankie Lymon (the Teenagers), 1942; Marilyn McCoo (the Fifth Dimension), 1943; Sylvia Peterson (the Chiffons), 1946; Patrice Rushen, 1954

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1957 The legendary girl group the Chantels’ first single, “He’s Gone,” written by Lead singer Arlene Smith, debuted on the charts, peaking at #71 pop.

1957 Little Richard’s “Keep A Knockin’ ” charted on its way to #2 R&B and #8 pop.

1957 The Val Chords’ “Candy Store Love” and the Sh-Booms’ “I Don’t Want to Set the World on Fire” were released. The Sh-Booms were actually the Chords of “Sh-Boom” fame.

1967 The Precisions entered the R&B hit list with one of the great but overlooked soul singles of the late ’60s, “If This Is Love (I’d Rather Be Lonely),” reaching #26 and #60 pop.

1972 Chuck Berry’s single “My Ding-A-Ling” charted R&B, reaching #42. It went on to reach #1 pop. It was the last of Chuck’s twenty-three hit R&B singles, and the only #1 pop he ever had. The song had been previously recorded by New Orleans musician Dave Bartholomew in 1952 and by the Bees in 1954 under the name “Toy Bell.” The risqué tune was also cut by Chuck in 1966 under the name “My Tambourine.” His hit version was backed by the Average White Band.

1991 Diana Ross, spokeswoman for the National Children’s Day Foundation, spoke before a House Select Committee on Children, Youth, and Families, in Washington, DC.

1993 Whitney Houston and husband Bobby Brown had their limousine pulled over at New York’s Kennedy International Airport by nine police officers with guns drawn, looking for drugs.

1995 Mary J. Blige reached #17 in England with her recording of “Mary Jane (All Night Long),” based on “All Night Long,” the hit by the Mary Jane Girls that was written and produced by Rick James. The record made it to #37 R&B without selling any singles; it earned its chart status strictly from airplay, and the label decided (unwisely) not to issue a single for the public.

1998 Luther Vandross performed at the Johannesburg Stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa.

TANGLED IN PINK – THE POLITICS OF BREAST CANCER RESEARCH: BLOG TALK RADIO: OCTOBER 6, 2010

 

Tangled In Pink – The Politics of Breast Cancer Research   First Wednesday: Conversations with Byllye and Ngina Wednesday, October 6, 2010, 2 p.m. EST on BlogTalkRadio Special Guests: Breast Health Advocate Zora Brown and Breast Health Expert Lovell Jones, M.D.   Click Here to Listen October is breast cancer awareness month, and Byllye and Ngina are asking the experts the question that may not come to mind during this month of pink, ribbons and “get a mammogram” messages: What are the politics of breast cancer research?   Join the hosts of “First Wednesday” on Wednesday, October 6, at 2 p.m EST as they seek to answer this important question with nationally-respected breast health advocate Zora Brown and a co-founder of the Intercultural Cancer Council, the nation’s largest multicultural health policy group, Dr. Lovell Jones. In December 2009, the Black health community was shocked by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Report on breast cancer screening. Why? Because of the potential impact the recommendations could have on the health of Black women. Many questions followed: How will these recommendations likely affect breast cancer survival rates of Black women and address the earlier and more aggressive form of breast cancer that many of us face? Are there better breast cancer screening behaviors for us? Join us on Wednesday, October 6, at 2 p.m. EST to learn more! This show will challenge what we “thought” we learned from research and inspire change in the science of research. Zora Brown and Dr. Lovell Jones want to hear from you. Share your comments and questions with them by submiting them prior to the show to asktheexpert@blackwomenshealth.org or asking them live on the radio by calling 646-381-4662 beginning at 2 p.m. EST. Click here to listen

 

ON THIS DAY IN BLACK MUSIC HISTORY: SEPTEMBER 29

#1 R&B Song 1945: “The Honeydripper (Parts 1 & 2), Joe Liggins & His Honeydrippers

Born: Shirley Gunter (the Queens), 1934

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1956 The Marigolds’ “Juke Box Rock & Roll” ($350) was released. Lead singer Johhny Bragg and the rest of the quintet were all residents of the Tennessee State Prison, as was Bragg’s previous group, the Prisonaires. Also issued that day were the Heartbeat’s “A Thousand Miles Away” (#5 R&B, #53 pop) and Paul Anka (singing lead for the Cadets) with “I Confess” (Modern).

1959   Little Anthony & the Imperials recorded “Shimmy, Shimmy, Ko Ko Bop” (#24 R&B, #14 pop), a song that would become their last hit for five years and a record Anthony was quoted as calling “stupid.”

1973   Former New York model Millie Jackson nudged her way onto the Top 200 album list with “It Hurts So Good” (#175), her second of fourteen hit LPs.

1975   Jackie Wilson suffered a heart attack on-stage during Dick Clark’s Good Ol’ Rock ‘n’ Roll Revue at Cherry Hill, NJ’s, Latin Casino. The Spinners and Barry White were among several acts that held benefits to raise money for his medial expenses. He was singing “Lonely Teardrops” at the time.

1990   Ray Charles and B.B. King began a world tour in the Taiwan capital, Taipei.

1990   The Braxtons, a trio of teen sisters from Maryland, charted with their soul debut, “Good Life,” reaching #79 R&B. One of the siblings would soon go on to solo success: Toni Braxton signed with Arista Records in 1991.

1990   Take 6, an a cappella gospel group, did the near impossible in the rap era when they charted R&B with “I L-O-V-E U,” reaching #19.

1992   USA Today called Shabba Ranks the new Bob Marley. Meanwhile, the new Marley was accused of rape by a woman appearing in his video “Loada Girls.” It was the fourth time Shabba had been accused of rape.

1995   Kool & the Gang, the Isley Brothers, Gladys Knight, and Aretha Franklin performed at New York’s Madison Square Garden at the KISS-FM Classic Soul concert.

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ON THIS DAY IN BLACK MUSIC HISTORY: SEPTEMBER 28

#1 R&B Song 1963: “Heat Wave,” Martha & the Vandellas

Born: Koko Taylor, 1935

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1946   The Ink Spots charted with “To Each His Own,” reaching #3 R&B and #1 pop. The song was written for the film of the same name but never used in it.

1956   Hollywood’s Shrine Auditorium hosted a rock ‘n’ roll show featuring West Coast groups the Coasters, the Six Teens, the Turks, the Gassers, and the Dots.

1963   San Francisco’s Cow Palace hosted a Surf Party featuring the Coasters, Bobby Freeman, Dionne Warwick, the Drifters, Dee Dee Sharp, the Righteous Brothers, and the Beach Boys.

1987   Smokey Robinson and Gladys Knight guested for a week on the TV show $10,000 Pyramid.

1988   Anita Baker and Luther Vandross performed in Washington, DC, at the start of their The Heat tour.

1996   Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Brandy, and Tamia sang together on the hit “Missing You” from the film Set It Off. The record reached #10 R&B and #25 pop today.