Today In History

Historical Events and Birthdays Including Malala Yousafzai The Activist

  • Malala Yousafzai: Born on July 12, 1997, Malala is a Pakistani activist for female education and a Nobel Peace Prize laureate. She’s known for her advocacy work, especially in her native Swat Valley in northwest Pakistan, where the Taliban had banned girls from attending school. Malala survived a Taliban assassination attempt in 2012 and continued to advocate for girls’ education, becoming the youngest Nobel Prize laureate in 2014.
  • Pablo Neruda: Born on July 12, 1904, Pablo Neruda was a Chilean poet-diplomat and politician who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1971. He’s known for his powerful and passionate poetry, and his work had a significant impact on 20th-century literature.
  • Bill Cosby: Born on July 12, 1937, Bill Cosby is an American comedian, actor, producer, and author. He’s known for his iconic role in “The Cosby Show” and his stand-up comedy specials. However, his career has been marred by controversy and conviction.

July 12th is indeed a special day, marking the birthdays of these influential individuals who’ve made important contributions to their respective fields.

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