October 12: What Happened on This Day in History

• 2022: On October 12, 2022, Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) announced the arrest of eight individuals in connection with a significant explosion that damaged the strategic bridge connecting Russia to Crimea. The suspects included five Russians and three citizens of Ukraine and Armenia. According to the FSB, the sabotage was allegedly planned by Ukrainian military intelligence, involving an explosive device transported through a complex route via Bulgaria, Georgia, and Armenia. While Ukraine did not officially claim responsibility, Ukrainian leaders celebrated the incident. In response, Russia launched its most extensive missile strike campaign in months, targeting civilian and non-military infrastructure across multiple Ukrainian cities.
• 2019: Typhoon Hagibis made a catastrophic landfall on the Izu Peninsula near Tokyo, Japan, causing unprecedented destruction. The powerful storm brought record-breaking rainfall, leading to widespread flooding and landslides. At least 56 people were killed, and over one million residents were forced to evacuate, making it one of the most destructive typhoons in recent Japanese history.
• 2017: Pakistani forces successfully rescue Joshua Boyle, an American citizen, and his family from the Kurram Valley. The family had been kidnapped by the Taliban in Afghanistan's Wardak Province five years earlier, marking a significant humanitarian rescue operation.
• 2009: The 60th International Astronautical Congress convened in Daejeon, South Korea, bringing together approximately 3,000 space professionals from over 70 nations to discuss global space exploration and technological advancements.
• 2007: Kisho Kurokawa, a prominent Japanese architect known for his metabolist architectural philosophy and significant contributions to modern Japanese design, passed away at the age of 73.
• 2005: Disney CEO Robert Iger announces the availability of Disney and ABC television show episodes for digital download through Apple's iTunes store, priced at $1.99 per episode, to be available one day after initial broadcast.
• 2003: Michael Schumacher clinched the 2003 FIA Formula One World Championship in Suzuka, Japan, defeating Kimi Räikkönen in a thrilling season finale.
• 1980: Seven people were stabbed during a Blood, Sweat and Tears concert in Los Angeles, causing significant disruption and concern for public safety.
• 1979: Douglas Adams' groundbreaking science fiction comedy novel 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' was first published, marking the beginning of a beloved and influential literary series that would later become a cultural phenomenon.
• 1974: The Washington Capitals experienced their first shutout in franchise history, losing 6-0 to the Minnesota North Stars in an NHL game.

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October 12th marks the 285th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 286th in case of leap years).

There are 80 days remaining until the end of the year.

October 12th is the 12th day of the month of October.

What day of the week is October 12?

On October 12th, 2025 the day of the week is Sunday.

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The zodiac sign associated with October 12th is Libra according to the Western Zodiac.

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