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What happened on Friday April 22, 2022?

About April 22nd, 2022, in brief:

  • Historical events: On April 22, 2016, the Paris Agreement on climate change was signed in New York, representing a landmark global commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change.
  • Day of the week: April 22nd, 2022 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
  • Popular movie: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre directed by Marcus Nispel

More about April 22nd, 2022? See below for more news and curiosities on April 22nd, 2022.

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April 22, 2022: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 22, 2022:

  • Paris Agreement Signing On April 22, 2016, the Paris Agreement on climate change was signed in New York, representing a landmark global commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change.
  • Paris Agreement Signing On April 22, 2016, the Paris Agreement on climate change was signed in New York, representing a landmark global commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change.
  • First Earth Day On April 22, 1970, the United States celebrated its first Earth Day, a landmark event that launched the modern environmental movement and raised global awareness about ecological conservation.
  • First Earth Day On April 22, 1970, the United States celebrated its first Earth Day, a landmark event that launched the modern environmental movement and raised global awareness about ecological conservation.
  • Holocaust Memorial Museum Dedication On April 22, 1993, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum was dedicated in Washington, D.C., serving as a powerful memorial to the victims of the Holocaust and a center for education about genocide and human rights.
  • Holocaust Memorial Museum Dedication On April 22, 1993, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum was dedicated in Washington, D.C., serving as a powerful memorial to the victims of the Holocaust and a center for education about genocide and human rights.
  • Oklahoma Land Rush On April 22, 1889, the Oklahoma Land Rush began, allowing settlers to claim unassigned lands in the Oklahoma Territory. Thousands of pioneers raced to stake their claims, dramatically transforming the region's demographic and economic landscape.
  • Oklahoma Land Rush On April 22, 1889, the Oklahoma Land Rush began, allowing settlers to claim unassigned lands in the Oklahoma Territory. Thousands of pioneers raced to stake their claims, dramatically transforming the region's demographic and economic landscape.
  • First Steam-Powered Atlantic Crossing In 1838, the Sirius made history by becoming the first ship to complete a transatlantic voyage powered exclusively by steam, marking a significant technological breakthrough in maritime transportation.
  • First Steam-Powered Atlantic Crossing In 1838, the Sirius made history by becoming the first ship to complete a transatlantic voyage powered exclusively by steam, marking a significant technological breakthrough in maritime transportation.
  • U.S. Proclamation of Neutrality In 1793, the United States issued a formal Proclamation of Neutrality, a pivotal foreign policy decision that established the nation's stance of non-involvement in European conflicts during the French Revolutionary Wars.
  • U.S. Proclamation of Neutrality In 1793, the United States issued a formal Proclamation of Neutrality, a pivotal foreign policy decision that established the nation's stance of non-involvement in European conflicts during the French Revolutionary Wars.
  • First Substantial Human Eye Transplant On April 22, 1965, doctors in Houston, Texas, performed the first substantial human eye transplant, marking a significant milestone in medical science and organ transplantation.
  • First Official Arbor Day On April 22, 1876, the first official Arbor Day was celebrated in Nebraska City, founded by Julius Sterling Morton. Every student in the city planted at least one tree, initiating a nationwide environmental conservation movement.
  • First Substantial Human Eye Transplant On April 22, 1965, doctors in Houston, Texas, performed the first substantial human eye transplant, marking a significant milestone in medical science and organ transplantation.
  • First Official Arbor Day On April 22, 1876, the first official Arbor Day was celebrated in Nebraska City, founded by Julius Sterling Morton. Every student in the city planted at least one tree, initiating a nationwide environmental conservation movement.
  • Cousteau's Diving Apparatus Patent On April 22, 1943, Jacques Cousteau was granted a patent for a groundbreaking diving apparatus, revolutionizing underwater exploration and marine research.
  • Cousteau's Diving Apparatus Patent On April 22, 1943, Jacques Cousteau was granted a patent for a groundbreaking diving apparatus, revolutionizing underwater exploration and marine research.
  • Albert Einstein Memorial Unveiled On April 22, 1979, the Albert Einstein memorial was unveiled in Washington, D.C., on the grounds of the National Academy of Sciences, honoring one of the most influential scientists in human history.
  • Albert Einstein Memorial Unveiled On April 22, 1979, the Albert Einstein memorial was unveiled in Washington, D.C., on the grounds of the National Academy of Sciences, honoring one of the most influential scientists in human history.
  • Lester Pearson Becomes Canadian Prime Minister On April 22, 1963, Lester Pearson was inaugurated as the Prime Minister of Canada, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate known for his diplomatic skills and contributions to international peacekeeping.
  • Lester Pearson Becomes Canadian Prime Minister On April 22, 1963, Lester Pearson was inaugurated as the Prime Minister of Canada, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate known for his diplomatic skills and contributions to international peacekeeping.
  • First U.S. Orchestra European Tour On April 22, 1889, the Symphony Society of New York embarked on the first European tour by a U.S. orchestra, marking a significant moment in cultural diplomacy and international artistic exchange.
  • First U.S. Orchestra European Tour On April 22, 1889, the Symphony Society of New York embarked on the first European tour by a U.S. orchestra, marking a significant moment in cultural diplomacy and international artistic exchange.
  • Blues Brothers' SNL Debut On April 22, 1976, the Blues Brothers made their first appearance on Saturday Night Live, launching a comedy and music phenomenon that would significantly influence popular culture.
  • Blues Brothers' SNL Debut On April 22, 1976, the Blues Brothers made their first appearance on Saturday Night Live, launching a comedy and music phenomenon that would significantly influence popular culture.
  • First White House Easter Egg Roll On April 22, 1876, the first official White House Easter Egg Roll took place, establishing a beloved annual tradition that continues to this day, attracting thousands of children and families.
  • First White House Easter Egg Roll On April 22, 1876, the first official White House Easter Egg Roll took place, establishing a beloved annual tradition that continues to this day, attracting thousands of children and families.
  • Land Speed Record Attempt On April 22, 1920, race car driver Ray Keech achieved a remarkable speed of 207,552 mph in the White Triplex car, pushing the boundaries of automotive engineering and speed records.
  • Land Speed Record Attempt On April 22, 1920, race car driver Ray Keech achieved a remarkable speed of 207,552 mph in the White Triplex car, pushing the boundaries of automotive engineering and speed records.
  • Red Sox Four Consecutive Home Runs On April 22, 2005, Boston Red Sox players Manny Ramirez, J.D. Drew, Mike Lowell, and Jason Varitek hit four consecutive home runs, a rare and exciting feat in baseball history.
  • Red Sox Four Consecutive Home Runs On April 22, 2005, Boston Red Sox players Manny Ramirez, J.D. Drew, Mike Lowell, and Jason Varitek hit four consecutive home runs, a rare and exciting feat in baseball history.

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April 22, 2022: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was April 22, 2022?


April 22, 2022 was a Friday and it was the 112th day of the year 2022 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 22, 2022 can also be written as 4/22/2022 in the US and as 22/4/2022 in UK and Europe.

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April 22, 2022: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 22, 2022:

  • Guy Lafleur

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  • Pedrie Wannenburg

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April 22, 2022: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 22nd is Taurus.

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Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 22, 2022: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 22, 2022 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.

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April 22, 2022: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 22, 2022 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 22, 2022 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on April 22, 2022 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 48% full, rising at 01:47 am and setting at 11:57 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 16, 2022 while the next full moon would come on May 16, 2022.

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How old is someone born on April 22, 2022?


Someone born on April 22, 2022 is:

3 years 1 month old,

or 37 months and 14 days old,

or 162 weeks and 6 days old,

or 1140 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 22, 2022?

There are 321 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday April 22nd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 22, 2022?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on April 22, 2022.

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