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[IceWizard]

Monday 11 July 2016

International Town Criers Day



In olden times, when few people were literate, and there was little access to printed media, town criers were a central part of urban living. Town criers were responsible for keeping the populace up to date with the latest news and events, and for disseminating news from the ruling classes to the wider populace.

Now, the general literacy of the populace, and the ease of access to printed (and digital) media has rendered the town crier somewhat redundant – Town Crier Day celebrates the historical role of the town crier by encouraging people to take up the role of the town crier in their town or city.



And



World Population Day



Population Day aims to raise awareness of global population issues. Hunger, disease, warfare, welfare and human rights are key themes, and 2012 focuses specifically on ensuring universal access to reproductive health services.

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Today's Birthdays


Lil Kim - 42



Justin Chambers - 46



John Quincy Adams (1767-1848)



Richie Sambora - 57



Yul Brynner (1920-1985)



Giorgio Armani - 82