Oct 4, 2006
Julian Assange launched WikiLeaks.com
Today is
the Double Ninth Festival
in the Greater China region
Also known in Cantonese as The Chung Yeung Festival(重阳节), the ancient festival is celebrated on the 9th day of the 9th month of the Chinese lunar calendar. This year (2022), it falls on today (Oct 4.)
It is a day to honor one’s parents, elders, and deceased ancestors.
今天早上在英文南华早报上读了一篇介绍香港重阳节习俗的文章,推荐你阅读。https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3194683/chung-yeung-festival-hong-kong-rules-about-food-offerings
Oct 4, 1669
Rembrandt, the greatest Dutch painter, died at age 63.