May
26
Tuesday
2026

A day in the long story of time.

1981 45 yrs ago
Did You Know? 1981

The first episode of the iconic TV series 'The Great British Bake Off' aired on May 26, 1981, in the UK, although the more well-known version premiered in 2010.

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1969 57 yrs ago
Did You Know? 1969

On May 26, 1969, the first successful test flight of the Boeing 747, known as the 'Jumbo Jet,' took place, marking a significant advancement in commercial aviation.

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1830 196 yrs ago
Did You Know? 1830

On May 26, 1830, the first edition of 'The New York Times' was published under the title 'The New-York Daily Times,' making it one of the oldest newspapers in the United States.

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