On May 13, 1995, the first episode of the animated series 'The Simpsons' was broadcasted in prime time, marking the show’s transition from a short on 'The Tracey Ullman Show' to a standalone series.
May 13 is known as National Apple Pie Day in the United States, celebrating the iconic dessert that symbolizes American culture.
May 13 is celebrated as International Hummus Day, honoring the popular Middle Eastern dish and its cultural significance.
On May 13, 2013, the world was surprised by the discovery of a new species of dinosaur, named 'Zhenyuanlong suni', which was closely related to the Velociraptor.
On May 13, 1994, the first episode of the popular TV show 'Friends' aired, which would go on to become one of the most iconic sitcoms of all time.
Pope John Paul II was shot and seriously wounded on May 13, 1981, in St. Peter's Square by Mehmet Ali Agca, an attack that sparked a global outpouring of support for the pontiff.
May 13, 1980, marked the opening of the first McDonald's restaurant in China, significantly influencing fast food culture in the country.
On May 13, 1972, the United States and the Soviet Union signed the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty, a significant step in arms control during the Cold War.
The first Earth Day was celebrated on May 13, 1970, in the United States, promoting environmental awareness and protection.
On May 13, 1969, the first episode of the groundbreaking animated series 'The Archies' aired, featuring the fictional band that became a cultural phenomenon.
On May 13, 1969, the first-ever 'computer-generated' pop song, titled 'The Beatles' by the computer program called 'The Beatles' was released.
May 13, 1968, saw the beginning of the May 68 protests in France, which were characterized by massive student demonstrations and workers' strikes, significantly impacting French society and politics.
On May 13, 1960, the United States launched its first successful weather satellite, TIROS-1, paving the way for modern meteorology and weather forecasting.
On May 13, 1950, the first successful human organ transplant, a kidney from one twin to another, was performed by Dr. Richard Lawler in Chicago.
On May 13, 1939, the German ocean liner MS St. Louis, carrying Jewish refugees, was denied entry into Cuba, leading to a controversial diplomatic crisis.
On May 13, 1920, the first-ever 'Miss America' pageant took place in Atlantic City, New Jersey, marking the beginning of modern beauty pageants in the United States.
On May 13, 1846, the United States declared war on Mexico, marking the beginning of the Mexican-American War.
On May 13, 1607, the first permanent English settlement in North America, Jamestown, was established in Virginia.