On This Day in History: May 13
Discover fascinating events from May 13 across the globe, perfect for sharing.
1607: English colonists landed near the James River in Virginia, founding Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in America.
1830: Ecuador declared independence from Gran Colombia, marking a key step in South American nation-building.
1846: U.S. Congress approved war on Mexico, leading to territorial gains but sparking long-term regional tensions.
1909: Giro d’Italia cycling race launched in Milan, becoming one of the world's premier endurance events.
1913: Igor Sikorsky flew the first four-engine aircraft, Russky Vityaz, revolutionizing aviation design.
1981: Pope John Paul II survived an assassination attempt in Vatican City, highlighting global security concerns.
Canadian Politics
a) Yesterday (May 12): PM Carney announced King's approval for Louise Arbour as 31st Governor General. Some Canadians boycotted the 2026 census in protest of Carney's majority government.
b) Expected today: Continued focus on U.S. trade tensions and military rebuilding amid global pressures.
U.S. Politics Yesterday
Defense Secretary Hegseth faced congressional scrutiny over escalating costs of the Iran war, now exceeding $25 billion in weeks. Trump called the Iran ceasefire "on life support" after rejecting their proposal.
Worldwide Legacy of Yesterday
May 12, 2026, will be remembered for intensifying Middle East crisis: Iranian strikes on UAE and Saudi Arabia prompted Saudi retaliation and U.S.-backed defenses, risking broader war with lasting geopolitical shifts.
Quotation of the Day
"We must alter our lives in order to alter our hearts, for it is impossible to live one way and pray another." — William Law
Ottawa Weather & Local Info
Sunrise around 5:30 AM EDT, sunset around 8:20 PM EDT. Moon phase: Waxing Gibbous (nearing full).
Regular gas price in Ottawa: Approximately 126-135 ¢/L, varying by station.
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