2009 - Police and protesters clash at memorial service for Ayatollah Hussein-Ali Montazeri.
2007 - Grand conjunction: solar system aligns with galactic center
1986 - Voyager: first aircraft to fly non-stop around the world.
1954 - First human kidney transplant performed.
1888 - van Gogh cuts off lower part of left ear.
This Day In Business
1970 - The North Tower of the World Trade Center is completed, making it the tallest building in the world at 1,368 feet.
1963 - The Beach Boys first appear on the television variety show "Shindig!"
1920 - Ireland is divided into two parts, each having its own parliament.
1972 - Franco Harris makes Immaculate Reception for Steelers in playoff game vs Raiders
December 23rd Holiday
Emperor's Birthday (Japan) - Celebrates and honors the birthday of Akihito, the present day Emperor of Japan.
Today's Birthday Trivia
Hercules was her love interest in the show Xena: Warrior Princess. Who is she?
Today's Birthday Horoscope
Learn about people born on this day by reading the December 23 Birthday Horoscope.
Famous Birthdays iPhone App
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