Today in world history features some of most notable dates
of events to have occurred around the world.
A 'Today in
Basildon's History' featuring an assortment of historical dates and trivia relating to Basildon, Laindon, Langdon Hills, Dunton,
Vange, Pitsea and Nevendon can be found on the above link.
Basildon - This Day in History
The date today is Thursday, September 17, 2026
1991North and South Korea joins the UNsep18
1990Soviet Union and Saudi Arabia restore diplomatic ties
1990Newspaper Guild votes 242-35 to keep NY Post publishing
1989Hurricane Hugo begins 4 day sweep through Caribbean, killing 62
1987Phila celebrates 200th anniversary of the Constitution
1985Soyuz T-14 carries 3 cosmonauts to Salyut 7 space station
