Birthday
Kofi Annan
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Kofi Annan was born on 8 April 1938 in Kumasi, Ghana, and died on 18 August 2018 in Bern, Switzerland. He was a Ghanaian diplomat and the seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN). Kofi Annan served two terms as Secretary-General of the United Nations from 1997 to 2006 and was highly regarded for his efforts to bring about a more peaceful and just world.
During his tenure as UN Secretary-General, Kofi Annan sought to reform the organisation and strengthen its role in world politics. He played a crucial role in formulating and promoting the Millennium Development Goals, which aim to reduce poverty, hunger, disease and other global challenges by 2015. In 2001 , Kofi Annan and the United Nations were jointly awarded the Nobel Peace Prize .
After his time at the United Nations, Kofi Annan established the Kofi Annan Foundation , which works for a more just and peaceful world by promoting good governance and sustainable development. Annan continued to act as a mediator and advisor in various international conflicts and crises and was revered for his efforts to bring peace and reconciliation to many parts of the world.
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- Vivienne Westwood (* 8 April 1941 - † 2022)
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- Jacques Brel, * 8 April 1929 in Schaerbeek, † 9 October 1978, singer, chansonnier, Belgian composer.
- Julian Lennon, * 8 April 1963 in Liverpool, musician, John Lennon's son.
- Robin Wright, * 8 April 1966 in Dallas, actress, "House of Cards" leading lady.
- Patricia Arquette, * 8 April 1968 in Chicago, actress, "Boyhood" Oscar winner.
- John Havlicek, * 8 April 1940 in Martins Ferry, † 25 April 2019, basketball player, NBA-
Saint's day
- Walter ("the ruler")
- Beate ( lat: "the blessed one")
Weather Proverb
If it is beautiful around Amandus, the summer will see no drought.
Quote of the day
The ground on which all our knowledge and science rests is the inexplicable. (Arthur Schopenhauer)
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Daily aspects
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Moon → Taurus |
Moon
The Moon moves from Aries into Taurus (
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Daily aspects
Emotions rule. Relationships run harmoniously, as the feminine side is emphasized. Male and female energy combine, making you assertive, yet gentle with all dealings with other people.
extile Mars (Aquarius) This aspect gives you the ability to communicate well with the opposite sex. Good relationships will occur at work, and you'll feel a lot of drive to achieve more - or even have a side project working from home. You may also have a craving to eat hot and spicy food, so go take your partner, or friends, to the closest Indian or Mexican restaurant! Just know that it'll be easy to burn off the extra calories, as you'll be inspired to exercise more.
The Taurus Moon helps us to preserve and increase money and material possessions. Security, compatibility, holding on to family are essential to us. These days we are very focused on our family and our home. And enjoyment in all areas is paramount.
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