What is happening october 4th?

• October 4th is also known as World Animal Day, which is an international day of action for animal rights and welfare.
• In the United States, October 4th is National Taco Day, a day to celebrate and indulge in the delicious Mexican dish.
• In Japan, October 4th is known as National Sports Day, a holiday to promote sports and an active lifestyle.
• On October 4th, 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik, the first artificial satellite, into space, marking the beginning of the space race between the US and the USSR.
• In the Catholic Church, October 4th is the feast day of Saint Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and the environment.