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Google Doodle Celebrates - Gukesh - Youngest World Chess Champion Achievement The world of chess witnessed history on 12-12-2024 when Gukesh Dommaraju, an 18-year-old Indian Grandmaster, became the youngest-ever World Chess Champion. Gukesh's journey to the pinnacle of chess is a story of dedication, talent, and the continuation of India's rich legacy in the sport. Gukesh's Rise to Fame Hailing from Chennai, Gukesh began his chess journey at the tender age of seven. By 2022, he surpassed the legendary Viswanathan Anand to become India’s highest-ranked player, a position that had been unchallenged for decades. Under Anand's mentorship, Gukesh developed his skills, blending strategic depth with youthful audacity​. Gukesh’s defining moment came in April 2024 when he clinched the FIDE World Chess Championship title. The final match saw him outplay reigning champion Ding Liren, marking a monumental shift in the chess world. At just 18, Gukesh broke Garry Kasparov's long-...

Google Doodle Celebrates  - Slovakia’s & Czech Republic’s Freedom and Democracy Day Today’s Doodle commemorates Slovakia’s & Czech Republic’s Freedom and Democracy Day. A public holiday recognizing the sacrifices made for democracy and free speech in Czechoslovakia. Historic Protests: 1939: Students protested against Nazi occupation, igniting a movement for political reform. 1989: The Velvet Revolution emerged in Prague and Bratislava, advocating for a peaceful transition from communism to democracy. Symbol of Freedom: Citizens jingled their keys to celebrate their newfound freedom, a tradition that continues today.

Google Doodle Celebrates - Oskar Picht for his contribution On this day in 1907, Picht received a gold medal at the International Typewriter Exhibition in Venice for his achievements. Picht was born in Hamburg, Germany, in 1871. Following the completion of his education, he promptly commenced a career as an educator and subsequently developed a profound interest in the field of education for the visually impaired. To further his understanding of this discipline, he attended the State Institute for the Blind in Berlin-Steglitz for a duration of two years. In 1899, he successfully created his inaugural braille writer, for which he obtained a patent in 1901. After several decades of enhancements and modifications, he was awarded an additional patent for this invention in 1932. The improved device featured six keys, each capable of producing different combinations of depressed dots, thereby enabling the indentation of sheets of paper. In addition to his inventiveness, Picht was a staunch a...

Google Doodle Celebrates - Vietnam National Day 2024 | Kỷ niệm Google Doodle - Quốc khánh Việt Nam 2024 Today's Google Doodle is a shoutout to Vietnam's Independence Day! Back in 1945, a group of Vietnamese people gathered in Hanoi to hear their president announce that Vietnam was finally free from being controlled by other countries. September 2nd is a big deal for Vietnamese folks. It's a time to remember all the cool people who fought hard for their freedom. To celebrate, there are parades, music, and lots of fun stuff happening all over Vietnam. People also like to visit historical places like the Old Quarter in Hanoi and the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. You'll see the red-and-yellow Vietnamese flag waving everywhere, just like in today's Google Doodle. And let's not forget the delicious food! From pho to banh mi, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Happy National Day, Vietnam! Google Doodle hôm nay là lời chào mừng Ngày Độc Lập của Việt Nam! Trở lại năm ...

Google Doodle Collection for Paris Olympics Games 01/02 - September-2024 - Paris Games - Archery 31-August-2024 - Paris Games - Athletics 30-August-2024 - Paris Games - Basketball 29-August-2024 - Paris Games - August Most Searched Playground 28-August-2024 - Paris Games Begin - August Paris Paralympic Games Kick Off  The 2024 Paris Paralympic Games have officially begun, marking the city's inaugural hosting of this prestigious event. Thousands of elite disabled athletes from around the world gathered for a spectacular parade through the iconic Place de la Concorde and Champs-Elysées. Over the coming weeks, these exceptional athletes will compete in 22 diverse sporting events, including blind football, sitting volleyball, and wheelchair rugby. The excitement is palpable as badminton and taekwondo, introduced at the Tokyo Games in 2020, make their return to the Paralympic stage. We wish all competitors the very best as they strive to make history and showcas...

  A Reflection on Mother’s Day (12 August), the foundation for any human being Motherhood is a journey filled with unparalleled love, sacrifice, and resilience. On 12 August, we celebrate Mother's Day, a day dedicated to honoring the extraordinary contributions of mothers around the world. This day is not just a time to express gratitude but also an opportunity for reflection, particularly for the younger generation millennials and Gen Z. Understanding the True Meaning of Mother's Day Mother's Day is often associated with gifts, flowers, and heartfelt messages, but its true essence goes far beyond these gestures. It is a day to recognize the immeasurable impact mothers have on our lives and society as a whole. From nurturing us as infants to guiding us through life's challenges, mothers play a pivotal role in shaping who we are. For many of you in the millennial and Gen Z cohorts, life is fast-paced, driven by technology, social media, and a constant push to achieve. Wh...

Paris Olympic 2024 is here - The most searched Playground. This Doodle celebrates the 2024 Summer Games with a new edition of the Most Searched Playground, a search-and-find game featuring 20 of the most searched sports, French icons, and memorable moments from the Games’ history. Additionally, there are some hidden surprises scattered around the Playground, so stay curious as you explore! To play, simply look around the Playground to find the hidden items listed in the tiles. If you need help finding an item, click the tile for a hint. The most searched items include sports from the Games, French favorites, and even elements of Greek mythology that hark back to the early days of the Games. Discover which sports, spots, and stories have captured the world’s attention and been searched more than any other. Search on! Paris Olympic 2024 Grounds Paris Olympic 2024 Grounds Select Stadium: All Stadiums Yves du Manoir Sta...

Google Doodle Celebrates - Paris Olympic Summer Game Beginning This Doodle celebrates the thrilling start of the 2024 Summer Games, where new records will be set and history will be made. In a groundbreaking twist, the City of Light kicks off the ceremony not in a stadium but with thousands of athletes floating down the Seine. C’est parti! The festivities begin with a day packed with excitement, including a speech by the host country’s leader. Following a grand parade of athletes from participating nations, the cauldron will be lit, marking the official start of the games. Over the next few weeks, the world’s top athletes will compete in a variety of events, from track and field to swimming, basketball, and gymnastics. This year’s competition is particularly exciting, with the addition of new events like break dancing at Place de la Concorde and surfing in Teahupo’o. Best of luck to all the athletes competing!

Juan Gabriel’s hit song "El Palo" reached #1 on the Billboard charts. Born Alberto Aguilera Valadez on January 7, 1950, in Parácuaro, Michoacán, Gabriel grew up in Juárez, where a music teacher encouraged his singing. At 13, he left home to work and write his first songs, initially performing in church choirs and nightclubs. Seeking stable work as a singer, he moved to Mexico City, enduring periods of homelessness and even wrongful imprisonment. Despite these hardships, Gabriel secured a recording contract and released his debut album, *El Alma Joven...*. He left an indelible mark on genres such as rock, mariachi, ranchera, and pop but is best known for his soul-stirring ballads like "Querida" (My Dear) and "Amor Eterno" (Eternal Love). His fame soared with each of his 30 albums, and his dramatic performance style won him legions of fans. Memorable performances include his 1990 show at the Palacio de Bellas Artes, the 2009 Latin Grammys, and the 2012 Festi...

Google Doodle Celebrates - New Year 2024 Google marked the start of the year 2024 with a colourful and interactive doodle that stands for happiness and fresh starts. The doodle has a dance ball which showcase look forward to the next one. People from all over the world get together on New Year's Eve to enjoy the start of a new year. The doodle shows how international the celebrations are. The doodle's disco ball stands for the party's happiness and excitement. A fun and interactive way to enjoy the new year is to use the Google Doodle. It lets you connect with people around the world who are also celebrating. In spite of our differences, we are all linked by the things we have been through and the things we hope will happen in the future.

Google Doodle Celebrates - Rashidi Yekini's 60th Birthday Rashidi Yekini is a famous Nigerian football player who was a forward who was known as the "Goalsfather" because he could sneak shots past the custodian. Today's Doodle is in honour of him. He was born in Kaduna, Nigeria, on this day in 1963. At the start of his life, Yekini had a hard time because he was homeless and poor. He worked as a welder and a mechanic to make money, but his real dream was to play football. A lot of scouts saw him play right away, and in 1981, he joined his first football team, UNTL FC in Kaduna.  The skilled striker then played for the Shooting Stars and scored 45 goals in 53 games, which was really amazing. In 1993, he was named African Footballer of the Year for his amazing goal-scoring skills. He was the first Nigerian player to win this honour. He helped the Shooting Stars get to the finals of the African Champions Cup the next year.  He played football for teams in Africa, Spain, ...

Google Doodle Celebrates Indian's Chandrayaan-3 Landing on south pole. India made history on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, when its Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft successfully landed on the moon. The landing was the culmination of a years-long effort by the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), and it marks a major milestone for India's space program. Chandrayaan-3 is the third lunar mission of India. The first, Chandrayaan-1, was launched in 2008 and orbited the moon for a year. The second, Chandrayaan-2, was launched in 2019 and was intended to land a lander and rover on the moon's surface. However, the lander crashed during the final approach, preventing the rover from being deployed. Chandrayaan-3 was designed to learn from the mistakes of Chandrayaan-2 and to achieve a soft landing on the moon. The spacecraft consists of a lander, a rover, and an orbiter. The lander, named Vikram, touched down on the moon's surface at 6:15 p.m. IST (12:45 p.m. GMT). The rover, named P...