22 | October 2022

October 22 is also recognized for several lighthearted and awareness-based holidays:

: For those interested in stargazing, the moon was in its Waning Crescent phase on this day. Daily Observances 22 October 2022

: In a high-profile and unusual moment, former Chinese President Hu Jintao was unexpectedly escorted out of the closing ceremony of the Communist Party Congress in Beijing. October 22 is also recognized for several lighthearted

: Giorgia Meloni was officially sworn in as Italy’s first female Prime Minister, leading the country's most right-wing government since World War II. announcing a naval blockade of Cuba.

: On this same calendar date in 1962, President John F. Kennedy famously addressed the nation regarding the Cuban Missile Crisis , announcing a naval blockade of Cuba.