Daily Post — October 12, 2025 (History • Quote • Word)

🗓️ On This Day in History — October 12

• 2000 – The USS Cole was attacked by suicide bombers while refueling in Aden, Yemen, killing 17 U.S. sailors. (Britannica)
• 1968 – The 19th Olympic Games opened in Mexico City, marked by record-breaking performances and the Black Power salute protest. (History.com)
• 1945 – U.S. President Harry S. Truman established the Medal of Freedom to honor civilian contributions during World War II. (Time and Date)
• 1931 – The Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, was inaugurated. (OnThisDay)
• 1492 – Christopher Columbus made landfall in the Americas, reaching an island in the Bahamas and marking the start of European exploration of the New World. (Britannica)

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📜 Quote of the Day

“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning.”
— Albert Einstein (Goodreads)

Takeaway: Wisdom grows from reflection, persistence, and curiosity—each day offers a chance to learn, live, and wonder.

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🔤 Word of the Day — laudable (adj.)

Meaning: Deserving praise; commendable.

Use it:

• “Her laudable efforts to help the poor inspired others to volunteer.”
• “The company’s laudable commitment to sustainability set a new standard in the industry.”

Synonyms: praiseworthy, admirable, commendable, exemplary
Antonyms: blameworthy, shameful, discreditable, deplorable

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