Sunday, 24th November 2013 in Paris
Welcome to your daily snapshot of Paris! Explore 51 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in Paris. From remarkable moments in local and world history to the people who left their mark — find out what makes today special. Today's weather in Paris brings cloudy with temperatures between 3°C and 8°C. Tonight's moon is in its waxing crescent phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Sagittarius. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Sunday, 24th November in Paris, FR.
On 24 November 2013, Paris experienced cloudy conditions as the city sat under a waxing crescent moon. Those born on this date fall under the Sagittarius zodiac sign. The French capital, situated on the Seine River in north-central France, serves as the country's cultural and economic centre, attracting millions of visitors annually for its historical architecture and artistic heritage.
Throughout history, 24 November has marked significant moments across Europe and beyond. In 1963, businessman Jack Ruby shot and fatally wounded Lee Harvey Oswald during a live television broadcast, a moment that would fuel conspiracy theories for decades following President Kennedy's assassination. More recently, in 2023, Hibiscus Rising, a sculpture commemorating the life of David Oluwale, was unveiled in Leeds, serving as a permanent tribute to his memory. Meanwhile, in 1859, Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species was first published and sold out its initial print run on the opening day, fundamentally changing scientific understanding of evolution and natural selection.
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Fortune of the Day
24th November in the Stars – Star Sign Pisces
Personality Profile
Personality Those born on November 24th blend Sagittarian adventurousness with vibrant Sun-driven self-expression. They are philosophical explorers who approach life with infectious optimism and disarming directness. Their thoughts soar freely, unbound by convention.
Strengths & Weaknesses These natives radiate inspiring energy, intellectual depth, and fearless courage. Yet impatience and a tendency toward superficiality can strain relationships. Tactfulness doesn't come naturally to them.
Love Partners are drawn to their radiant authenticity and free-spirited nature. They need emotional space and seek companions who share their passion for growth. Stagnation feels suffocating to them.
Caree & Finance The number 8 grants business acumen and genuine ambition. They excel in roles allowing freedom, expansion, and self-expression. Financial drive is instinctive, though impulsive decisions warrant careful review.
Health Their fiery nature demands physical activity and mental stimulation. Overtraining and nervous tension need balancing through meditation. An active lifestyle keeps them physically and emotionally thriving.
That night, the moon was in its waxing crescent phase.
Chinese year of the Snake (Water).
Fun Facts About 24th November
Name Days in Your Language: Zachariah, Zachary, Zachery, Zackary, Zackery
Someone born on this day in 2013 would be 12 years old today — just 4,523 days into life, which is roughly 108,562 hours, 6,513,777 minutes, or 390,826,677 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 328. day of the year.
There are 37 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 47 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 24th November
- Jeremy Swayman, American ice hockey player (1998)
- Marcus Bontempelli, Australian footballer (1995)
- Nabil Bentaleb, Algerian footballer (1994)
- Ivi Adamou, Cypriot-Greek singer-songwriter (1993)
- Joe Pigott, English footballer (1993)
- Sergei Kulbach, Ukrainian figure skater (died 2023) (1992)
- Mario Gaspar, Spanish footballer (1990)
- Sarah Hyland, American actress (1990)
- Tom Odell, English singer-songwriter (1990)
- Michael Oldfield, Australian rugby league player (1990)
Lives Remembered on 24th November
- Paul Futcher, English footballer (born 1956) (2016)
- Florence Henderson, American actress, singer and television personality (born 1934) (2016)
- Robert Ford, English general (born 1923) (2015)
- John Forrester, English historian and philosopher (born 1949) (2015)
- Quincy Monk, American football player (born 1979) (2015)
- Heinz Oberhummer, Austrian physicist, astronomer, and academic (born 1941) (2015)
- Douglas W. Shorenstein, American businessman (born 1955) (2015)
- Jorge Herrera Delgado, Mexican engineer and politician (born 1961) (2014)
- Murli Deora, Indian politician, Indian Minister of Corporate Affairs (born 1937) (2014)
- Peter Henderson, New Zealand rugby player (born 1926) (2014)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 24th November
- Christian feast days: Albert of Louvain
- Christian feast days: Andrew Dũng-Lạc, Pierre Dumoulin-Borie, and other Vietnamese Martyrs
- Christian feast days: Chrysogonus
- Christian feast days: Colmán of Cloyne
- Christian feast days: Eanflæd
- Christian feast days: Firmina
- Christian feast days: Flavian of Ricina
- Christian feast days: Flora and Maria
- Christian feast days: Jehu Jones (Lutheran)
- Christian feast days: Justus Falckner (Lutheran)
- Christian feast days: Kenan (Cianán)
- Christian feast days: Pierre Dumoulin-Borie
- Christian feast days: Protasius of Milan
- Christian feast days: Romanus of Blaye
- Christian feast days: November 24 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Evolution Day (International observance)
- Lachit Divas (Assam)
- Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur (India)
- Teachers' Day (Turkey)
What Happened on 24th November?
- The government of Colombia and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia–People's Army sign a revised peace deal, bringing an end to the country's more than 50-year-long civil war. (2016)
- A Russian Air Force Sukhoi Su-24 fighter jet is shot down by the Turkish Air Force over the Syria–Turkey border, killing one of the two pilots; a Russian marine is also killed during a subsequent rescue effort. (2015)
- A terrorist attack on a hotel in Al-Arish, Egypt, kills at least seven people and injures 12 others. (2015)
- An explosion on a bus carrying Tunisian Presidential Guard personnel in Tunisia's capital Tunis leaves at least 14 people dead. (2015)
- Iran signs an interim agreement with the P5+1 countries, limiting its nuclear program in exchange for reduced sanctions. (2013)
- A fire at a clothing factory in Dhaka, Bangladesh, kills at least 112 people. (2012)