On January 9th:

 1493 Christopher Columbus Sights Manatees in the Caribbean

During his second voyage to the Americas on January 9th, 1493, Christopher Columbus sighted manatees in the Caribbean. This encounter added to the explorer’s documentation of the region’s unique wildlife.

 1913  Richard Nixon, 37th U.S. President, is Born

January 9th, 1913, marks the birth of Richard Nixon, who would later become the 37th President of the United States. His presidency and legacy would shape American politics for years to come.

2007  Steve Jobs Unveils the First iPhone

On this day in 2007, Apple’s co-founder Steve Jobs unveiled the first iPhone, revolutionizing the smartphone industry and changing the way we communicate, work, and navigate the digital world.