1945day.year
The United Auto Workers strike 92 General Motors plants in 50 cities to back up worker demands for a 30-percent raise.
United Auto Workers launch a massive strike against General Motors, halting production at plants in 50 cities.
On November 21, 1945, the United Auto Workers (UAW) called a strike at 92 General Motors factories across 50 cities to demand a 30% wage increase. The shutdown involved over 175,000 workers and disrupted one of America's largest industrial sectors. Negotiations focused on postwar labor rights and profit-sharing as veterans returned to civilian employment. The strike demonstrated the growing power of labor unions in the United States economy. Ultimately, the UAW secured wage gains that set a precedent for future collective bargaining agreements.
1945
strike
2004day.year
The Paris Club agrees to write off 80% (up to $100 billion) of Iraq's external debt.
The Paris Club agreed to write off 80% of Iraq’s external debt, up to $100 billion, to support the country’s post-war reconstruction efforts.
On November 21, 2004, the Paris Club—a consortium of creditor nations—announced it would cancel a majority of Iraq’s debt.
The agreement aimed to alleviate Iraq’s financial burden following the 2003 invasion and rebuild key public services.
Creditors agreed to write off up to $100 billion, representing roughly 80% of the total debt.
This measure allowed the new Iraqi government to redirect funds toward healthcare, education, and infrastructure.
The debt relief was conditionally tied to economic reforms and transparent governance in Iraq.
It represented international support for stabilizing Iraq and facilitating long-term development.
Paris Club
Iraq
2019day.year
Tesla launches the SUV Cybertruck. A gaffe occurs during the launch event when its "unbreakable" windows shatter during demonstration.
Tesla unveiled the futuristic Cybertruck SUV, but the demonstration faltered when its so-called unbreakable windows cracked on stage. The viral mishap contrasted sharply with the vehicle’s bold design.
On November 21, 2019, Tesla CEO Elon Musk introduced the much-anticipated Cybertruck at a live event in Los Angeles. Boasting a radical angular design and stainless steel shell, the electric pickup aimed to redefine automotive aesthetics. To prove its strength, Tesla engineers hurled a metal ball at the truck’s windows—only for the glass to crack unexpectedly. The onstage blunder stunned the audience and quickly went viral online. Musk recovered by quipping that the test had simply set a new baseline for improvement. Despite the embarrassment, the Cybertruck secured hundreds of thousands of preorders within days. The launch highlighted Tesla’s daring innovation while reminding the world of the perils of live demonstrations in today’s connected age.
Tesla
SUV
Cybertruck