World Television Day

Today, and November 21st annually, is World Television Day. Surprisingly, it is one of the United Nations General Assembly's International Days. But that reflects the importance and influence of television on a global scale. 

The commemorative day was established in 1996. November 21st was chosen because 

on this day in 1996, the "First World Television Forum", hosted by the United Nations, was held. The forum was implemented because television began to have a great influence on the decision-making process of people and public opinion.

The position of television has changed in recent decades. Today, social media probably has greater influence than television in shaping public opinion, particularly in younger generations. Moreover, an increasing number of people only watch streaming services. But television still plays an important role.