Published by: World Health Organization This yearly celebration informs the public on the dangers of using tobacco, the business practices of tobacco companies, what WHO is doing to fight the tobacco epidemic, and what people around the world can do to claim their right to health and healthy living and to protect future generations. The […]
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Published by: Almanac This U.S. federal holiday is observed on the last Monday of May to honor the men and women who have died while serving in the military. It was formerly known as Decoration Day. What’s the Difference Between Memorial Day and Veterans Day? On both Memorial Day and Veterans Day, it’s customary to
Published by: Military.com Among the many military holidays celebrated each year is Armed Forces Day. Celebrated the third Saturday in May, Armed Forces Day falls during Military Appreciation Month and joins Memorial Day, Military Spouse Appreciation Day, and Victory in Europe Day (V-E Day) as another May military-themed holiday. The History of Armed Forces Day
Norway’s Constitution Day is quite a party! Published by: Visit Norway Brazil has its carnival, and Ireland has Saint Patrick’s Day. But what does Norway have? On the 17th of May, we celebrate the signing of the Constitution in 1814. In Norway, Constitution Day is huge. While many countries celebrate their national day with a
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The United States, like some countries, holds Mother’s Day on the second Sunday of May. However, many other nations celebrate the day on a different date. Published by: as A celebration that honors motherhood, Mother’s Day is held annually around the world on a range of different dates. It is observed on the second Sunday
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Look for deals on Mother’s Day and Memorial Day Published by: AARP As the days get warmer and longer this month, the deals from retailers get better. After two months without any major retail holidays, stores are prepping to welcome shoppers back with sales before Mother’s Day (May 14) and Memorial Day (May 29). Retailers
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Published by: Almanac May Day (May 1) celebrates the return of spring! Learn about the origins of May Day and fun traditions, from surprise flower baskets to the Maypole. Don’t forget to wash your face in dew on the morning of May 1 for good luck. Origins of May Day Did you know that May
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Published by: Arbor Day Foundation As pioneers began moving into the Nebraska Territory, the lack of trees was felt deeply. Not only did the new residents miss the trees they left behind, but they were also left without the trees they needed as windbreaks to keep soil in place, for fuel and building materials, and
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Published by: UNESCO World Book and Copyright Day is a celebration to promote the enjoyment of books and reading. Each year, on 23 April, celebrations take place all over the world to recognize the scope of books – a link between the past and the future, a bridge between generations and across cultures. On this
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Published by: National Today The idea for Earth Day was originally born in 1969, when a US Senator named Gaylord Nelson, witnessed the effects of a massive oil spill in Santa Barbara, CA. He called to action all Americans to take a stand for the environment in 1970, and thousands of colleges and universities across
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