Brew Monday takes place on the third Monday of January each year, which falls on January 20 this year. This day encourages people to set up online, phone, or face-to-face meetings with friends or loved ones who might be feeling overwhelmed by the dreariness of winter. It was initiated by the international […]
Heritage Treasures Day is celebrated every January 11, serving as an excellent opportunity to share the stories of our unique backgrounds. This day not only emphasizes the importance of preserving historical monuments but also encourages fundraising for iconic sites worldwide. Additionally, it highlights the need to protect wildlife. By promoting awareness and educating […]
Cigarettes Are Hazardous To Your Health Day, observed every January 11, aims to raise awareness about the high rates of smoking and its health risks. A cigarette, which is typically a slender rolled container filled with combustible material like tobacco, is ignited at one end to produce smoke that is inhaled orally […]
Peculiar People Day on January 10 gives us a chance to appreciate and acknowledge those who dare to be different and don’t adhere to society’s norms. It’s these “peculiar,” “different,” or “abnormal” folks who often drive the world forward by thinking outside the box. They’ve got the courage to reject the status quo […]
Quitter’s Day is observed on the second Friday of January, which this year lands on January 10. The practice of making New Year’s resolutions dates back about 4,000 years to the ancient Babylonians, who actually celebrated the new year in mid-March, coinciding with the first moon after the spring equinox. Quitter’s Day aims […]
Mahayana New Year is celebrated globally by Buddhists on January 14 this year. Mahayana refers to a broad range of Buddhist ideas and philosophies, forming one of the two primary branches of Buddhism. It’s predominantly observed in Northeast Asia, including countries like China, Japan, Tibet, Taiwan, Mongolia, and Korea. Each of […]
Stephen Foster Memorial Day, celebrated every year on January 13, provides a chance to explore the legacy of America’s pioneering songwriter through music that might sound familiar. This day pays tribute to the man who penned countless American classics even before it became a recognized profession. The Journey of Stephen Foster Though Foster […]
On January 13 each year, we celebrate a significant piece of technology: the radio, during Public Radio Broadcasting Day. This day pays tribute to the inventors of the radio and those who pioneered public broadcasting. It reminds us how vital technology is in our everyday lives. The origins of Public Radio Broadcasting […]