Africa Day (formerly African Independence Day) is the annual commemoration of the founding of the Organization of African Unity on 25 May 1963 It is celebrated in various countries on the African continent, as well as around the world. The organization was transformed into the African Union on 9 July 2002 in Durban, South Africa, … Read more
May 25 is African Liberation Day. And on this day, many African countries celebrate the hard-fought achievement of their freedom from European colonial powers. African Liberation Day, aka Africa Day, is an annual celebration of African sovereignty, independence, and African identity on May 25. African states established the Organization of African Unity and sought cooperation and … Read more
Russia held its “Victory Day” martial parade on Monday to stain the 77th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s undoing by Nazi Germany in World War II. Russia Victory Day celebrated on 9 May. More than 65,000 men were expected to take part along with 2,400 weapons and material units. This year the parade comes against … Read more
Irish American Heritage Month is recognized each year in March as a way to honor the achievements and contributions of Irish immigrants and their descendants living in the United States. The First Day of Irish American heritage month is March 1. Irish American Heritage Month is celebrated by presidential and congressional proclamations in the United … Read more
Confederate Heroes Day is observed annually on April 26 in many southern states of the United States. The day is set aside to commemorate all soldiers who lost their lives fighting for the Confederacy in the American Civil War. It’s a day to celebrate the sacrifices and accomplishments of Confederate soldiers who did everything they … Read more
World Milk Day is celebrated on 1st June every year. Milk is one of the most beneficial foods for the body. Many people know this. However, drinking a glass of milk before going to bed at night is most beneficial for health. Drinking a glass of low-fat milk before going to bed every night reduces … Read more
Every year this day of June 14 is celebrated worldwide as World Blood Donor Day. The main purpose of World Blood Donor Day is to encourage the general public to donate blood, including those who save millions of lives by donating blood voluntarily and free of cost. Although World Blood Donor Day is dedicated to … Read more
Today, June 23, is International Widows Day. Experts say that 1 out of 7 widows in the world are not only in poverty, but war is one of the reasons that make women widows. The United Nations has declared June 23 as International Widows’ Day to establish the rights and social dignity of billions of … Read more
The 9th of Zil-Hajj, the day before Eid-ul-Azha, is called ‘Iwamul Arafah’ or the Day of Arafah. This year 27 June. On this day, pilgrims gather in a field called Arafah in Makkah. The most important act of Hajj is to stand on the 9th of the month of Zil-Hajj at the ‘Arafah Maidan. The … Read more