Published by: npr.org It seems perfect — the Fourth of July falls on a Tuesday this year, allowing for a nice long weekend to get away. But it might be a little too perfect: Record-setting numbers of people are predicted to travel in the coming days. AAA, the auto association, is projecting record-breaking travel volumes […]
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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: 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
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.com Presidents’ Day is Monday, February 20! Although the holiday is most often referred to as “Presidents’ Day,” the observed federal holiday is officially called “Washington’s Birthday.” Neither Congress nor the President has ever stipulated that the name of the holiday observed as Washington’s Birthday be changed to Presidents’ Day. Additionally, Congress has
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Black History Month Honors Legacy of Struggle and Triumph Published by: U.S. Embassy in Argentina Each February, National African American History Month honors the struggles and triumphs of millions of American citizens over the most devastating obstacles — slavery, prejudice, poverty — as well as their contributions to the nation’s cultural and political life. According
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Published by: National Constitution Center The first Monday in September is celebrated nationally as Labor Day. So how did we get the holiday and why is no one quite sure who created it? The Labor Day holiday grew out of the late 19th century organized labor movement, and it quickly became a national holiday as
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Published by: www.almanac.com Take a moment to learn the true meaning of Memorial Day. It’s important to recognize the difference between this federal holiday and Veterans Day (especially for vets). Also, learn why it was originally called Decoration Day, why the red poppy is a symbol, and when to fly the flag. This U.S. federal
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