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The Italian Grand Prix is a Formula One event at the Autodromo Nazionale di Monza near Milan, Italy, since 1950, making it one of the oldest and most prestigious races on the Formula One calendar. The Autodromo Nazionale di Monza is a high-speed circuit with long straights and tight chicanes, which provide a unique challenge to drivers and teams. The course is 5.793 km (3.6 miles) long and features 11 turns, with the top speeds reaching 360 km/h (224 mph) in the straights. Some of the most successful drivers in Formula One history have won the Italian Grand Prix, including Michael Schumacher, Juan Manuel Fangio, and Ayrton Senna. Michael Schumacher holds the record for the most wins at the Italian Grand Prix at five.

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Memo Day, Ntl.: May 21

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Old Friends, New Friends Week: May 21-27

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Old Friends, New Friends Week, or Friendship Week is celebrated annually on the third week of May. It's a time for making new friends and remembering old ones. Chat with someone on the street, pick up the phone, and call a friend you last heard from over a year ago. This event's founder, Dr. Jan Yager, stated her purpose: "to celebrate and make time for old and new friends and remember how vital friends are for our emotional and physical health and well-being and even professional or career success." Friendship is an integral part of life. Get out there, appreciate your friends, and make a few new ones!

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Palliative Care Week, Ntl.(AU): May 21-27

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Premier League Final (UK): May 21

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The Premier League is the top level of the English football league system. It is contested by 20 clubs and operates on a system of promotion and relegation with the English Football League (EFL). Seasons run from August to May with each team playing 38 matches (playing all 19 other teams home and away). Most games are played on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. The Premier League is known for its high level of competition and is widely regarded as one of the best football leagues in the world. It features teams with a rich history such as Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea, among others. However, there's a point of clarification here: unlike some sports (for example, the NFL in American Football, or the NBA in Basketball), there isn't a "Premier League Finals". The champion of the Premier League is not decided by a playoff or a final game, but by the total points accumulated throughout the season. Each team earns 3 points for a win, 1 point for a draw, and no points for a loss. The team with the most points at the end of the season wins the league. In case of a tie in points, goal difference then goals scored are used to decide the champion. The importance of finishing at the top of the Premier League cannot be understated: Prestige: Winning the Premier League is a huge achievement that brings significant prestige and recognition. It's a sign of success and dominance in one of the most competitive football leagues in the world. Champions League Qualification: The top four teams in the Premier League qualify for the following season's UEFA Champions League, which is the most prestigious club competition in European football. Financial Reward: There is a considerable financial benefit both in terms of the prize money from the Premier League itself, and also from the increased revenue from participating in the Champions League. Thus, while there's no "Premier League Finals" per se, the race to finish at the top of the Premier League table is a high-stakes competition watched by millions of fans around the world.

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Public Works Week, Ntl.(US/CA): May 21-27

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For National Public Works Week, many states, provinces, towns, and municipalities from across North America have come together to celebrate NPWW with official government proclamations and resolutions in honor of the contribution public works makes to their communities: in planning, building, managing and operating the heart of our local communities and in building the quality of life.

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Rural Life Sunday (C)(US/CA): May 21

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On Rural Life Sunday, the Christian community celebrates and affirms the people and communities around the globe who grow our food and raise the livestock that feeds and clothe us. Prayers to protect and preserve the prosperity of these essential people to global health and well-being are featured.

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Schizophrenia Awareness Week (AU): May 21-27

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Held during the week of World Schizophrenia Awareness Day, May 24, Schizophrenia Awareness Week first appeared in Australia in 1986. Its purpose is to raise awareness of schizophrenia and mental illness while educating the public and caregivers on how to support those with it.

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Sivan (J): May 21 - June 19

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Sivan is a late spring or early summer month in the Hebrew calendar, and it is the ninth month of the civil year and the third month of the ecclesiastical year. The main holiday during this month, celebrated on the sixth day, is Shavuot, the Feast of Weeks, or Pentecost.

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Tea Day, Intl.: May 21

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Tea, derived from the Camellia sinesis plant, is the second most consumed beverage worldwide, following water. Its origin traces back to areas like northeast India, north Myanmar, and southwest China, with historical records showing its consumption in China around 5,000 years ago. Tea plays a crucial socio-economic role, particularly in developing countries, where it provides livelihoods for millions of families, generates income and export revenues, and offers employment in economically disadvantaged regions. As a significant cash crop, tea contributes to rural development, poverty reduction, and food security. It also carries health benefits due to its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and weight loss properties, in addition to holding cultural significance across various societies. International Tea Day, celebrated on 21 May, was established to promote sustainable tea production and consumption, and to highlight its role in combating hunger and poverty. The tea industry's contribution aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals, including reducing poverty (Goal 1), combating hunger (Goal 2), empowering women (Goal 5), and promoting sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems (Goal 15). Enhancing public awareness of tea's importance for rural development and sustainable livelihoods is crucial to contributing to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. However, tea production faces significant challenges due to climate change, as it requires specific agro-ecological conditions. Changes in temperature and rainfall patterns affect tea yields, product quality, and prices, consequently impacting incomes and threatening rural livelihoods. Hence, there's an urgent need for tea-producing countries to integrate climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies into their national tea development plans.

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Unicycle Day, Ride a: May 21

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National Unicycle Week and Ride a Unicycle Day first ran in 2017 and are sponsored by the Unicycling Society of America. Their purpose is to encourage people to try unicycling, a fun challenge and great for building core strength and improving balance. National Unicycle Week begins on the third Sunday in May (also Ride a Unicycle Day) and goes through the following Saturday.

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Unicycle Week, Ride a: May 21-27

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Waitstaff Day, Ntl.: May 21

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Gaylord F Ward created National Waitstaff Day to honor the hard work and daily challenges of serving people in restaurants and the stress of this essential job. It is a day for patrons, restaurant owners, and managers alike to show appreciation to the men and women serving them.

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Wedding of the Sea (IT): May 21

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The Wedding with the Sea, or Sposalizio del Mare, is an annual ceremony held in the Italian city of Venice on the Sunday following the Feast of the Ascension, which falls 40 days after Easter. The ceremony celebrates Venice's maritime history and its relationship with the sea. The Wedding with the Sea ceremony dates back to 1000 AD, when Doge Pietro II Orseolo saved a ship that was in distress during a storm. In celebration, he threw a gold ring into the sea and declared Venice, the "bride of the sea." Since then, the ceremony has been held yearly, with the Doge or a city representative throwing a gold ring into the sea to symbolize the marriage between Venice and the Adriatic Sea. The ceremony begins with a procession of boats, including the Bucintoro, the historic state barge of the Doges, and other decorated boats. The boats make their way to the entrance of the Venetian Lagoon, where the ceremony takes place. The ceremony is presided over by the mayor of Venice and includes prayers, blessings, and the throwing of the gold ring. After the ceremony, boats gather for a regatta in the lagoon. The Wedding with the Sea is a popular event in Venice, drawing locals and tourists alike to witness the unique and historic ceremony.

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Backyard Games Week, Ntl.: May 22-28

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