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UNESCO sponsors the International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition. This observance focuses on the history and plight of slaves allowing people to remember how the slave trade worked and the consequences of such actions. It marks the anniversary of August 13, 1791, when slaves revolted in Saint Dominique, now known as Haiti.

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Sponge Cake Day: August 23

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Sponge Cake Day celebrates one of the easiest cakes to make with just three main ingredients (flour, eggs, and sugar). Today, people buy sponge cakes, create their versions, or give one to friends.

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Burger Day, Mr. Hyde Ntl. (UK): August 24

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Throughout the United Kingdom, on Mr. Hyde National Burger Day, Brits can choose their favorite burger place and download a coupon for up to 20%. Application and instructions on the National Burger Day website. Brought to you buy the magazine Mr. Hyde each year. Created in 2013.

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Cowal Gathering (Highland Games)(UK): August 24-26

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The Cowal Gathering Highland Games are traditional athletic, cultural, and social events celebrating Scottish heritage with a long and rich history dating back over a thousand years. Originally they were designed to test Scottish warriors' strength, skill, and agility and keep clan traditions alive. Today, the Highland Games have evolved into a celebration of Scottish culture, attracting participants and spectators worldwide. Key features of the Highland Games include: Athletic competitions: Traditional events at the Highland Games include the caber toss, hammer throw, weight for distance, weight for height, shot put (using a stone rather than the metal ball used in modern athletics), and various track and field events. Highland dancing: Dancers compete in traditional dances, such as the Highland Fling, the Sword Dance, and the Seann Triubhas, showcasing their grace, strength, and agility. Piping and drumming: The sound of bagpipes and drums is a hallmark of the Highland Games, with solo pipers and pipe bands competing in various categories to demonstrate their skill and musicianship. Clan gatherings: The Highland Games allow people to celebrate and explore their Scottish heritage. Clans erect tents where visitors can learn about their clan's history and participate in clan-specific activities. Heavy events: Some games feature unique events like "tug o' war," "farmers walk," and "sheaf toss" that further demonstrate the strength and endurance of participants. Traditional Scottish music and entertainment: In addition to piping and drumming, other forms of Scottish music and entertainment round out the Highland Games, including ceilidh bands and traditional folk singers. The largest and most well-known Highland Games event is the Cowal Highland Gathering, held annually in Dunoon, Scotland.

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Festival Mode & Design, Montreal (CA-QC): August 24-27

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The Fashion & Design Festival celebrates creativity and culture through the works of Canadian designers, retailers, and international trendsetters. The event includes fashion shows, live creative sessions, design showcasing, and musical performances and attracts nearly 550,000 visitors.

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Flag Day, (LR)(1847): August 24

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Marking August 24, 1847's adoption of the national banner, Liberia's Flag Day is a national holiday.

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Independence Day, (UA)(1991): August 24

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On August 24, 1991, Ukraine regained its independence from the Soviet Union. August 24 was the second time Ukraine declared independence from Moscow. The first time was on January 22, 1918, and freedom would last until 1921, when the Soviet Union took control of the country. As of February 2014, the region of Crimea is under Russian occupation again. In February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine again. As of this update in July 2022, the nations are still at war.

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Knife Day, Ntl.: August 24

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National Knife Day seeks to appreciate the vital use and function of knives. Whether as a tool for hunting, eating, or a weapon of defense, knives have been essential throughout human history.

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Aug

Moon—First Quarter: August 24

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The first quarter moon occurs when the moon is one-half illuminated by the sun. Each day forward increases the amount of the moon you can see. The 1st quarter typically occurs seven days after the New Moon.

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Peach Pie Day, Ntl.: August 24

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National Peach Pie Day celebrates the peach pie, made with sugar, cinnamon, butter, and peaches, then covered in a flaky crust. Harvested between June and August are the two best-known varieties of peaches, the Clingstone and the Freestone, most often used. Peaches originated in China. National Peach Pie day is celebrated across the country in restaurants. The Washington House in Sellersville, Pennsylvania, promotes this day with free mini peach pies to those with reservations.

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Strange Music Day, Intl.: August 24

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Created by Juilliard graduate and musician Patrick Grant, Strange Music Day encourages people to get out of their comfort zone and discover new sounds and music. Listen to a genre you've never heard before. Have your parents or grandparents share their favorite songs from their youth. Whatever you choose to listen to, use today to discover something new!

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Aug

Vesuvius Eruption (IT)(79AD): August 24

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On this day in 79AD that Italy's Mount Vesuvius erupted, violently destroying the city of Pompeii and several surrounding towns. The mountain remained active for the next 1500 years, erupting periodically. Vesuvius is perhaps the most famous volcanic eruption in history. It happened so quickly that residents in the city of Pompeii were encased in ash and the outline of their bodies remained intact. They were discovered in 1748 by a surveying engineer and have provided a unique look into life during Roman times.

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Waffle Day, Ntl. (1869): August 24

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National Waffle Day marks the anniversary of the first viable patent for a waffle iron on August 24, 1869, to Cornelius Swartwout, #US 94043 A.

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William Wilberforce Day (1759): August 24

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William Wilberforce was a slavery abolitionist in England who spearheaded that nation’s first bill to end slavery in the British Parliament. His birthday, August 24, 1759, is noted around the world. In Ohio, at Wilberforce University, the day is marked with a conference celebrating his life.

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Banana Split Day (1904): August 25

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Banana Split Day celebrates one of the most decadent desserts of all time, the banana split. The Banana Split was introduced at the Tassell Pharmacy in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, on August 25, 1904, it is believed. Whether this is the actual date cannot be confirmed. What is known is that 23-year-old pharmacist David Evans Strickler created the banana split that summer for the pharmacy's soda fountain to out-sundae other soda shops. It sold for a whopping 10 cents, twice the cost of other fountain treats. The original banana split continues to be served in Latrobe restaurants (long after soda fountains faded from glory) courtesy of Valley Dairy restaurants since 1938. A banana split is assembled on a dish called a boat. A banana is split into two lengthwise and placed on each side. Scoops of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry ice cream are added in the middle. Toppings like pineapple on the strawberry ice cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup on the vanilla, and strawberry toppings on chocolate are the usual add-ons. Garnishes include slivers of almonds, whipped cream, and cherries complete the whole thing. The banana split had its 100th birthday in 2004.

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