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Though this ancient grain has been cultivated for over 4000 years in South America, it arrived in the United States in 1983. Today, quinoa is a popular side dish in salads or on its own and is often used as a substitute for rice or potatoes.

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Radio Show, European (FR): January 19-21 (est)

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Considered the world's largest trade show, conference, and event for radio professionals, the European Radio Show is an annual event. PLEASE NOTE: Treat all televised and venue-specific events (sporting, concerts, trade shows, etc.) as estimated. Several factors can cause an event to move dates at the last minute, including weather, strikes, natural disasters, political upheaval, conflicting programming, pandemics, and current events. Because of this, always verify the event with the promotor before committing resources. LEEP often estimates dates based on the previous year's schedules, as the final dates are only a few months, weeks, or days before the event. If the date is known to be estimated, you will see an (est) following the date in the title.

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Radon Action Month, Ntl.: January

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National Radon Action Month raises awareness about the radioactive gas that occurs naturally in the environment and causes serious health problems to those exposed. Radon comes from the natural decay of uranium found in nearly all soils. The pollutant emerges from the ground into the air, entering your home through cracks and other holes in the foundation. The structure traps radon inside, where it can build up. Any home may have a radon problem: New and old homes Well-sealed and drafty homes Homes with or without basements The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and supporting organizations make test kits and public awareness campaigns available throughout the country.

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Rajab (M): January 22 - February 20

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Rajab is the seventh month of the Islamic Calendar. The word 'Rajab' is a derivative of Rajaba, which means "to respect" in Arabic. Rajab is one of the four sacred months in the Islamic Calendar, during which warfare and battles are prohibited and considered blasphemous.

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Ratification Day (1784): January 14

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January 14, 1784, the Continental Congress of the United States ratified the Treaty of Paris, signed September 3, 1783. This document officially ended the war for independence between the United States and England and took full effect on May 12, 1784.

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Religion Day, World: January 15

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World Religion Day was first proposed and observed in 1950 by the National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of the United States. It seeks to promote the universal principles underlining each of the world's major religions, including kindness towards others, charity, compassion, and respect. Recognized globally, World Religion Day reminds people that regardless of what we call ourselves or how we worship, our sense of humanity is ultimately universal.

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Religious Freedom Day, Ntl. (1786): January 16

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National Religious Freedom Day marks the anniversary of the drafting of the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom by Thomas Jefferson on January 16, 1786. The statute was ratified three days later and became the standard for the US Constitution's first amendment, approved on December 15, 1791.

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Republic Day (IN)(1950): January 26

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On January 26, 1950, India's Constitution was enacted, and the former British colony officially became an independent republic. British rule ended on August 15, 1947, but continued in absentia as a Constitutional Monarchy under King George VI until the Indian constitution came into effect. Today, India is the most populous democracy in the world, and Republic Day is celebrated annually on this anniversary.

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Revolution Day, (TZ)(1963/1964): January 12

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Revolution Day in Tanzania marks the anniversary of January 12, 1963, when Zanzibar became independent under a sultan. It didn't last long. On January 12, 1964, the sultan was overthrown, and the areas of Zanzibar and Tanganyika combined to create a new nation. Revolution Day is a national holiday.

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Rhubarb Pie Day, Ntl.: January 23

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Rhubarb is a perennial plant that arrived in Europe via Marco Polo’s expeditions to China. This tart plant was later cultivated during the 1600s in England and became a popular base for today’s celebrated food, rhubarb pie.

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Rid the World of Fad Diets & Gimmicks Day: January 17

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Rid the World of Fad Diets & Gimmicks Day promotes a healthy lifestyle and educates people on the dangers of supplements, gimmicks, and diet drugs in the battle of the bulge. Rid the World of Fad diets and Gimmicks Day falls on the Tuesday of Healthy Weight Week each January.

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Rising Star Month, Worldwide: January

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Worldwide Rising Star Month takes advantage of New Year's Resolutions and encourages everyone to create a life plan and reach for the stars.

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Roe-v-Wade Day (1973): January 22

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January 22, 1973, saw the landmark decision by the United States Court on Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton. This ruling made abortion legal in the United States and gave women the choice of having a child if pregnant or ending the pregnancy. The ruling passed seven to two, upholding a right to privacy under the Due Process Clause of the 14th Amendment, extending it to a woman's decision to have an abortion. It was a tricky decision because it needed to balance the state's two legitimate interests—protecting women's health and protecting the potentiality of human life. The court decided that a woman has a right to abort a pregnancy until fetal viability. Viability is defined as "potentially able to live outside of the mother's womb, albeit with artificial aid." Today this is translated to 23 or 24 weeks, with medical advances making headway to shorten that period even further. Update: In June 2022, the Supreme Court overturned Roe vs. Wade, forcing over half the women in the United States to live in states where the procedure is either banned or extremely limited. American cities and states will not know the full ramifications of this regression in women's rights for several years. Over the next decade, if it remains struck down, expect universities in states with bans to see a reduction in students applying and attending. Employers in these states will have difficulty attracting young workers, thus forcing a decline in home values and, therefore, the tax base. Reduced taxes impact other public services as younger workers seek states that protect their rights and place the value of a woman's life before the unborn. Those of childbearing age, particularly the educated and those with means, will choose to live where they can control their lives over locations where they cannot.

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Room of One's Own Day: January 25

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Room of One's Own Day was created by the folks at Wellcat.com. It's a day to appreciate thethe importance of having one's own room, whether for work or leisure. It is especially important for people who are married and have children and vital to one's health and sanity to have a personal space.

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Rose Bowl & Parade (US-CA): January 2

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The Rose Bowl is an annual collegiate football championship game played at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California. It is the oldest bowl game in the United States and is known as "The granddaddy of them all." Before the game, The Tournament of Roses Parade winds through the city. Every float is created from organic materials of flowers, seeds, fauna, and dirt. The results are spectacular. The Rose Parade and the Rose Bowl are New Year's Day traditions in the US, televised worldwide. The first Rose Bowl occurred on January 1, 1902, featuring Stanford versus Midwestern. Michigan won 49-0.

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