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Independence Day in Macedonia marks the anniversary of September 8, 1991, the day the nation gained its independence from the Yugoslav Union. Independence Day is a national holiday.

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Sep

Literacy Day, Intl.: September 8

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International Literacy Day is a UNESCO initiative empowering people with the literacy skills necessary for navigating an increasingly digitally-mediated society. This event includes an international conference in New York City, which annually explores effective literacy policies and programs that can leverage the digital world's opportunities.

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Sep

Rainforest Day, Amazon (1850): September 5

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On September 5, 1850, the province of Amazonas emerged. Known today as the State of Amazon in Brazil, the forest it hosts (with Bolivia, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Suriname, Venezuela, and French Guyana) covers 6.7 million square kilometers and approximately 33 million people. It's known as the world's lungs and is home to thousands of species of plants and animals, minerals, and natural resources. However, logging, mining, clear-cutting, construction, and other human activities threaten this biological miracle. Amazon Rainforest Day reminds us of the Amazon's importance and raises awareness to promote action to protect it.

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Sep

Remember a Charity in Your Will Week (UK): September 5-11

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Remember a Charity in Your Will Week falls during the second week of September. Sponsored by more than 200 charities in the United Kingdom, this event aims to educate people about charitable organizations and that giving should not be limited to a few but to most of the population. Writing a will and leaving something for a charity is an endeavor often associated with the rich, but the truth is, anyone can leave something for charities in their will.

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Sep

Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day, Intl: September 5

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World Spinal Cord Injury seeks to increase awareness and facilitate life inclusion for persons with paralysis and spinal cord injuries. One of the most devastating conditions physically, mentally, socially, sexually, and vocationally, spinal cord injuries affect every part of life. The economic costs are enormous, both in treatment and lost wages averaging between $334,000 - 1 million dollars in expenses in the first year after the injury and ongoing expenses of $41,000 to $178,000/year for life. The majority of spinal cord injuries are preventable. Basic safety procedures such as always wearing a seat belt, never driving under the influence, keeping your home clean and clutter-free, and always wearing a helmet when biking, skating, or skateboarding can prevent injury. When out and about, visually inspect playground equipment before using it, don't run on wet surfaces, and use your smartphone's flashlight after dark so people can see you.

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Sep

Spinal Injury Association's Great British Fish & Chips Supper (UK): September 5

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The Great British Fish and Chip Supper is the Spinal Injuries Association’s (SIA) national community fundraising campaign, and joining in will assist us in achieving our overall vision that spinal cord injury is not the end but a new beginning. Every day three people will sustain a spinal cord injury. Spinal cord injury is life-changing, and it can happen to anyone at any time, often causing paralysis and affecting many other aspects of a person’s health. As the leading national user-led charity for spinal cord injured people, SIA understands how spinal cord injury impacts individuals and families, and we are here to support them with life-long services as they rebuild their lives.

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Sep

Stock Exchange Holiday (NYSE Closed): September 5

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Stock Market Holidays are days on which the stock exchange is closed, and no trading occurs on this day.

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Sep

Superhero Week for Muscular Dystrophy (AU): September 5-11

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If you've been looking for an excuse to dress up like a superhero and support a worthy cause, Superhero Week for Muscular Dystrophy(MS) in Australia is your chance. To participate, register your group, set your date during National Superhero Week, and start planning your costume. Funds raised from events support MS research and those living with this condition.

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Sep

Women's Health Week (AU): September 5-12

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Created in 2013, Women's Health Week gives women the license to put themselves first and dedicate a week to health. Health information and free resources are made available by various organizations throughout Australia during this week and is championed by Jean Hailes.

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Sep

Zero Waste Week (UK): September 5-11

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Zero Waste Week falls on the first Monday of September and is celebrated for one week. This event raises awareness of the impact of landfill on the environment and ways to reduce landfills. Although newsletters are sent all year round and fresh content on their site, Zero Waste Week officially starts in September. Zero Waste Week began in 2008.

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Sep

Baltic Independence (1991): September 6

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Today is the anniversary of independence for the three countries known as the Baltic States (Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia). Each officially gained its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. During World War II in 1940, the Soviet Union began its occupation of the three countries, forcibly admitting them to its union. Fifty-one years later, the occupation ended, and the three countries became free on September 6, 1991, when Moscow officially recognized their independence.

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Sep

Defense of Pakistan Day, (PK): September 6

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Defense of Pakistan Day remembers the Indo-Pakistan War, which ran from April - September 1965. Defense of Pakistan Day is a national holiday

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Sep

Fight Procrastination Day: September 6

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If you consider yourself to be a "normal" human, then you love to procrastinate! Worry not! Billions of people are just like you! National Fight Procrastination Day celebrates procrastination and teaches us ways to reduce it and be more proactive. Whether creating to-do lists or keeping a note on your phone, it is always important to keep track of our daily obligations and fulfill as many of them as possible. After all, the sooner we finish our to-do lists, the sooner we can go back home to doing nothing!

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Sep

Iguana Awareness Day, Ntl.: September 6

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National Iguana Awareness Day (NIAD) was conceived by a group of enthusiasts who disbanded in 2001, but their mission is still active. Their motto and the slogan of NIAD is "Hard to care for... easy to love." NIAD's purpose is to raise awareness about the risks of having an iguana as a pet. Iguanas are lovely reptiles but challenging to take care of, resulting in most lizards dying due to unprepared owners. NIAD aims to change that.

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Sep

Independence Day, Somhlolo Day (SZ)(1968): September 6

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Independence Day in Swaziland marks the anniversary of September 6, 1968, the official day the nation gained independence from Britain. Independence Day is a national holiday called Somhlolo Day in honor of the Swazi leader of the 1800s.

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