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Mousse Day celebrates the French culinary invention. Mousse, a light and airy dish known for its creamy texture and versatility has a rich culinary history that dates back to the 18th century. The term "...
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The MTV Europe Music Awards honors musicians and performers in Europe. Presented by MTV Networks Europe and established in 1994, it was conceptualized as an alternative to MTV Video Music Awards. Begi...
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National Day in Monaco marks the ascensions of Prince Rainier III on November 19, 1949, and Prince Albert II on November 19, 2005. It is also known as Sovereign Prince Day.
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In France and several other European countries, Old Maid's Day falls on November 25, Saint Catherine's Day (Catherine of Alexandria 287AD-305AD). Saint Catherine was, among other things, the patron sain...
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Singles Day is about romance, but it is even more about insane retail sales. It's the 21st century's global version of Black Friday. If you're an online retailer who isn't tapping into Singles Day, you're...
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HONORING THE DEAD TOTENSONNTAG Totensonntag, or "Sunday of the Dead," is a religious holiday observed in Germany and the Netherlands. It is a Protestant day of remembrance for the dead, similar to All Sa...
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Victory Day in Italy marks the anniversary of November 4, 1918, when the nation signed a treaty with Austria returning Trentino and Trieste to Italy after WWI.
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Volkstrauertag is Germany's memorial day, honoring all those who perished or were victimized in WWI and under the Nazis. It always occurs on a Sunday.
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A TRADITION OF LEADERSHIP IN SAN MARINO: THE INVESTITURE OF THE CAPTAINS REGENT The Investiture Ceremony of the Captains Regent is a centuries-old tradition in the Republic of San Marino, one of the worl...
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The day everyone dreads is here. Welcome to the official start of the flu season in the northern hemisphere! While seasonal flu outbreaks can happen as early as October, flu activity usually peaks betwe...
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Independence Day in Cyprus marks the anniversary of October 1, 1960, the official day of independence from Britain. Independence Day is a national holiday.
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Between 1572 and 1574, the Dutch and Spanish fought a war. On October 3, 1574, under the leadership of William of Orange, the Spanish army fled Leiden, which had been under siege for a year. Over 18,000 p...
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EAST REJOINS WEST: UNITY DAY IN GERMANY Unity Day (or Tag der Deutschen Einheit) is a momentous occasion in Germany, celebrated annually on October 3rd. The day marks the reunification of East and West G...
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Cinnamon Bun Day celebrates the rolled sweet roll with cinnamon and sugar believed to have originated in Sweden. Swedish bakeries and restaurants recognize this day within the country. Its name in Swedish...
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Erntedankfest is the German day of thanksgiving for the harvest. This annual festival is celebrated by both Catholics and Protestants throughout the country, and it is a day of eating, libation, and refle...
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Republic Day in Portugal marks the anniversary of October 5, 1910, when Portugal became a republic. Republic Day is a national holiday.
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Held to mark the anniversary of Miguel de Cervantes' baptism, October 9, 1547, Semana Cervantina is a week-long celebration of the poet and his work in Madrid, Spain. You know his work. Ever heard of Don...
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Evacuation Day commemorates October 7, 1970, when Italy evacuated its troops from Libyan soil and ports. Libya has several evacuation days marking various departures, including June 11, 1970, American Eva...
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Columbus Day / Discovery Day / Friendship Day / Día de la Hispanidad / Día de la Raza / Native Americans' Day / Discovers' Day Locations: Belize, Mexico, Bahamas, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, Spain, South...
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Finns are known for their dislike and aversion to failure. Still, with the Great Recession heavily impacting the Scandinavian country, many of its people found themselves in an unfavorable state: dependen...