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Stock Market Holidays are days in which the stock exchange is closed, and no trading occurs on this day.
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On April 18, 1955, Indonesian President Sukarno coined the phrase "Third World" to describe less developed nations not attached to the Soviet block or NATO. THIRD WORLD, GLOBAL SOUTH, DEVELOPING WORLD—W...
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World Circus Day celebrates the traditional circus arts and presentations found throughout the world. Circuses have been a part of modern culture since the Roman Empire, and the current version with a big...
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National Garlic Day is celebrated in the US. Garlic is one of the more unique roots in the world, with applications in medicine and cooking. The favorite food flavoring originated in Asia and has been u...
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We all love hanging out; however, National Hanging Out Day honors something different, the importance of doing everything in our power to preserve and protect the environment. April 19 is the day that a...
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National Husband Appreciation Day salutes the remarkable man in your life, the one you've chosen as your life partner, "till death do you part." Today is your excuse to do something extra special for your...
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John Parker was a militiaman during the American Revolution. On April 19, 1775, on Lexington Green, Massachusetts Bay, he said, "Stand your ground. Don't fire unless you are fired upon—but, if they mean t...
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Created in 1990, "Just Pray No!" is an international prayer and fasting weekend observed worldwide. It focuses specifically on praying and holding revival meetings for those suffering from drug and alcoho...
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World Week for Animals in Laboratories occurs the week of the United Nation's World Laboratory Animals Day, April 24. The goal of this week is to spotlight this issue and educate people about how animals...
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April 19, 1995, is the day of the Oklahoma City Bombing, which killed 168 people, and the terrorist responsible was an American citizen.
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For one week each April, we join the National Park Foundation, the official caretaker of America's national parks, in celebrating America's treasures. National Park Week is a time to explore unique places...
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Patriots' Day in Florida marks the first death in the American Revolution at Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775.
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Pet supply company Petco sponsors National Pets @ Work Day. Sharing a workspace with your pet brings peace of mind (less stressing about potty breaks and lack of attention) and some notable health benefi...
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Artisanal cheese producers stay true to ancient traditions and create many of the gourmet cheeses seen in the specialty section of the supermarket or deli. These crafted cheeses are part of culinary cultu...
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Created by Vincent Coyle of Northern Ireland, National Day of Reconciliation encourages people to unite and be part of the solution through reconciliation. Efforts to promote reconciliation embrace social...