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Martyred Intellectuals Day is a solemn observance commemorating the brutal assassination of the country's intellectuals during the final stages of the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War. This day serves as a...
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National Day in Laos marks the anniversary of December 2, 1975, when Laos declared itself a republic. National Day is a national holiday.
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Neutrality Day in Turkmenistan marks the anniversary of December 12, 1995, the official day the nation was recognized as a neutral state in South Asia, much like Switzerland in Europe by the United Nation...
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Malta's Republic Day marks the anniversary of December 13, 1974, when the island nation ended the monarchy and became a republic. Republic Day is a national holiday.
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Intellectual and revolutionary Dr. Jose Rizal was a hero of the Philippine revolution. He was martyred on this day, December 30, 1896, and executed by firing squad. His death anniversary is a national hol...
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Simbang Gabi is the official Christmas prayer tradition in the Philippines. It begins nine days before Christmas and includes nine early dawn and nine evening masses (church services). It is the preparati...
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Victory Day in Bangladesh marks the anniversary of December 16, 1971, when East Pakistan became part of the nation. Victory Day is a national holiday.
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Arts Month supports the Philippines' effort to nurture and promote its diverse artistic expressions. It reflects the country's commitment to honoring and preserving its cultural legacy while encouraging c...
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On February 23, 1984, the Southeast Asian country of Brunei was granted its independence from Britain. Brunei Darussalam is a national holiday.
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Nestled between India and China, the mountain nation of Nepal ratified its constitution on February 18, 1952. National Democracy Day celebrates that anniversary.
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EDSA People Power Commemoration Week, named after Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA), where it occurred in Metro Manila, marks a pivotal moment in Philippines history. This week-long commemoration, held...
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EDSA People Power holiday, named after Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA), where it occurred in Metro Manila, marks a pivotal moment in Philippines history. This week-long commemoration, held annually i...
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Sri Lanka became a nation in 1972. Before then, the nation was known as Ceylon and was part of the British Empire. On February 4, 1948, the nation gained independence from colonial rule; Independence Day...
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Like many societies, the Bengalese seek to preserve their language and heritage. Student protesters were killed on this day in 1952 when Urdu was declared the official language of neighboring Pakistan. Ul...
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National Day in Vietnam marks the anniversary of the creation of the Vietnamese Communist Party on February 3, 1930. National Day is a national holiday.
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Tet Nguyen Dan, or Tet, is Vietnam's most important festival, marking the arrival of spring and the Lunar New Year. Its history is deeply rooted in Vietnamese folklore and traditions, dating back thousand...
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Total Defense Day, observed annually on February 15 in Singapore, marks a pivotal moment in the nation's history. This day commemorates the fall of Singapore to Japanese forces during World War II in 1942...