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CELEBRATE FAMILY MEALS: EAT BETTER—EAT TOGETHER MONTH Families across the United States are encouraged to come together for meals as part of Eat Better—Eat Together Month, an initiative aimed at fosterin...
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National Eczema Month is an awareness campaign held annually in October in the United States. The campaign aims to educate the public about eczema, a common skin condition affecting millions worldwide....
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HONORING WISDOM: ELDERLY FILIPINO WEEK IN THE PHILIPPINES Elderly Filipino Week, a joyous celebration held annually from October 1st to 7th in the Philippines, is a dedicated period for recognizing and h...
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The United Nations General Assembly designated today as the International Day of the Elderly. Ageism is a widely prevalent and prejudicial attitude that stems from the assumption that age discrimination...
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Every person on the planet has a type of genius. Some are very good with science, others with politics, arts or sales. And then there are those people who seem to understand people. They always know the r...
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Proclaimed by President Obama, October marks Energy Action Month, and the nation is looking to the federal government to provide leadership in energy management and sustainability. Federal agencies are w...
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PROMOTING HEALTH AND EFFICIENCY: ERGONOMICS MONTH Every October, Ergonomics Month raises awareness about the importance of ergonomics in enhancing human well-being and improving workplace productivity. T...
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When asked, only 35 percent of respondents said they always wear protective eyewear when performing home repairs or maintenance; even fewer do so while playing sports. Protecting your eyes from injury i...
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SUPPORTING ETHICAL TRADE: FAIR TRADE MONTH Fair Trade Month, celebrated every October, is dedicated to promoting fair trade principles and raising awareness about the importance of ethical consumerism. T...
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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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IT'S ABOUT ROOTS: FAMILY HISTORY MONTH In the United States, October is Family History Month, a dedicated time for individuals to explore and celebrate their genealogical roots. The month-long observance...
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Three hundred and sixty-five steps ascend the mountain to Rio de Janeiro’s famed Basilica de Penha. This landmark is known as a place of healing and draws pilgrims from throughout the region each Saturday...
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Senate Resolution 287 passed on October 5, 2011, and created National Filipino American History Month. This month promotes understanding, education, enlightenment, appreciation, and enrichment through t...
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National Financial Planning Month focuses on helping people understand their finances and learn how to plan and manage money successfully. These include highlighting the importance of financial literacy a...
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Dalmatians have long been associated with fire fighting, though shepherds, Labradors, and pit bulls/terriers are more likely to be found with fire search and rescue. Before internal combustion engines, do...