Every year on October 24th, the world comes together to celebrate United Nations Day, commemorating the establishment of the United Nations in 1945. This day marks the anniversary of the UN Charter’s entry into force, a pivotal moment in history that reshaped international relations and laid the groundwork for global cooperation and peacekeeping. The United…
La Journée des Nations Unies est célébrée chaque année à la date du 24 octobre, jour anniversaire de l’entrée en vigueur de la Charte des Nations Unies en 1945. Avec la ratification de ce document fondateur par la majoritaé de ses signataires, dont les cinq membres permanentsdu Conseil de sécurité, l’Organisation des Nations Unies était officiellement née. La…
The phrase “hit the nail on the head” is a widely used idiom that means to describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem or to be exactly right about something. It is often used to commend someone for being accurate and precise in their assessment or observation. This idiom originates from carpentry, where…
Decent Work and Social Protection: Putting dignity in practice for all The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, celebrated annually on October 17th, aims to promote understanding and dialogue between people living in poverty and the wider society. This year’s theme draws on first-hand testimonials showing that those trapped in extreme poverty often work long,…
Qu’est-ce que la Journée mondiale de l’environnement ? Conduite par le Programme des Nations Unies pour l’environnement (PNUE) et organisée chaque année le 5 juin depuis 1973, la Journée mondiale de l’environnement est la plus grande plateforme mondiale de sensibilisation du public à l’environnement et est célébrée par des millions de personnes à travers le monde.…
Europe Day is a vibrant celebration that lights up two dates on the calendar across Europe. On 9 May, the European Union pays tribute to the peace and unity of the entire continent. The date was chosen to commemorate the 1950 Schuman Declaration, a speech that laid the foundations for what would become the European Union. The aim…
Did you know that today is International Harry Potter Day? Although the Harry Potter books were first published in 1998 and the films were released in 2001, it wasn’t until a decade later, after the books and films had been released, that International Harry Potter Day was officially announced. In fact, it was only in…
World Penguin Day is a celebratory and educational initiative that encourages people to learn more about penguins and their environment, their importance to our ecosystems and the threats they face. Want to know more about this day? Penguins are highly adapted to aquatic life, their wings have evolved into flippers and their excellent swimming skills…
The Bengali New Year 2024, also known as Polia Baisakh, is celebrated in the Indian state of West Bengal and the Bengali-speaking regions of India and Bangladesh. This colorful festival marks the beginning of the Bengali calendar year and is a time for new beginnings, cultural performances, and delicious traditional food. In 2024, Polia Baisakh…
Spring is one of the seasons of the year, the one that follows winter and precedes summer. Spring is associated with youth and life. During autumn and winter, weather conditions cause many plants to dry out and lose their foliage. Spring is also linked to love and the beginning of relationships. It is common for…