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June 20, 2024

World Refugee Day 2024

On July 28, 1951, the United Nations held a special conference to establish the Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees, which defined the legal status of a refugee, set standards for the acceptable treatment and legal rights of those who qualify as refugees, and grants certain benefits to refugees … »

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June 19, 2024

Juneteenth 2024

Juneteenth has a long and complex history. In January 1863, in the middle of the American Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which legally freed the 3.5 million African Americans enslaved in the southern Confederate States, which had seceded from the northern Union to continue keeping African … »

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June 16, 2024

Father’s Day 2024

Father’s Day is a special occasion to show fathers, godfathers, grandfathers and father figures in your life how much you care for and appreciate them. Check out our previous article on Father’s Day for more information about the history of the holiday.In the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada, Father’s … »

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May 27, 2024

Memorial Day 2024

The United States has several holidays dedicated to its service members; Armed Forces Day (third Saturday in May, this year May 18) honors those currently serving, while Veterans Day (November 11, annually) honors those still alive who have served in the armed forces. Memorial Day, observed annually on the last … »

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