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Academy Awards 2024

The Academy Awards (also informally known as the Oscars, after the prized golden statuettes given to winners) have been an institution of American film since 1929. Established and still run by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, whose membership nominate and judge eligible films, they are intended to … »
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Presidents’ Day 2024

Presidents’ Day is an annual federal holiday which takes place on the third Monday of every February, and honors everyone who has held the office of President of the United States. (See our previous article on Presidents’ Day for more information.) However, it is most strongly associated with the first … »
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Marathon Volunteer Opportunities

Marathons are held in many major cities across the United States, with thousands of athletes participating and even more spectators cheering them on from the sidelines. Most important, however, are the countless people who work behind the scenes to ensure that the race runs perfectly. Many do this as a … »
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Leap Year 2024

This year, we’ll be experiencing a February 29, a date that only shows up on calendars in years that are divisible by four, such as 2024. February is still the shortest month of the year, even with its extra day, but Leap Day serves an important purpose.The effects of leap … »
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