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Lyndon Baines Johnson Day
Lyndon Baines Johnson Day is a Texas state holiday commemorating the birth of Lyndon B. Johnson, the 36th President of the United States. Johnson, often referred to as LBJ, played a pivotal role in shaping modern America through his leadership during a transformative era in U.S. history, marked by civil rights advancements and the escalation of the Vietnam War.
King's Birthday in Western Australia
The King’s Birthday is a public holiday celebrated in Australia to honor the reigning monarch’s birthday. While the actual birthday of King Charles III is on November 14, the holiday in Western Australia is usually observed on last Monday of September or the first Monday of October.
Sultan of Kelantan's Birthday
The Sultan of Kelantan's Birthday is an official public holiday in the Malaysian state of Kelantan. It is celebrated annually to honor the reigning Sultan of Kelantan, who is the constitutional monarch and head of state for the region.
Teachers' Day (Uzbekistan)
Teachers' Day in Uzbekistan is a national holiday dedicated to honoring the hard work, dedication, and influence of teachers and mentors across the country. Unlike many other countries that observe International Teachers’ Day on October 5, Uzbekistan has its own unique date that reflects the high cultural and societal respect for educators.
Sabah Governor's Birthday
The Sabah Governor's Birthday is an important annual public holiday celebrated in the Malaysian state of Sabah. It honors the Yang di-Pertua Negeri, the ceremonial head of the state, recognizing the Governor’s role in upholding unity, traditions, and governance in Sabah.
King's Birthday in Queensland
The King’s Birthday is a public holiday celebrated in Australia to honor the reigning monarch’s birthday. While the actual birthday of King Charles III is on November 14, the holiday in Queensland is observed on the the first Monday in October.
Sarawak Governor's Birthday
The Sarawak Governor's Birthday is an annual public holiday celebrated in Sarawak, Malaysia. It honors the Yang di-Pertua Negeri (Governor), the ceremonial head of the state. The occasion highlights the Governor’s role in preserving unity and governance while celebrating Sarawak’s diverse cultural heritage.
Day of the Race
Day of the Race (Día de la Raza) is a holiday observed in many Latin American countries, Spain, and the United States to commemorate the landing of Christopher Columbus in the Americas on October 12, 1492. It recognizes the historic encounter between Europe and the Americas, a moment that profoundly shaped the course of world history.
Columbus Day
Columbus Day commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas in 1492. This day is a subject of controversy as it also marks the beginning of the colonization of the Americas and the subsequent impact on Native American peoples. While some celebrate this day in honor of Columbus' achievements, others observe Indigenous Peoples' Day instead, recognizing the history and culture of indigenous people affected by European colonization.
Liberty Day
Liberty Day, also known as D. Hamilton Jackson Day, is celebrated in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and it honors the birthday of D. Hamilton Jackson, a revered civil rights leader who played a key role in advancing freedom of speech, workers’ rights, and local autonomy during the early 20th century.