Anniversary of the Election of Pope Francis
The Anniversary of the Election of Pope Francis commemorates the day in 2013 when Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina was elected as the 266th pope of the Roman Catholic Church, becoming the first pope from the Americas, the first Jesuit pope, and the first to take the name Francis.
San Jacinto Day
San Jacinto Day is a Texas state holiday to commemorate the Battle of San Jacinto in 1836, a pivotal event during the Texas Revolution. This decisive victory over Mexican forces led to Texas gaining independence from Mexico and the establishment of the Republic of Texas.
Carabobo Battle
The Battle of Carabobo (Spanish: Batalla de Carabobo) was a decisive military engagement fought on June 24, 1821, during the Venezuelan War of Independence. It marked a turning point in the struggle against Spanish colonial rule and paved the way for the complete liberation of Caracas and the rest of Venezuela.
Arbor Day
Arbor Day is a holiday dedicated to planting and caring for trees, celebrated annually in many countries around the world. Its name comes from the Latin word arbor, meaning tree. The day highlights the importance of trees for the environment, ecosystems, and communities.
Sultan of Terengganu's Birthday
The Sultan of Terengganu's Birthday is a public holiday celebrated annually in the Malaysian state of Terengganu. This special day honors the birthday of the reigning Sultan, who is the constitutional monarch and protector of Islam in the state.
St. Pierre Chanel Day
St. Pierre Chanel Day honors Saint Peter (Pierre) Chanel, the first martyr of Oceania and the patron saint of Oceania and missionary work. The day is especially significant in Wallis and Futuna, a French overseas collectivity in the South Pacific, where he was martyred in 1841.
Reunification Day Vietnam
Reunification Day in Vietnam, also known as Victory Day, Liberation Day, or Ngày Giải Phóng Miền Nam, marks the fall of Saigon in 1975, which signaled the end of the Vietnam War and the reunification of North and South Vietnam.
Labour Day in Malaysia
Labour Day, known as Hari Pekerja in Malaysia, is a public holiday dedicated to honoring the contributions of workers and their rights. Like many countries around the world, Malaysia recognizes this day as an opportunity to appreciate the workforce's role in national development and prosperity.
Labour Day in China
Labour Day (劳动节) in China, also known as International Workers' Day, is is a national public holiday that honors the contributions of workers and promotes the dignity of labor.
St. Joseph the Worker
St. Joseph the Worker is honored by the Catholic Church. This feast celebrates St. Joseph, the foster father of Jesus and the patron saint of workers and craftsmen, in his role as a humble laborer and model of dignity in work.
Early May Bank Holiday
The Early May Bank Holiday is a public holiday in the United Kingdom marking the start of spring celebrations, with events like festivals, fairs, and outdoor activities.