March: Change & Responsibility The Oreo Cookie, first made in 1912 by the Nabisco, is one of the most famous cookies in the world. Originally created in the United States, it became popular for its unique design: two chocolate biscuits with a sweet cream filling. Over time, Oreo has...

March: Change & Responsibility World Energy Efficiency Day is celebrated to remind people about the importance of saving energy and protecting the planet. The idea of using energy wisely became especially important during the energy crises of the 1970s, when many countries realized...

March: Change & Responsibility World Obesity Day is observed every year to raise awareness about obesity and its impact on health and society. The campaign is led by the World Obesity Federation and encourages governments, doctors, and communities to work together to prevent and treat...

March: Change & Responsibility What is World Writers' Day? Celebrating Authors and Literary English World Writer’s Day is celebrated to honor writers and their important role in history and culture. The day was created in 1986 by the organization PEN International, which supports...

March: Change & Responsibility Dr. Seuss (2 Mar 1904 – 24 Sep 1991) was a famous American writer and illustrator who changed children’s literature with his imaginative stories, playful rhymes, and unforgettable characters. Through beloved books such as The Cat in the Hat, Green Eggs...

March: Change & Responsibility Zero Discrimination Day promotes equality and respect for all people. It was created by UNAIDS to raise awareness about discrimination, especially against people living with HIV. Over time, the day has become a global movement supported by the United...

February: Voices & Identity Rare hobbies have always reflected the history and culture of the societies in which they developed. In the Victorian era in the UK, for example, some people collected exotic plants and insects, showing their interest in science and exploration. In Japan,...

February: Voices & Identity Polar bears are large animals that live in the Arctic, mostly on sea ice and near the sea. They hunt for seals, which are their main food, and travel across their frozen habitat. Even though they may look slow on land, they are excellent swimmers and...

February: Voices & Identity Levi Strauss (26 Feb 1829 – 26 Sep 1902) was a German-American businessman who lived during the time of the California Gold Rush, when thousands of people moved west in search of fortune and new opportunities. After immigrating to the US, he opened a dry...

February: Voices & Identity Lesya Ukrainka (25 Feb 1871 – 1 Aug 1913) was a famous Ukrainian poet and playwright who lived at a time when Ukraine was under the control of the Russian Empire and Ukrainian culture was often suppressed. Because she suffered from a serious illness from...

February: Voices & Identity Bartenders became especially important in the 19th century, when public houses were central to social life in countries like the USA and the UK. During the era of the American frontier, bartenders were key figures in saloons, which became cultural symbols of...

February: Voices & Identity Pinocchio is a famous wooden puppet who first appeared in 1883 in the children’s book The Adventures of Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi. The story was published in Italy at a time when many writers were creating moral tales to teach children about honesty,...