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UNICEF Birthday - 11 December.

UNICEF Birthday - 11 December.
Each year on December 11th, the world celebrates the UNICEF Birthday commemorating the day it was created in 1946. Headquartered in New York City, UNICEF is a member of the United Nations Development Group and its Executive Committee. Since its founding, UNICEF has provided …
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NASA's Artemis 1 Orion capsule lands in Pacific to end epic moon mission.

NASA's Artemis 1 Orion capsule lands in Pacific to end epic moon mission.
The first mission of NASA's Artemis moon program is in the books. An uncrewed Orion capsule splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Baja California this afternoon (Dec. 11), bringing a successful end to NASA's historic Artemis 1 moon mission after a 1.4 m…
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International Mountain Day - 11 December.

International Mountain Day - 11 December.
International Mountain Day is celebrated annually on December 11 to increase public awareness of the value of mountains to both life and climate. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) established International Mountain Day to recognise the importance of mountains. Inte…
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SAARC Charter Day - 08 December 2022.

SAARC Charter Day - 08 December 2022.
The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Charter Day is observed every year on 8th December. On this day in 1985, SAARC Charter was adopted in Dhaka, during the first summit of the group. This year marks the 38th Anniversary of the regional group. The ch…
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Time Magazine's 2022 Person of the Year - Volodymyr Zelensky.

Time Magazine's 2022 Person of the Year - Volodymyr Zelensky.
Time Magazine has named Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky and "the spirit of Ukraine" as its 2022 Person of the Year. The award goes to an event or person deemed to have had the most influence on global events over the past 12 months. Other finalists included p…
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Oxford word of the year 2022 revealed as 'goblin mode'

Oxford word of the year 2022 revealed as 'goblin mode'
The first Oxford word of the year to be chosen by public vote has been announced. “Goblin mode” has been chosen by the public as the 2022 Oxford word of the year. The winning word, "goblin mode", is a slang term describing "unapologetically self-indulgent, la…
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Countries at Risk for Mass Killing 2022–23.

Countries at Risk for Mass Killing 2022–23.
Pakistan, Yemen, and Burma/Myanmar top the list of countries at risk for new mass killing in 2022 or 2023, according to the Early Warning Project’s latest annual Statistical Risk Assessment. The new report also highlights countries that have been rated consistently high-ris…
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Heartbreaking photo.

Heartbreaking photo.
Heartbreaking photo reveals a baby baboon still clinging to its dead mother as she's carried away by a leopard. The annual Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition People's Choice shortlist highlights animals from ecosystems across Earth. From affectionate foxes …
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Man survives taking 40,000 ecstasy pills, sets new narcotics world record.

Man survives taking 40,000 ecstasy pills, sets new narcotics world record.
A UK man likely set a new narcotics world record after he consumed 40,000 ecstasy tablets over nearly a decade — and lived to tell the tale. The extreme drug binge was originally documented in 2006, but is currently blowing up online after MDMA garnered “rave” reviews among …
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Legendary Boxing Referee Mills Lane dies.

Legendary Boxing Referee Mills Lane dies.
Mills Lane, the boxing referee who officiated at the notorious 1997 Tyson-Holyfield fight, among many other classic bouts, has died at the age of 85. Mills started his life in boxing as a fighter during his stint in the Marine Corps. As a pro boxer, he racked up a 10-1 recor…
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Jonathan, The World's Oldest Land Animal, Celebrates His Official 190th Birthday.

Jonathan, The World's Oldest Land Animal, Celebrates His Official 190th Birthday.
Jonathan the tortoise became the oldest tortoise in human record in 2022, being granted the accolade by the Guinness World Records (who recently named the world’s oldest cat) after turning 190. It’s been accepted that he hatched in 1832 based on photographic records, but it…
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International Civil Aviation Day - 07 December.

International Civil Aviation Day - 07 December.
International Civil Aviation Day on December 7th generate awareness about the importance of international civil aviation. The annual observance also recognizes the unique role civil aviation plays in creating a rapid transit network around the globe. Civil aviation represent…
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Global Water Resources Report 2021

Global Water Resources Report 2021
WMO (World Meteorological Organization) has released its first annual State of Global Water Resources Report 2021. The aim of this annual report is to support monitoring and management of global freshwater resources in an era of growing demand and limited supplies. Overview …
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World Soil Day - 05 December.

World Soil Day - 05 December.
Each year on December 5th, World Soil Day (WSD) highlights the importance of healthy soil. It’s also a day to advocate for the sustainable management of soil resources. One of the biggest concerns for the environment is soil degradation. Degradation is when soil health decli…
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International Volunteer Day for Economic & Social Development - 05 December.

International Volunteer Day for Economic & Social Development - 05 December.
Also referred to as International Volunteer Day (IVD), December 5th celebrates people and organizations who volunteer their time and energy to improve the lives of others. Along with recognizing volunteers, this day also aims to invigorate volunteerism. Every act of voluntee…
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International Day of Banks - 04 December.

International Day of Banks - 04 December.
International Day of Banks is celebrated on December 4 to recognise the importance of multilateral and international development banks in financing sustainable developments. United Nations also observes the day in recognition of the vital role of banking systems in Member S…
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World Wildlife Conservation Day - 04 December.

World Wildlife Conservation Day - 04 December.
Each year on December 4th, Wildlife Conservation Day seeks to spread awareness about preserving and protecting the natural world and its inhabitants. Additionally, the observance strives to put an end to wildlife crime and supporting the Endangered Species Act. Wildlife Crim…
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International Cheetah Day - 04 December.

International Cheetah Day - 04 December.
Every year on December 4th, International Cheetah Day encourages people worldwide to help this animal win the race against extinction. The cheetah is well-known as the fastest animal on earth. This amazing animal can reach a top speed of 70 mph in just three seconds! At top …
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The Earthshot Prize Awards - 2022

The Earthshot Prize Awards -  2022
The 2022 Earthshot Prize Awards took place on Friday, December 2nd at the MGM Music Hall in Boston. Elizabeth Solomon, Elder at the Massachussett Tribe at Ponkapoag opened The Earthshot Prize ceremony with an acknowledgement of Lands and Peoples ahead of this year’s broadcas…
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities - 03 December.

International Day of Persons with Disabilities - 03 December.
Each year on December 3rd, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities promotes the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. The day raises awareness of the political, economic, social and cultural aspects disability affects people around the world. More th…
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Elon Musk pledges to build iPhone rival if Apple ousts Twitter.

Elon Musk pledges to build iPhone rival if Apple ousts Twitter.
Elon Musk has pledged to offer an "alternative phone" if Apple and Google remove Twitter from their app stores, adding to long-standing rumors about an iPhone rival from Tesla. Musk's remark came after being asked about the potential scenario of Twitter being r…
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Senate passes bill to protect same-sex and interracial marriage.

Senate passes bill to protect same-sex and interracial marriage.
The Senate passed landmark legislation Tuesday that would codify federal protection for marriages of same-sex and interracial couples, with Democrats securing enough votes to overcome opposition from most Republicans. The Respect for Marriage Act was approved 61-36, with sup…
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Building on the moon

 Building on the moon
NASA awards Texas company $57 million for lunar construction system. NASA has awarded the Texas-based company ICON $57.2 million for its Project Olympus, which is working to develop technology that will allow humanity to build outposts on the moon and Mars using locally avai…
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International Day for the Abolition of Slavery - 02 December.

International Day for the Abolition of Slavery - 02 December.
Every year on December 2nd, the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery draws attention to slavery that still exists in the world. This day also focuses on the eradication of contemporary slavery. Many Americans think of slavery as something from history. This type of…
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Mauna Loa - the world's largest active volcano is erupting for the first time since 1984.

Mauna Loa - the world's largest active volcano is erupting for the first time since 1984.
Mauna Loa - the world's largest active volcano - is erupting for the first time since 1984. Lava is flowing down the side of the volcano at a temperature of 1,000C, but experts say this does not yet pose a big threat to local inhabitants. How big is Mauna Loa? Mauna Loa, w…
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Antarctica Day - 01 December.

Antarctica Day - 01 December.
On December 1st, Antarctica Day recognizes the anniversary of the Antarctic Treaty. It’s also a day to learn more about this cold and barren continent. Humans didn’t discover Antarctica until 1820. Once discovered, several nations sought to claim the continent as their own. …
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World AIDS Day - 01 December.

World AIDS Day - 01 December.
Every year, World AIDS Day is held on December 01st to raise awareness of the AIDS pandemic and to mourn those who have died from the disease. According to the most recent statistics, nearly 38 million people around the world are living with HIV. The Human Immunodeficiency V…
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