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Celebrating the most important woman in my life. Mother's Day is a global celebration honoring mothers and their influence in society.  Originating in the early 20th century, it began in the United States with Anna Jarvis organizing the first service at Andrews Methodist Episcopal Church in Grafton, West Virginia, which now serves as the International Mother's Day Shrine.  Jarvis's campaign to make Mother's Day a recognized holiday began in 1905, the year her mother, Ann Reeves Jarvis, passed away.  Interestingly, 40 years before it became an official holiday, another peace activist and suffragist, Julia Ward Howe, had already made her Mother's Day Proclamation in 1870. The American version of Mother's Day has faced criticism for becoming too commercialized, but it was never her original intention.  In response, Constance Adelaide Smith advocated for Mothering Sunday as a broader commemoration of motherhood in other English-speaking parts of the world.  Mother...

  Labour Day , also known as International Workers' Day or simply May Day , is a celebration that honors the contributions of laborers and the working classes. Let's explore its origins and significance: 1. Historical Context : - On May 1, 1886 , a significant event occurred in the United States: a general strike advocating for the eight-hour workday began. This movement led to the Haymarket affair in Chicago, where police clashed with workers during a public assembly. Several officers and civilians lost their lives. As a result, hundreds of labor leaders were arrested, and four were executed by hanging. This event marked the annual observance of International Workers' Day . - The eight-hour day movement aimed for a balanced division of time: eight hours for work, eight hours for recreation, and eight hours for rest . 2. Global Observance : - May 1st is a national public holiday in many countries, celebrated as International Workers' Day or a simila...

  India and Pakistan, two rivers  flowing side by side—distinct, yet connected. 🌊🌊 They share a turbulent history , their currents shaped by wars, partition, and the ebb and flow of time. 🌏 Indus , the ancient river, cradles both nations. Its waters irrigate fields, quench thirst, and carry whispers of forgotten empires. 🌾 On one bank stands India , vibrant and diverse—a kaleidoscope of languages, cultures, and faiths. Its current surges with innovation, Bollywood beats, and chai-scented dreams. Across the way lies Pakistan , its own story etched in the riverbed. Urdu poetry dances on its shores, mingling with the fragrance of jasmine. Yet, like two old friends, they exchange glances across the water. Their histories entwine—a shared past of Mughal emperors, British Raj, and the struggle for independence. 📜 And when monsoons arrive, their currents swell, flooding villages and hearts alike. 🌧️ But there are rifts, too—deep canyons where pain echoes. Kashmir , a disputed v...

  Earth Day , celebrated annually on April 22, is a global event that promotes environmental protection. Originating in 1970, it has evolved into the largest civic movement globally, mobilizing over 1 billion people across 192 countries to protect our planet and advocate for a brighter future.  This year's theme is "Planet vs. Plastics," with EARTHDAY.ORG demanding a 60% reduction in plastic production by 2040.  The focus is on raising awareness about the health risks posed by plastics, phasing out single-use plastics, advocating for a strong UN Treaty on Plastic Pollution, and ending fast fashion. On Earth Day 2024, governments and NGOs will gather in Ottawa to negotiate the terms of the United Nations Global Plastic Treaty. Addressing plastics collectively is crucial to addressing the health risks to life on Earth. Climate education plays a crucial role in combating the climate crisis, promoting environmental literacy and civic engagement.  Individuals, busines...