Smart Irrigation Month is celebrated in July as an ode to the technology that has helped in saving water worldwide. Smart irrigation is a system that controls and schedules irrigation times after monitoring the weather and soil conditions. Why is such a system important? Because less than 1% of all the water on Earth can be used by people. Unfortunately, due to the increase in populations globally, the amount of water available is drying out quicker than expected. Hence, it is important to save water and turn to machinery and technology in devising strategies to save water.
International Reggae Day
International Reggae Day is celebrated each year on July 1, 2021. The music genre finds its roots etched in Jamaica and is an integral part of the country’s culture. Reggae is a mix of rhythm and blues, calypso, African, and Latin American music. The music is characterized by a heavy four-beat rhythm, which is carried out by drums, congas, bass guitars, and electric guitars. Reggae music also uses a scraper, which is a corrugated stick that the musician rubs with a plain stick.
Blink 182 Day
Blink 182 Day is celebrated each year the 182nd day of the year. This year, it takes place on . The band was formed in a suburb of San Diego and was known as Blink, and its original members were bassist and vocalist Mark Hoppus, drummer Travis Barker, and guitarist and vocalist Matt Skiba. The members were greatly influenced by other bands like Descendents, Green Day, and Bad Religion. The band’s music is a blend of pop music melodies and fast-paced punk rock.