Anne and Samantha Day, celebrated on June 20 and December 21 every year, is a special tribute to celebrate both Anne Frank and Samantha Smith. Did you know that Anne and Samantha Day takes place twice a year? Yes, Anne and Samantha Day is a celebration that happens bi-annually during the summer solstice and winter solstice. This day is meant to let the world know about the pain, suffering, uproars, and revolution brought by these women. So, who exactly were Anne and Samantha? What was their contribution to the world? Read on to find out more.
International Journalist Day
International Journalist Day is observed every year on November 19. It’s a day that’s celebrated in honor of the memories of those journalists who laid down their lives while performing their duties. Journalists serve as the eyes and ears of the public. They are responsible for providing us with the necessary information we need. It is therefore important to have a day to recognize their efforts. All over the world, journalists face threats to their lives. Some are purposely targeted and murdered because of their work while some are killed in incidents such as bomb explosions. Many governments around the world target journalists for harassment, intimidation, and violence as they cover political stories.
The September Equinox
The September Equinox can occur any day between September 21—24. This year it falls on September 22. This is because of the differences between the tropical year and the calendar year. The event marks the sun’s movement as it crosses the celestial equator and heads towards the south. It is also known as the southward equinox. The September Equinox is popular among astronomers and people in the science industries. It signifies the end of the astronomical summer and the start of the astronomical autumn in the Northern Hemisphere.