Day of the Imprisoned Writer is observed annually on November 15, raising awareness about censorship, harassment, and persecution of writers and journalists worldwide. Censorship is a growing problem today, with many government agencies spying on their citizens, especially anti-vocal government critics, whistleblowers, and political activists. In some countries, freedom of the press is non-existent, and independent journalism results in arbitrary detention. Human rights organizations and groups dedicated to protecting free speech distribute banned materials in some parts of the world. They also invite advocates, writers, and reporters to discuss the state of independent journalism and free speech.
Beaujolais Nouveau Day
Beaujolais Nouveau Day is a French holiday that takes place on the third Thursday of November every year. This year, it is celebrated on November 20. Owing to its proximity to Thanksgiving, many in America choose this crimson red wine with a refreshing, fruity taste as an accompaniment to their holiday meal. The wine is fermented for only a few weeks using the purple-colored Gamay grape grown exclusively in the Beaujolais sub-region of Burgundy. This makes it a ‘nouveau’ or ‘vin de primeur,’ a wine harvested for sale in the same year. Beaujolais farmers first celebrated the harvest in the 19th century.
National Ample Time Day
National Ample Time Day is observed on November 15. If you don’t feel like you have enough time, use today to reflect on your life objectives, your health, and how you may incorporate them into your daily routine. We all have the same number of hours in the day, but no two people spend them the same way. Making a map of each area of your life will help you figure out what’s essential and what you can do without. Time is a finite resource. You must learn how to manage it for a better quality of life.