National Kids Day is celebrated every year on the second Sunday of June in the U.S. This year, it will fall on June 14. This day addresses the importance of children in society and the numerous challenges that some still face in different aspects of their lives. This observation aims to improve children’s welfare, invest in their future, and address mental and physical health issues they may be dealing with. The day also reminds otherwise busy parents to spend time with their kids and makes them realize the importance of spending some precious moments.
The Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s Birthday
Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s Birthday is celebrated on the first Monday in June and falls on June 1 this year. This public holiday gives the Malay people the day off to celebrate the birthday of their king. ‘Yang di-Pertuan Agong’ is a royal title that means ‘He Who Is Made Supreme Lord.’ The birthday of the head of state is celebrated across Malaysia, but the main events take place in Kuala Lumpur. Colorful military parades assemble to pledge their loyalty to their ruling monarch, and thousands of honored guests attend the Agong’s birthday luncheon. Most of them are senior government officials, military commanders, and other members of Malaysian royalty.
H.M. Queens Birthday
H.M. Queen’s Birthday on June 3 is a day to celebrate the birth of the Queen of Thailand, Queen Suthida. The day was deemed a public holiday with schools and most businesses closed, allowing them to join in the celebrations. Thailand honors its royal family well and so for the queen’s birthday, citizens wave the country’s flag and pictures of her all over. The most beautiful celebrations are held on Ratchadamnoen Avenue in Bangkok, and on the streets near the king’s palace.