Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is one of the major
holidays observed by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and some
Buddhists. The celebration, which dates back over
2,500 years, is a time of joy, unity, and spiritual
reflection. While the dates vary annually based on
the Hindu lunar calendar, Diwali usually occurs in
October or November. This year, the festival will be...
Every November, the United States pays tribute to
the vibrant and diverse cultures of its Indigenous
peoples. Native American Heritage Month was
officially established in 1990. It is a time to
recognize and honor the history, heritage, and
contributions of Native Americans, Alaska Natives,
Native Hawaiians, and several Island communities.
Veterans Day is a cherished and solemn occasion
celebrated every November 11 in the United States.
The federal holiday honors the brave men and
women of the US armed forces. This includes
everyone who has served in the US Army, Navy,
Marine Corps, National Guard, Air Force, and the
Coast Guard.
With about 100,000 new cases diagnosed annually,
skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in
the US. It is also expensive to treat. The CDC
estimates that over $8 billion is spent annually to
fight the disease. Now, scientists may have some
help from 14-year-old Heman Bekele. The
ninth-grader from Annandale, Virginia, has created...
On November 5, 2023, most North Americans will
bid farewell to Daylight Saving Time (DST) by
moving the clocks back an hour. The simple action
will help shift sunlight back into the morning during
the shorter winter days. It will also add an extra 60
minutes to the weekend!
Halloween, celebrated annually on October 31st, is
filled with eerie costumes, spooky decorations, and
sweet treats. While the holiday has evolved into a
festive, commercial occasion, its roots run deep in
history. Let's explore the origins of Halloween and
some of the fun customs associated with it.
Paris is usually associated with stunning landmarks,
world-class museums, and fancy restaurants.
However, lately, France's capital and most populous
city has been in the news for an unlikely reason —
bed bugs!
For most Americans, fall is synonymous with
pumpkins. Some are used to make delicious soups
and bread, while others get carved into spooky
jack-o'-lanterns. Then there are the select few whose
only purpose is to win pumpkin weigh-off contests.
There are numerous such competitions held
nationwide. However, the most impressive mega g...
In case you missed it, October 14, 2023, was
National Chess Day. The board game was once
considered the realm of the so-called "intelligent" or
"nerdy" community. However, over the past few
years, chess has become a "cool" sport that can be
played by people of all ages and skill levels.
