Standing over 8 feet tall would be considered
intimidating or, at least, respectable for most
species. Unless, of course, you are a giraffe — the
world's tallest animal — and are surrounded by
cohorts who are at least twice as tall! Meet Gimli and
Nigel, the world's first-known "mini" giraffes!
Celebrated annually on the third Monday of January,
Martin Luther King Jr. Day honors the life and legacy
of one of the most influential leaders of the American
civil rights movement. Designated a national day of
service by the US Congress, the federal holiday
encourages citizens to help realize the Baptist
minister's vision of a “beloved community” by brid...
Educators not only inspire kids to dream big and
help them to achieve their goals but they also act as
counselors, problem-solvers, and sometimes even
social workers. Yet, these incredible human beings
are often overlooked. To "reawaken the world's
appreciation and importance of teachers," in 2014,
the Varkey Foundation partnered with UNESCO to e...
For most Americans, Christmas celebrations entail
decorating homes with lights and wreaths, putting
up Christmas trees, finding meaningful gifts for
loved ones, and, of course, binge-watching holiday
classics like Elf and Home Alone. However, not
everyone observes the holiday in the same way.
Here are some unique and wonderful Christmas tra...
Total solar eclipses, during which the Sun briefly
"disappears" in the daytime, occur about every 18
months. However, unlike lunar eclipses, which can
be seen worldwide, the celestial phenomenon can
only be observed within a narrow, approximately
100-mile-wide, path of totality. Moreover, total solar
eclipses occur at a specific location, on average, ab...
Thanksgiving, which is observed annually on the
fourth Thursday of November, is one of the most
anticipated American holidays. The celebrations
usually center around a delicious feast enjoyed with
extended family members and friends. While the
COVID-19 pandemic will put a damper on large
in-person gatherings, the holiday can still be enjoy...
Starting Thursday, November 12, 2020, over a
billion people worldwide will begin celebrating Diwali,
the Festival of Lights. Also known as Deepavali, the
ancient tradition, which dates back over 2,500
years, is observed by Indians of many faiths,
including Hindus, Jains, Buddhists, and Sikhs. While
the commemoration lasts five days, the most impo...
Halloween, which is observed annually on October
31st, is one of the most anticipated holidays of the
year. Many families begin preparing for the fun
celebration, which centers around dressing up in
creative costumes and collecting candy, weeks in
advance by giving their homes spooky makeovers.
Filmmakers use the occasion to release horror mov...
On Tuesday, November 3, 2020, Americans will
decide whether President Donald Trump or
Democratic-nominee and former Vice President Joe
Biden will lead the country for the next four years.
While voter turnout is expected to be amongst the
highest in over a century, the COVID-19 pandemic
has caused a record number of voters to mail their...
