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World Wellbeing Week: June 21 – June 30

Achieving mental, physical, and socio-economic wellbeing is the goal of all people. But people live busy, stressful lives, which can make achieving wellbeing a difficult task. In fact, a survey suggested that only 14% of American adults say they’re happy.  The World Wellbeing Week is a global initiative that focuses on promoting various aspects of […]Read More

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World Refill Day

Did you know that over a million marine animals die due to plastic debris in the oceans? About 8 million tons of plastic enters our oceans every year, disabling aquatic life and having a detrimental effect on the environment.  Despite there being so much awareness regarding the adverse effects of plastics, the use of single-use […]Read More

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Nutrition and Hydration Week June 14th-20th 2021

Did you know that about 700 million people in the world are undernourished? Moreover, more than 20% of children worldwide are stunted due to chronic malnutrition.  Malnutrition is a world health crisis that needs to be addressed immediately. Over the years, several nonprofits have attempted to fight malnutrition and ensure that people worldwide get ample amounts of […]Read More

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Favourite Apps of 2021 So Far!

Social media is a place where you can share what’s on your mind, connect with like-minded individuals, and be a part of the community. While platforms like Instagram and Twitter will continue to dominate the social media space, there have been new social media spaces that are making news. Let’s look at the top social […]Read More

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Tourette’s Awareness Day

Tourette syndrome is a common neurological disorder that affects about 1 to 10 in 1,000 children. The condition is characterized by movement and vocal tics. If proper care isn’t administered in an early stage, it can develop into significant morbidity.  Sadly, not many parents are aware of Tourettes syndrome and how it affects children. Tourette’s […]Read More

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A Brief History of Pride

The LGBTQ+ pride month is an annual celebration aimed at promoting the equality, dignity, visibility, and self-affirmation of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT+) people. The concept came into light in the 1960s, and since then, it’s been a prominent event among the LGBTQ+ community.  Let’s discuss how the concept of Pride emerged and how […]Read More

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Volunteers’ Week: 1-7 June

National Volunteers’ Week is an annual celebration observed in many countries on different dates. In the UK, it takes place in the first week of June. Let’s discuss the significance of Volunteers’ Week in the UK, along with how it’s celebrated in the country.  What Is Volunteers’ Week? Almost all nonprofits, from large charities to […]Read More

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Memorial Day: History and Traditions

Memorial Day is an American federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May every year. This year, the day will occur on May 31. Let’s delve into a brief history of Memorial Day, along with the traditions surrounding it worldwide. The History of Memorial Day During the American Civil War (1861-1865), more people died […]Read More