Father’s Day is a holiday celebrated every year on the third Sunday of June in honor of fathers and fatherhood. It is a day to express gratitude for all the love and sacrifices that fathers make for their children. It is celebrated on the third Sunday in June in many countries, including the United States,...
Category: World History
The History Behind The Guinness Book of World Records
The Guinness Book of World Records is a reference book published annually, listing world records both of human achievements and the extremes of the natural world. The brainchild of Sir Hugh Beaver, the book was co-founded by twin brothers Norris and Ross McWhirter in Fleet Street, London, in August 1955. The History Behind The Guinness...
The History of Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is a holiday celebrated every year on the second Sunday of May in honor of mothers and motherhood. It is a day to express gratitude for all the love and sacrifices that mothers make for their children. Mother’s Day Ancient Origins The origins of Mother’s Day can be traced back to ancient times....
The Surprising Origin and Evolution of “Politically Correct”
The term “political correctness” originated in Marxist-Leninist vocabulary after the Russian Revolution of 1917. Its initial usage referred to adherence to the policies and principles of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union, also known as the party line. The phrase was also used in the 1930s to describe dogmatic adherence to ideology in authoritarian...
The Origin of the Easter Bunny
The Easter Bunny has become a beloved symbol of Easter, often associated with Easter egg hunts and sweet treats. But where did this fluffy creature originate, and how did it become popularized? The Origins of the Easter Bunny The origins of the Easter Bunny can be traced back to ancient pagan traditions. The hare symbolized...
Why April 1st is Fools’ Day
April Fools’ Day is celebrated on April 1 each year. It is a day when people play practical jokes and hoaxes on each other. The jokes and their victims are called April fools. People playing April Fool jokes often expose their pranks by shouting “April fool(s)” at the unfortunate victim(s). Some newspapers, magazines, and other...
The True History of Saint Patrick’s Day
Saint Patrick’s Day is a holiday that celebrates the life of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. The holiday originated in Ireland in the 9th and 10th centuries, but its modern form has evolved over time. The True History of Saint Patrick’s Day The true history of Saint Patrick’s Day begins with Saint Patrick,...
Why We Spring Forward and Fall Back: A Brief History of Daylight Saving Time
Daylight Saving Time (DST) is a practice where clocks are adjusted forward or backward by one hour during different times of the year to make better use of daylight hours. The idea of DST dates back centuries, with references to it found in ancient civilizations such as the Roman Empire and Ancient Egypt. However, it...