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World Rivers Day is a celebration of the world's waterways. It highlights the many values of rivers and strives to increase public awareness and encourages the improved stewardship of rivers around the world.

"Rivers are the arteries of our planet; they are lifelines in the truest sense."
~ Mark Angelo
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Join the celebration - Plan on attending an event near you or start a Rivers Day event of your own. Events can range from stream cleanups and fish enhancement projects to educational outings and community riverside celebrations. And if you create an event, be sure to tell us about it! Please see the Updates section to learn more about events unfolding around the world.

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World Rivers Day is a celebration of the world's waterways. It highlights the many values of rivers and strives to increase public awareness and encourages the improved stewardship of rivers around the world. "Rivers are the arteries of our planet; they are lifelines in the truest sense."

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Get involved in this year's National Coding Week. Download our 6 toolkits for Libraries | Hubs | Schools | MeetUps | Businesses | Individuals. Volunteers - organise an event, encourage adults and children to learn to code or share your digital skills and have fun!

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Is your organization hosting an astronomy day event? Submit your event to be eligible for a cash prize. Send your photos and a summary of your event to astronomyday@astroleague.org

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About Astronomy Day

Astronomy Day is a grass roots movement designed to share the joy of astronomy with the general population - "Bringing Astronomy to the People." On Astronomy Day, thousands of people who have never looked through a telescope will have an opportunity to see first-hand what has so many amateur and professional astronomers all excited. Astronomy clubs, science museums, observatories, universities, planetariums, laboratories, libraries, and nature centers host special events and activities to acquaint their population with local astronomical resources and facilities. Many of these events are located at non-astronomical sites; shopping malls, parks, urban centers-truly Bringing Astronomy to the People. It is an astronomical PR event that helps highlight ways the general public can get involved with astronomy - or at least get some of their questions about astronomy answered. Astronomy Week encompasses Astronomy Day starting on the previous Monday and ending on the following Sunday.
History
Astronomy Day was born in California in 1973. Doug Berger, then president of the Astronomical Association of Northern California, decided that rather than try to entice people to travel long distances to visit observatory open houses, they would set up telescopes closer to where the people were - busy locations - urban locations like street corners, shopping malls, parks, etc.

His strategy paid off. Not only did Astronomy Day go over with a bang, not only did the public find out about the astronomy club, they found out about future observatory open houses. Since the public got a chance to look through a portable telescope, they were hooked. They wanted to see what went on at the bigger telescopes, so they turned out in droves at the next observatory open house.
Where
Astronomy Day events take place at hundreds of sites across the United States. Internationally England, Canada, New Zealand, Finland, Sweden, the Philippines, Argentina, Malaysia, Iran, Ireland, New Guinea plus many other countries have hosted Astronomy Day activities. Each location plans and executes events that work best for their local area.

Upcoming Astronomy Day Dates

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1st Q Moon (Spring)

Spring Astro Day

Days from New Moon (Spring)

Astronomy Week (Spring)

1st Q Moon (Fall)

Fall Astro Day

Days from New Moon (Fall)

Astronomy Week (Fall)

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Is your organization hosting an astronomy day event? Submit your event to be eligible for a cash prize. Send your photos and a summary of your event to astronomyday@astroleague.org

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We are pleased to announce that Recycle Week 2025 will run from 22 to 28 September, so save the date in your diaries!

Watch this space for more information coming soon.

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Cardiovascular health concerns every living person in the world.

From hereditary conditions to lifestyle habits to societal and environmental contexts, our hearts face many threats. This is why in each country and community there are doctors, nurses, carers, researchers, campaigners and advocates for heart health. The World Heart Federation, which I have the privilege to lead for the next two years, is at the helm of the effort to achieve cardiovascular health for everyone, everywhere.

- Prof Fausto Pinto, WHF President 2021-22

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From hereditary conditions to lifestyle habits to societal and environmental contexts, our hearts face many threats. This is why in each country and community there are doctors, nurses, carers, researchers, campaigners and advocates for heart health.

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World Space Week | Celebrate UN-declared World Space Week, 4-10 October annually, the largest space event in the world

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For Immediate Release (Houston, Texas - July 14, 2023) World Space Week Association (WSWA) unveils the official poster for World Space Week (WSW) 2023. The United Nations-declared World Space Week, celebrated annually from October 4-10, witnesses thousands of...

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World Mental Health Day is celebrated every year on 10 October. The theme is set by the World Federation of Mental Health.

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We would love to see every biologist celebrate their work with events and activities that appeal to all audiences. Help us achieve our vision of a world that understands the true value of biology and how it can contribute to improving life for all.

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Innovation in biology will help us support all life on Earth now and in the coming decades. Biology Week celebrates and raises the profile of these achievements and the important work that bioscientists are doing.

We would love to see every biologist celebrate their work with events and activities that appeal to all audiences. Help us achieve our vision of a world that understands the true value of biology and how it can contribute to improving life for all.

Explore our events calendar to see the events and activities that took place in 2024, for inspiration. If you want to plan an event during or around this week, you can download an event planning ideas guide for inspiration.

We will monitor the hashtag #BiologyWeek for posts to retweet/share, so use this for any posts covering biology related topics or events over the week.

If you have an event during Biology Week that you would like us to help promote, fill in our Biology Week events form and we will add it to our Biology Week calendar.

Contact us to find out more about how you can get involved and help celebrate Biology Week.

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Biology Week is a celebration of all aspects of the biosciences. We will be organising events for everyone from children to professional scientists, and hope that many others will do the same.

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Ada Lovelace Day Live is back! Our annual 'science cabaret' returns with a fantastic line-up of women in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), who will share their experiences, insights and expertise, inspiring and empowering the next generation of women in STEM.

Hosted by comedian Helen Arney, the show will feature Prof Jennifer Rohn, head of the Centre for Urological Biology, University College London, Dr Azza Eltraify, senior software engineer at Ultracell Networks Ltd, Dr Sophie Carr, Mathematician, Bays Consulting Limited, Dr Aarathi Prasad, Writer, broadcaster, and geneticist, Dr Anjana Khatwa, Earth scientist and presenter, Dr Antonia Pontiki, biomedical engineer at King's College London, and Rosie Curran Crawley, presenter at L'Oreal Young Scientist Centre.

Find out more about our speakers or buy tickets for our in-person event or for our online livestream now!

Ada Lovelace Day (ALD) is an international celebration of the achievements of women in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). It aims to increase the profile of women in STEM and, in doing so, create new role models who will encourage more girls into STEM careers and support women already working in STEM.

Founded in 2009 by Suw Charman-Anderson, it is now held every year on the second Tuesday of October. It features the flagship Ada Lovelace Day Live! 'science cabaret' in London, UK, at which women in STEM give short talks about their work or research in an informal, theatre-like setting.

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Ada Lovelace Day - Celebrating the achievements of women in science, technology, engineering and maths

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Ada Lovelace Day Live is back! Our annual 'science cabaret' returns with a fantastic line-up of women in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), who will share their experiences, insights and expertise, inspiring and empowering the next generation of women in STEM.

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World Food Day 2025 is calling for global collaboration in creating a peaceful, sustainable, prosperous, and food-secure future. By working together, across governments, organizations, sectors, and communities, we can transform agrifood systems to ensure that everyone has access to a healthy diet, living in harmony with the planet.

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Collective action across 150 countries is what makes World Food Day one of the most celebrated days of the UN calendar. Hundreds of events and outreach activ…

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Black History Month 2023 - Celebrating our Sisters | Matriarchs of Movements #WEMATTER

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In recognition of their leadership, talent, and impact, this year's Black History Month 2023 will highlight pioneering black women who have blazed a trail in literature, music, fashion, sport, business, hair, catering, academia, social and health care, and more.

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About Outdoor Classroom Day

Outdoor Classroom Day is a global movement to make time outdoors part of every child's day. On two days of action each year, teachers take children outdoors to play and learn. All year round, the Outdoor Classroom Day community campaigns for more time outdoors every day.

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Thanks for joining the movement we can't wait to see what you get up to on the day! Please share this with your colleagues and friends to help us make it possible for every child to get outdoors to learn and play every day 🙂 Check out the resources tabs for ideas for the day - and to make learning and play part of every day!

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Thanks for joining the movement we can't wait to see what you get up to on the day! Please share this with your colleagues and friends to help us make it possible for every child to get outdoors to learn and play every day 🙂 Check out the resources tabs for ideas for the day - and to make learning and play part of every day!

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Teacher Facing Chemistry Taking Action Chemistry Week 2025

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Fast bright meteors with fine trains. Associated with Comet Tempel-Tuttle

They can be seen with the naked eye so there's no need for binoculars or a telescope, though you will need to allow your eyes to adjust to the dark. However, if you miss the peak, the shower continues at a reduced rate for several days either side, so there should be plenty of chances to see the display.

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The Leonids are usually one of the more prolific annual meteor showers, with fast, bright meteors.

In 2025, the Leonid meteor shower will be active from 6-30 November and peak on 17 November.

What is the Leonid meteor shower?

The Leonid meteor shower is associated with the Comet 55P/Tempel-Tuttle.

The radiant (the point where the meteors seem to stream from) is at the head or 'sickle' of the constellation Leo the Lion, hence the name.

As the comet follows its path around the sun, it leaves a path of tiny debris. The cometary debris enters our planet's atmosphere at speeds of up to 70 kilometres per second, vaporising and causing the streaks of light we call meteors.

Find out the difference between an asteroid, a comet, a meteor, and a meteorite.

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When is the Leonid meteor shower in 2025?

Leonids

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Fast bright meteors with fine trains. Associated with Comet Tempel-Tuttle

Find out more about other meteors and meteorites around the year
How can I watch the Leonid meteor shower?

Hunting for meteors, like the rest of astronomy, is a waiting game, so it's best to bring a comfy chair to sit on and to wrap up warm as you could be outside for a while.

They can be seen with the naked eye so there's no need for binoculars or a telescope, though you will need to allow your eyes to adjust to the dark. However, if you miss the peak, the shower continues at a reduced rate for several days either side, so there should be plenty of chances to see the display.

Where is best to watch the Leonid meteor shower?

For the best conditions, you want to find a safe location away from street lights and other sources of light pollution. The meteors can be seen in all parts of the sky, so it's good to be in a wide open space where you can scan the night sky with your eyes. But if you trace the paths that the meteors take, they seem to originate from the constellation of Leo.

In 2025 the Leonid meteor shower's maximum occurs a few days after full Moon, making viewing conditions quite unfavourable as the Moon's natural light pollution will affect visibility.

If you manage to get any pictures of the Leonid meteor shower then we'd love to see them. You can find us on Facebook or Twitter.

Meteor storms

About every 33 years (the period of Comet Tempel-Tuttle), the Leonids produce meteor 'storms' when hundreds or even thousands of shooting stars can be seen. Such storms were seen in 1799, 1833, 1866, 1966 and 1999-2001 (although the expected 1899 and 1933 storms were disappointing). The 1833 storm was particularly spectacular, with an estimated 100,000 meteors per hour. The 1999-2001 storms produced about 3000 per hour.

Leonid facts

If you trace the path that the meteors take, they seem to originate from a point in the constellation of Leo - hence the name.

The beautiful streaks we see in the night sky can actually be caused by particles as small as a grain of sand!

The cometary debris enters our planet's atmosphere at speeds of up to 70 kilometres per second.

The Leonid shower has shown extremely high activity in various years, reaching thousands of meteors an hour!

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Leonid meteor shower 2025: when and where to see it in the UK

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On November 19, International Men’s Day celebrates worldwide the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities. We highlight positive

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25 NOVEMBER - 3 DECEMBER

National Tree Week is the UK's largest annual tree celebration. Each year, the country's conservation sector, volunteer groups and tree-lovers come together to plant thousands of trees to mark the start of the tree planting season.

National Tree Week 2023 is taking place between 25 November - 3 December.

How to get involved

National Tree Week is here! Check out the ways you can get involved over the week!

Celebrate

Trees are heroes of nature. They sustain wildlife, create oxygen, purify our air and are absolutely beautiful. National Tree Week is the perfect time to celebrate our trees and remind everyone about all they do. After all, learning more about all the incredible things trees do is an important first step on our journey to a tree-filled future. So, any way you can, whether its sharing the camaign on social media, an email to colleagues, taking part in our competition, or just talking to friends, let's celebrate our trees!

Plant

The winter planting season is upon us so it's the perfect time to get outdoors and get planting. Trees and hedgerows are some of the most powerful tools we have in the fight against climate change. And the good news is that we can all make a difference by planting a tree! Whether you plant a tree in a pot on your doorstep, a hedge in your garden or organise a community event at a local park, every tree will help us grow a greener future together. Download our tree planting guide to find out more or get in touch with your local Tree Warden Network and find out whether they're organising any planting events near you?

Donate

Help us fill the nation's schools with orchards!

Thank you to everyone who helped us over National Tree Week to raise £20,000 for our Orchards for School s programme. 80,000 fruit trees and fruiting hedgerows have already been planted by young people in over 2,000 schools through the scheme, inspiring pupils and teachers around the country to get outdoors, plant and care for trees. Thanks to your generosity hundreds more children will be able to plant their very own trees!

Explore the Hidden Connections with us this National Tree Week!

Each National Tree Week we celebrate all the amazing things trees do for us and the planet, but so much of what goes on in their fascinating world happens out of sight beneath our feet. So this year we are focusing on the hidden connections that support the lives of our trees - from the roots and the soil that contains them to the mysterious and fantastic fungal networks known as mycorrhiza.

Demystifying the Tangled World of Tree Roots

Learn about the fascinating and hidden world of tree roots with President of the Institute of Chartered Foresters and Tree Lady Talks podcast host Sharon Durdant-Hollamb. Sharon will run through the abc of roots, from what their role is and where they grow to the modern techniques being used to better understand and help them and our lovely leafy friends flourish.

Trees and Fungi Working Together - a Remarkable Relationship

The hidden world of mychorrhizal connections between fungi and trees has evolved over hundreds of millions of years, and to this day they maintain a relationship that is essential to life on earth. In this talk we will be joined by world-renowned expert Martin Bidartondo as he guides us through this fascinating relationship that connects the world beneath our feet.

Interested in planting in your community?

We have a range of resources to help communities plant and protect thriving treescapes. Our planting guidance and Branching Out funding opportunities are helping individuals and volunteer groups up and down the country take meaningful action. And if you're thinking of planting don't miss our tree and hedgerow planting video guide!

Get the latest on National Tree Week on our Instagram

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The ASE 2026 Annual Conference, in partnership with AQA, will be held at the University of Nottingham.

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17/1 - 23/1- RSPCA Big Schools Birdwatch

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Olimpiadi Invernali Milano Cortina 2026: atleti, medaglie e risultati

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International Darwin Day on February 12th will inspire people throughout the globe to reflect and act on the principles of intellectual bravery, perpetual curiosity, scientific thinking, and hunger for truth as embodied in Charles Darwin. It will be a day of celebration, activism, and international…

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Take part in this special day by donating, tuning into our live events, participating in our "Protect Moms and Cubs" challenge and more.

International Polar Bear Day is February 27!

We created the day to coincide with the time when polar bear moms and cubs are snug in their dens. As part of our celebration, we focus on the need to protect denning families across the Arctic.

Let's Make an Impact

This year, we're raising funds to develop a new tool to find and map den locations to help ensure moms and cubs aren't disturbed-building on earlier promising tests. By protecting dens, you'll protect cubs, helping to ensure their future.

Right now, polar bear moms and their newborn cubs are snuggled together in snow dens across the Arctic. Denning is the most vulnerable time in a polar bear's life. And in a warming Arctic, where polar bears already face enormous challenges, the survival of every single cub is critically important.

Keeping moms and cubs safe, while also addressing climate warming, is a critical part of our work on behalf of polar bears-and your support can make a real difference.

Get Involved on Polar Bear Day

Donate to protect moms and cubs. Your gift will allow us to begin developing promising new technology for finding and protecting snow dens. This is critically important as more industry moves into the Arctic, threatening denning habitat and putting moms and cubs in harm's way.

Tune in to our live events. We're excited to share an array of live programs as part of our celebration. Watch for our schedule, which will include educational broadcasts and a special film screening!

Take our "Protect Moms and Cubs Challenge." Want to snowball your commitment to moms and cubs? Start a "Protect Moms and Cubs Challenge" fundraiser and invite your friends, family, and colleagues to join you. We'll reward the top 3 fundraisers with prizes!

Learn about moms and cubs. Discover some of our favorite facts about polar bear families.

Watch a video about our den-detection project. Experience the Arctic cold with our research teams and find out how your donation will help ensure moms and cubs are protected.

Polar Bears International is a leader in polar bear den research, with a long history of projects and partners. The knowledge gained can make a real difference for polar bear families-providing a scientific framework to inform policy and help ensure critical protections.

Our long-term den emergence studies in Svalbard, and earlier in Alaska, add to our understanding of moms and cubs during this sensitive time period. These provide data on the bears' needs and vulnerabilities. Read our Q&A.

Our team is now researching a promising new den-finding method, Synthetic Aperture Radar, or SAR. This could greatly improve our ability to locate dens under the snow, helping to identify and protect denning areas to ensure the safety of moms and cubs. Your gift will fund this critical research. Learn more.

Our partners in den-study projects include Brigham Young University, San Diego Zoo Global, and the Norwegian Polar Institute.

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A world without nature is a world that’s incomplete, just like our logo on World Wildlife Day.

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The British Science Week 2024 taster packs are out now!

What's that coming over the hill? It's British Science Week 2024! Next year's British Science Week is an extra special one - it marks the 30th anniversary of the very first Week way back in 1994! (Hands up if that doesn't feel like 30 years ago.) The Week proper might...

Applications for British Science Week 2024 grants are open!

It's the moment you've been waiting for... British Science Week 2024 Grants are open for applications! Schools and community groups can apply for Kick Start Grants and Community Grants respectively to fund, organise and run their own events and activities during British Science Week, which is taking place on 8-17...

*CLOSED* Win a copy of 'How to Spaghettify Your Dog' for your school!

We're delighted to partner with Bloomsbury Children's Books on a giveaway of their brand new book, 'How To Spaghettify Your Dog: and other science secrets of the universe'! We've got five copies up for grabs, so why not enter and win one for your school library?! 'How to Spaghettify Your...

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British Science Week is a ten-day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths taking place between 10-19 March 2023!

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Olimpiadi Invernali Milano Cortina 2026: atleti, medaglie e risultati

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Pi Day 2023 | Celebrate Pi and Math on March 14th, 2023

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Celebrate Pi Day on March 14th, 2023 with Nine Planets.

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Every year, the earth yields billions of tons of natural resources to transform into consumables. At some point, there will be nothing left. That's why we must, as a planet, think again about what we throw away - seeing not waste, but opportunity.

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World Frog Day - March 20th Every Year - SAVE THE FROGS!

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The TV Show

The night show was presented by AJ Odudu, David Tennant, Joel Dommett, Paddy McGuinness, and Zoe Ball.

Viewers were treated to an evening of entertainment jam-packed with hilarious comedy sketches, live music, extraordinary prizes and moving films showing the life-changing power of donations.

Watch on BBC iPlayer

If you missed the live show or want to relive all your favourite moments you can find them on BBC iPlayer.
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It's never felt more important to have some fun and raise money to support people living incredibly tough lives. We need the power of funny to turn laughs into last change. So whatever you can do, please join us.

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Published by the World Economic Forum (WEF) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), in collaboration with the Australian National University, this white paper highlights the critical role of businesses in strengthening global Early Warning Systems (EWS) to mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events.

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Published by the World Economic Forum (WEF) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), in collaboration with the Australian National University, this white paper highlights the critical role of businesses in strengthening global Early Warning Systems (EWS) to mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events.

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7 April is World Health Day

It is celebrated annually and each year draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over the world.

The date of 7 April marks the anniversary of the founding of WHO in 1948.

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Each year, on 15 April, World Art Day celebrations help reinforce the links between artistic creations and society, encourage greater awareness of the diversity of artistic expressions and highlight the contribution of artists to sustainable development. It is also an occasion to shine a light on arts education in schools, as culture can pave the way for inclusive and equitable education.

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Brazilian youth climate leader Marcele Oliveira shares how community organizing, Global South advocacy, and collective action are driving real climate...

At a recent Earth Day cleanup event, Block by Block Philly brought residents, volunteers, local partners, and community organizations together...

The Miami Waterkeepers are making waves of change. The Earth Day Bash event cleaned up massive debris and restored habitats.

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Earth Day: The Official Site | EARTHDAY.ORG

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Visit the official Earth Day site to learn about the world's largest environmental movement and what you can do to make every day Earth Day.

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World Penguin Day | Penguins International

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For this year’s World Penguin Day, we worked in collaboration with Creecha Kids and our partner Fin Pin Shop to create two fun activities to celebrate this day!

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History of National Space Day

We could say that National Space Day's history starts at the beginning of the universe itself, when an intense pressure and temperature resulted in the Big Bang, exploding the universe and everything in it into existence.

Ever since, the curious-minded have been fascinated with space and its state of feeling so near and yet so far. Whilst early cultures identified things in the sky as gods or spirits, it was the ancient Greeks who developed the study of planets and stars into something resembling the astronomy we know today. Although the heliocentric system was first suggested by the ancient Greeks, the theory wasn't developed and published until 1543 when Copernicus outlined his ideas about the planets revolving around the sun.

Astronomy was further advanced by Galileo Galilei in the 17th century, who has often been referred to as 'the father of astronomy' due to his avid pursuit of it against the wishes of his patrons, colleagues, and even the Pope. He invented important apparatus for observing space and proving his theories, although he spent much of his life under house arrest for his work.

Centuries later, space continued to be a contentious issue when the space race began between Cold War rivals, America and Russia. The two countries competed to be the first to achieve space flight and eventually put a man on the moon. The victory was America's, when Apollo 11 and its team of astronauts landed on the moon on July 16, 1969.

In 1997, the Lockheed Martin Corporation introduced National Space Day as a one-off event, and it was later expanded to International Space Day in 2001, due to its extreme popularity, by former astronaut and senator John Glenn.

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NATIONAL SPACE DAY - May 7, 2021 | National Today

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We could say that National Space Day's history starts at the beginning of the universe itself, when an intense pressure and temperature resulted in the Big Bang, exploding the universe and everything in it into existence. Ever since, the curious-minded have been fascinated with space and its state of feeling so near and yet so far.

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History of Sun Awareness Week

Since ancient times, the world has understood that the sun provides warmth, life, and vitality. The reasoning behind how this happens differs as per the region and customs of various cultures and is often steeped in mythology. Ancient cultures, from the Egyptians, to the Aztecs, to the American Indians, worshiped the sun.

By the 17th century, scientific understanding began to take over, and two centuries later, people understood that sunlight was not simply based on one source, but was a collection of multiple sources beaming at different wavelengths.

The discovery of ultraviolet light is attributed to a German physicist, Johann Wilhelm Ritter, who noticed that the invisible rays in the spectrum of lights at the violet end were very effective at darkening silver chloride-soaked paper.

So far, the sun has been a source of health, with heliotherapy being practiced for almost 2,400 years. The earliest indication that sunlight might not be that good for your health in the long term occurred during smallpox outbreaks. While scientific evidence did not support this theory (yet), by the 1300s, it was well-known that smallpox treatment required patients (and windows) to be covered with scarlet blankets. As time went by, more and more scientists reported adverse reactions to U.V. rays. By the end of the 19th century, studies were published that proved people working outdoors were more prone to skin cancer.

Still, the fact that sunlight could be harmful was not fully explored until the latter part of the 20th century. By the end of the 20th century, direct sunlight was considered to be a health risk. The contributions of various chemists, biologists, and physicists have led the world to realize that the sun has both harmful and beneficial effects, depending on the exposure to sunlight. The British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) ran a national campaign on skin cancer each year - from April to September - called Sun Awareness, and National Sun Awareness Week is a part of it. This campaign is two-pronged - it encourages people to self-test for skin cancer and educates people on the dangers of sunburn and excessive fake tanning.

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Since ancient times, the world has understood that the sun provides warmth, life, and vitality. The reasoning behind how this happens differs as per the region and customs of various cultures and is often steeped in mythology. Ancient cultures, from the Egyptians, to the Aztecs, to the American Indians, worshiped the sun.

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The Mental Health Foundation is the home of Mental Health Awareness Week. Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 is taking place 13 to 19 May. Mental Health Awareness Week is an annual event where there is an opportunity for the whole of the UK to focus on achieving good mental health.

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About Astronomy Day

Astronomy Day is a grass roots movement designed to share the joy of astronomy with the general population - "Bringing Astronomy to the People." On Astronomy Day, thousands of people who have never looked through a telescope will have an opportunity to see first-hand what has so many amateur and professional astronomers all excited. Astronomy clubs, science museums, observatories, universities, planetariums, laboratories, libraries, and nature centers host special events and activities to acquaint their population with local astronomical resources and facilities. Many of these events are located at non-astronomical sites; shopping malls, parks, urban centers-truly Bringing Astronomy to the People. It is an astronomical PR event that helps highlight ways the general public can get involved with astronomy - or at least get some of their questions about astronomy answered. Astronomy Week encompasses Astronomy Day starting on the previous Monday and ending on the following Sunday.
History
Astronomy Day was born in California in 1973. Doug Berger, then president of the Astronomical Association of Northern California, decided that rather than try to entice people to travel long distances to visit observatory open houses, they would set up telescopes closer to where the people were - busy locations - urban locations like street corners, shopping malls, parks, etc.

His strategy paid off. Not only did Astronomy Day go over with a bang, not only did the public find out about the astronomy club, they found out about future observatory open houses. Since the public got a chance to look through a portable telescope, they were hooked. They wanted to see what went on at the bigger telescopes, so they turned out in droves at the next observatory open house.
Where
Astronomy Day events take place at hundreds of sites across the United States. Internationally England, Canada, New Zealand, Finland, Sweden, the Philippines, Argentina, Malaysia, Iran, Ireland, New Guinea plus many other countries have hosted Astronomy Day activities. Each location plans and executes events that work best for their local area.

Upcoming Astronomy Day Dates

Year

1st Q Moon (Spring)

Spring Astro Day

Days from New Moon (Spring)

Astronomy Week (Spring)

1st Q Moon (Fall)

Fall Astro Day

Days from New Moon (Fall)

Astronomy Week (Fall)

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Is your organization hosting an astronomy day event? Submit your event to be eligible for a cash prize. Send your photos and a summary of your event to astronomyday@astroleague.org

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A fossil hunter's story project resources - overview

Our award-winning film, SEA DRAGON, sets the scene for the whole project, introduces Mary, and reflects the themes and main ideas being addressed through the learning activities.

This interactive resource features a series of nine core and six enrichment activities presented as four topics: Fossil hunter Mary; Strange creatures; The end of the line; and Evidence, beliefs and ideas. Collectively these activities give insights into Mary's life, explore the science of fossils and reflect on the influence of historical, cultural and religious thinking in changing ideas.

Together the learning activities develop three themes:

Mary Anning, fossils and evolution covering the significance of fossils in our understanding of evolution and the role Mary Anning played in this (content knowledge)

The value of engaging with enquiry (procedural knowledge)

The nature of scientific, historical and religious knowledge (epistemic knowledge)

The activities support the use of dialogic teaching, in which children express and share their ideas in group or whole class discussion and teachers encourage children to explain their thinking. The enquiry-based approach emphasises the role in learning of the identification of questions, and the collection and use of evidence in seeking answers.

The activities are designed to be used flexibly, mainly in science lessons but in some cases are equally appropriate in history, religious education and English. Each activity includes key questions, curriculum links and vocabulary, what children do and learn, classroom resources plus background information for teachers.

Project team

Professor Derek Bell, Marianne Cutler, Professor Wynne Harlen and Stuart Naylor, with Karen Shoebottom.

Acknowledgements

Our thanks go to Hester Binge, Richard Bizley, British Science Association, Tracy Chevalier, Lawrie Doran, Dean Lomax, Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre, Clemens Majunke, Terhi Kylliainen, Felix Levinson, Geological Society of London, James Morgan, Jurassic Coast Trust, Natural History Museum, Teacher Scientist Network and Bonnie Zahl; and to our Advisory group of Professor Berry Billingsley, Naomi Hiscock, Daniel Hugill, Professor Chris King, Professor Tom McLeish, Professor Michael Reiss (Chair), Michael Riley and Dr James Williams.

Pilot schools

Arundel C of E Primary School, West Sussex; Bromley High GDST, Greater London; Bures CEVC Primary, Suffolk; Cutteslowe Primary School, Oxford; Downton Primary School, Wiltshire; Exeter Road Community Primary School, Exmouth; Fairford Primary School, Gloucester; Heathfield Knoll School and Nursery, Kidderminster; Howes Primary School, Coventry; Kingsmead Primary School, Northwich; Mearns Primary School, East Renfrewshire; Micklem Primary School, Hemel Hempstead; Millbrook Park C of E Primary School, London; Parkgate Primary School, Southampton; Rosehill Methodist Primary Academy, Ashton-under-Lyne; Sandfield Close Primary School, Leicester; Semley CE VA Primary School, Wiltshire; St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, Birmingham; St Blaise C of E Primary Abingdon, St Edward's Catholic Primary School, Birmingham; St Mary's Primary School, Bridport; St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Marlow

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A fossil hunter's story project resources - overview Our award-winning film, SEA DRAGON, sets the scene for the whole project, introduces Mary, and reflects the themes and main ideas being addressed through the learning activities.

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A database of paper airplanes with easy to follow folding instructions, video tutorials and printable folding plans. Find the best paper airplanes that fly the furthest and stay aloft the longest. Learn how to make paper airplanes that will impress your friends.

About Fold'N Fly

For more than 10 years, Fold'N Fly has been teaching people around the world how to make paper airplanes. Our extensive database of designs includes step-by-step instructions, video guides and printable templates where you simply fold on the numbered lines to get a perfect paper plane, every time.

In addition to the paper airplane plans, we have a collection of expert tips & tricks that will help you perfect your folded aircraft and achieve optimal performance. We also have a collection of paper airplane articles on a variety of topics that enthusiasts may find interesting. For example, discover some paper airplane world records or learn how to make a paper airplane launcher.

Whether you are an expert paper airplane ace pilot or a novice student aviator, we have something for everyone. We hope that you will enjoy this fun activity and share it with friends and family.

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Fold 'N Fly " Paper Airplane Folding Instructions

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A database of paper airplanes with easy to follow folding instructions, video tutorials and printable folding plans. Find the best paper airplanes!

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Action Theme Catalyzing Action for Our Ocean & Climate Thank you to all those who actively participated in World Ocean Day 2025 and get ready for World Ocean Day 2026! […]

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Great Science Share for Schools 11th June 2024
A day to celebrate children's scientific questions, culminating in June 2024 #GSSfS2024

Great Science Share for Schools 11th June 2024
A day to celebrate children's scientific questions, culminating in June 2024 #GSSfS2024

The award-winning campaign continuing to inspire 5-14 year olds to take the lead in asking, investigating and sharing scientific questions they care about with new audiences.

An inclusive, non-competitive and collaborative experience for all.

Encouraging young people to be empowered in the world around them.

PIONEERED IN MANCHESTER - MAKING A DIFFERENCE WORLD-WIDE

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Great Science Share for Schools 11th June 2024 A day to celebrate children's scientific questions, culminating in June 2024 #GSSfS2024 Great Science Share for Schools 11th June 2024 A day to celebrate children's scientific questions, culminating in June 2024 #GSSfS2024 Encouraging young people to be empowered in the world around them.

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A celebration of all things insect

Organised by the Royal Entomological Society, and supported by partner organisations throughout the UK and Europe, Insect Week is a celebration of all things insect.

Wherever you live, it's an opportunity to take part in insect science, get to know insects, learn from experts, and have fun.

The next Insect Week will take place on 24 to 30 June 2024.
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INSTAR - Magazine for Young Entomologists
A digital magazine for young entomologists. Find out more about insects and those people who study them.
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Did you know?

Craftiest

Some moths evade bat echolocation by falling fast, 'shouting' back, sound warnings of poison and mimicking each other.

Ommatidia

Dragonfly compound eyes are made of up to 30,000 separate facets or 'ommatidia'.

Multitudinous moths

Many more moth than butterfly species are known, only 10% of the group are actually butterflies.

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International Asteroid Day | United Nations

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International Asteroid Day aims to raise public awareness about the asteroid impact hazard and to inform the public about the crisis communication actions to be taken at the global level in case of a credible near-Earth object threat.

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Bees of all types are essential insects for the pollination of plants.

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Sustainable Development Goals - Resource Centre

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World Bee Day 2026: Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Our Buzzing Allies On May 20, 2026, the globe will come together to mark World Bee Day 2026. This isn’t just a day to marvel at these buzzing beauties; it’s a call to action—a day to realize how bees are integral to many of our Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). World Bee Day 2026 seeks to elevate this message, shedding light on the myriad ways bees contribute to our global aspirations. The Importance of Bees To understand why World Bee Day 2026 is critical, we must first grasp bees’ significance.