Sunday 11 August Father’s Day in Brazil
In Brazil, Father’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in August. The date was chosen in honour of St. Joachim, the father of Mary…
Everyone on stag do wants to go to bed
EVERY single man on a stag night is claiming to be ready to keep partying into the early hours while secretly desperate to go to…
Saturday 10 August Descent of Saint Dominic in Managua
At the end of the 19th century, in the city of Managua, the discovery of a tiny statue of Santo Domingo de Guzmán, led to…
Houseguest paralysed by indecision over flushing toilet in middle of night
A MAN who is staying with friends has found himself paralysed by indecision after using the lavatory in the middle of the night. Tom, not…
Friday 9 August National Day in Singapore
Today marks Singapore's sovereignty, which was gained on this day in 1965. Singapore declared independence from Britain in August 1963. It joined the Federation of…
Thursday 8 August Thursday in Anguilla
Across most Caribbean islands, cricket is the national sport, with athletics becoming more prominent in recent years. Uniquely Anguilla's national sport is boat racing, easily…
Office worker having lovely day off in office
AN office worker has taken a much needed day off for rest and relaxation within the confines of his office. Communications manager Guido, not his…
Wednesday 7 August Battle of Boyacá in Colombia
In 1819, Colombia was known as New Grenada and involved in a war for independence from Spain. Bogota was seen as a key strategic location…
Tuesday 6 August Independence Day in Jamaica
Jamaica was one of the first colonies in the so-called new world. Spanish rule began in 1509. Nearly 150 years later, the island was taken…
Highbrow Australia indifferent to Olympics success
AUSTRALIA are fourth in the Olympic medal table despite the country’s disdain for any activity that emphasises physical achievement over intellectual prowess. The nation’s lack…
Monday 5 August Independence Day in Burkina Faso
With its inland location within Western Africa, the region that makes up modern-day Burkina Faso did not attract colonial attention until the late nineteenth century. …
Husband can’t wait to hear latest thrilling twists and turns in saga of wife’s office
A MAN cannot wait for his wife to update him on the latest gripping events in the ongoing saga of what’s happened in her office.…
Sunday 4 August Constitution Day in Cook Islands
The Cook Islands is a self-governing island country in free association with New Zealand. People inhabited the islands about 1,000 years ago, and the first…
Woman who says ‘You’ll either love me or you’ll hate me’ is universally hated
A WOMAN who claims to have a divisive personality unites everyone who meets her in hatred, it has emerged. Emma, not her real name, aged…
Saturday 3 August Pidjiguiti Day in Guinea-Bissau
Guinea-Bissau had been under Portuguese control since the 19th century. A movement for national self-determination was gaining ground across Africa in the 1950s and Guinea-Bissau…
Woman believes social media best place to cry and discuss personal problems
A WOMAN is convinced social media is a suitable forum for her to cry and discuss her most intimate personal problems. Sophie, not her real…
Friday 2 August Virgin of Los Angeles Day in Costa Rica
The 'La Negrita' is a small statue of the Virgin Mary carved from dark wood, that was found on August 2nd 1635 by a native woman…
Thursday 1 August National Day in Switzerland
It was in 1891 that the date of Swiss National Day was first decided upon, though it took over a hundred years before the industrious Swiss decided…
Why you shouldn’t buy that thing you’re sure you want. By your parents
WHAT are you doing? Don’t buy that. Your frivolous purchase will be frowned upon, and your parents will sensibly explain why: Designer dress Why on…
Wednesday 31 July Martyrdom Day of Shaheed Udham Singh in Haryana
The story of Shaheed Udham Singh is a tale of revenge that spans over twenty years. On April 13th 1919, Indian troops under the command…