Saturday 22 February Day of Fraternity and Cohesion in Algeria
President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has declared February 22 a special holiday to honour the peaceful "smile revolution" protest movement that ousted the gas-rich country’s longtime leader…
Man believes there is such a thing as ‘quality tequila’
A MAN is insisting his friends dislike tequila because they have not had the ‘good stuff’, not because it is irretrievably vile regardless of cost.…
Friday 21 February Father Lini Day in Vanuatu
A former Anglican priest, Father Walter Lini became the first prime minister of the newly independent country of Vanuatu in 1980. His term in office…
Man’s gaydar so outdated it cannot detect post-2000 homosexuals
A MAN’S once-functioning gaydar is so outdated it is no longer able to detect anyone who came out post-millennium. Straight man Jon, not his real…
Thursday 20 February Malaysian Declaration of Independence Day in Melaka
Malaya's independence began after the signing of the Malayan Independence Treaty signed by Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj on 8 February 1956 at Lancaster House,…
Man achieves perfect work-life balance by quitting job
A MAN has achieved the perfect balance between his personal life and professional duties by quitting the latter entirely. Former marketing supervisor Tom, not his…
Wednesday 19 February Prajatantra Diwas in Nepal
"Prajatantra Diwas" translates to "Democracy Day" in Nepal. It is a significant day in the country's history as it marks the establishment of democracy and…
Tuesday 18 February Armed Forces Day in Sierra Leone
The Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) is responsible for the territorial security of Sierra Leone’s border and defending the national interests of Sierra…
Monday 17 February Winter Midterm Bank Holiday in Gibraltar
At the end of the nineteenth century, when the British Empire was arguably at its peak, Empire Day was established in Canada. The holiday was…
Homeworker recalled to office doing piss-all to prove point
A HOMEWORKER ordered back to the office is spending long lazy days doing nothing to prove her point. Procurement manager Karen, not her real name,…
Sunday 16 February Archbishop Janani Luwum Day in Uganda
Janani Luwum was the third Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and Boga-Zaire. Born in 1922, Luwum converted to Christianity in 1948, becoming…
The self-employed guide to justifying ridiculous expenses on your tax return
IT’S tax time again and that means you’re probably tempted to put in some dodgy expenses. Here’s a handy guide to what you can claim,…
Saturday 15 February Sovereignty Day in Serbia
By the middle of the 15th century, most of modern Serbia had come under the rule of the Ottoman Empire, with some parts under control…
Absolute arsehole brings in nice pack lunch every day
AN ARSEHOLE is upsetting his colleagues by bringing a really lovely packed lunch into work everyday. With multiple Tupperware boxes containing delicious homemade meals, Martin,…
Friday 14 February St. Valentine’s Day around the world
However, the story of why we celebrate this day is a bit of a mystery. The traditions of St. Valentine's Day mix elements of both…
Thursday 13 February World Radio Day
In 2011, UNESCO’s Executive Board brought a recommendation to the General Conference, and this recommendation was to institute a holiday dedicated to observing the importance…
How to live in a house: a guide for millennials, by a posh girl
LABOUR have rashly promised the financially unfortunate from my generation the chance to own a home. Might be tough for some of you who aren’t…
Wednesday 12 February Lantern Festival in Taiwan
This is an ancient tradition and as such there are several different supposed origins of the Lantern Festival. One legend states that the first lantern…
Tuesday 11 February Lateran Treaty Day in Vatican City
Vatican City is an independent city-state within the city of Rome, Italy. The area became inexorably linked with Christianity in the first half of the…
Monday 10 February Royal Hobart Regatta in Tasmania
The Royal Hobart Regatta is a series of aquatic competitions and displays held annually in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia and is Tasmania's oldest sporting event. The…