Kyoto Protocol Day is an annual observance in the United States of America (USA). It is an international treaty adopted on December 11, 1997, in Kyoto, Japan, which was significant in global efforts to combat climate change. The Kyoto Protocol legally bound developed countries to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The treaty entered into force on February 16, 2005. February 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Get Full List of Major Events in the Second Month of the Year.
The Kyoto Protocol is based on the principles and provisions of the Convention and follows its annex-based structure. It only binds developed countries, and places a burden on them under the principle of common but differentiated responsibility and respective capabilities as it recognises that they are largely responsible for the current high levels of GHG emissions in the atmosphere. Currently, there are 192 Parties (191 States and 1 regional economic integration organisation) to the Kyoto Protocol to the UNFCCC. Himachal Pradesh Invokes Kyoto Protocol to Demand GST Compensation from Centre.
Kyoto Protocol Day 2025 Date
Kyoto Protocol Day falls on Sunday, February 16.
Kyoto Protocol Day History
The Kyoto Protocol was adopted on December 11, 1997. Owing to a complex ratification process, it entered into force on February 16, 2005. Currently, there are 192 Parties to the Kyoto Protocol. In short, the Kyoto Protocol operationalizes the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change by committing industrialised countries and economies in transition to limit and reduce greenhouse gases (GHG) emissions in accordance with agreed individual targets. The Convention itself only asks those countries to adopt policies and measures on mitigation and to report periodically.
The Kyoto Protocol came into force on February 16 in accordance with Article 23, that is on the ninetieth day after the date on which not less than 55 Parties to the Convention, incorporating Parties included in Annex I of the Convention which accounted in total for at least 55 % of the total carbon dioxide emissions for 1990 of the Parties included in Annex I, had deposited their instruments of ratification, acceptance, approval or accession.
Kyoto Protocol Day Significance
Kyoto Protocol Day is an important day as it recognises the first treaty that set binding targets for developed nations to reduce emissions. Kyoto Protocol Day is a reminder of the ongoing fight against climate change and the need for international cooperation in reducing carbon emissions. It is significant because it was the first legally binding international treaty aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions to combat climate change.
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Every year, World Hippo Day is celebrated across the globe on February 15 to raise awareness about hippopotamuses. The day also highlights the challenges hippos face in the wild and calls for their protection and conservation. Hippos are one of the largest land mammals, native to sub-Saharan Africa. They are famous for their semi-aquatic lifestyle, powerful build, and social behaviour. Despite their bulky appearance, hippos are excellent swimmers and spend most of their time in rivers and lakes to stay cool. This year, World Hippo Day 2025 falls on Saturday, February 15.
It is said that after elephants and rhinoceroses, the hippopotamus is the next largest land mammal on Earth. They live in rivers, lakes, and mangrove swamps. Despite their physical resemblance to pigs and other terrestrial even-toed ungulates, the closest living relatives of the hippopotamids are cetaceans, i.e. whales, dolphins, porpoises, etc., from which they diverged about 55 million years ago. In this article, let’s know more about World Hippo Day 2025 date and the significance of the annual event. February 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Get Full List of Major Events in the Second Month of the Year.
World Hippo Day 2025 Date
World Hippo Day 2025 falls on Saturday, February 15.
World Hippo Day Significance
World Hippo Day is an important event that highlights the need of conservation of hippos as they are classified as vulnerable due to habitat loss, poaching for their ivory-like teeth, and conflicts with humans. On this day, wildlife organisations around the world come together to raise awareness and educate the public, promote conservation efforts, and encourage sustainable practices that help protect hippos and their ecosystems. World Hippo Day serves as a great medium, to ensure a better future where hippos can thrive in their natural habitats.
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Every year, National Condom Day is observed on February 14 across the United States of America (USA). The day coincides with Valentine’s Day to promote safe sex and sexual health awareness to people across the US. National Condom Day serves as a reminder of the importance of protection against sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unintended pregnancies through the use of condoms. National Condom Day 2025 falls on Friday, February 14. February 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Get Full List of Major Events in the Second Month of the Year.
The day highlights the fact that condoms are a widely accessible and cost-effective form of protection which also helps in reducing the risk of diseases like HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia, among others. In this article, let’s know more about the National Condom Day 2025 date and the significance of the annual event in the US.
National Condom Day 2025 Date
National Condom Day 2025 falls on Friday, February 14.
National Condom Day Significance
Condoms play a crucial role in preventing infections and unintended pregnancies, making them an essential part of safe and responsible sexual health. It is important to raise awareness about condoms to promote safe sex practices and reduce stigma hence National Condom Day serves the purpose in educating the masses about the use and benefits of condoms.
On this day, organisations conduct educational campaigns, distribute free condoms, and debunk myths surrounding the use of condoms. Also, this day encourages open discussions about sexual health in schools and healthcare settings, and the media can encourage people to make informed choices.
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World Bonobo Day is an annual event that is celebrated on February 14 to raise awareness about bonobos, one of humanity’s closest relatives. The global event also encourages people of the world to promote their conservation. Bonobos are highly intelligent great apes found only in the Democratic Republic of Congo. They are known for their strong social bonds, cooperative behaviour, and matriarchal society, where females play a leading role in maintaining peace and harmony. February 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Get Full List of Major Events in the Second Month of the Year.
Bonobos are distinguished from common chimpanzees by relatively long limbs, pinker lips, a darker face, a tail-tuft through adulthood, and parted, longer hair on their heads. They are often called the ‘forgotten apes’. Bonobos share a remarkable 98.7% of our DNA, making them our closest living relatives. In this article, let’s know more about World Bonobo Day 2025 date and the significance of the annual event.
World Bonobo Day 2025 Date
World Bonobo Day 2025 falls on Friday, February 14.
World Bonobo Day Significance
Bonobos are endangered due to habitat destruction, poaching, and other illegal activities. On World Bonobo Day, conservationists and wildlife organisations organise events and programs to educate the public, call for stronger protection measures for bonobos and encourage support for conservation efforts. Bonobos are often called the “hippie apes” because of their peaceful roles.
World Bonobo Day serves as a great platform to spread awareness and highlights the need to protect bonobos and their rainforest habitat, ensuring their survival for future generations.
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World Radio Day is an international day celebrated on February 13 every year in several countries around the world. The day was designated by UNESCO on November 3, 2011, during its 36th conference. The annual event highlights the importance of radio as a powerful medium of communication, information, and entertainment. This day recognises radio’s role in connecting communities, promoting free speech, and providing reliable news to people around the world. World Radio Day 2025 falls on Thursday, February 13 and on this day, communities and organisations host a wide range of events. February 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Get Full List of Major Events in the Second Month of the Year.
Each year, World Radio Day follows a specific theme that emphasises radio’s evolving role in society. It serves as a platform to promote diversity in broadcasting, encourage innovation, and recognize the contributions of journalists and broadcasters. In this article, let’s know more about World Radio Day 2025 date, World Radio Day 2025 theme, history and the significance of the annual event.
World Radio Day 2025 Date
World Radio Day 2025 falls on Thursday, February 13.
World Radio Day 2025 Theme
World Radio Day 2025 theme is ‘Radio and Climate Change’
World Radio Day History
Radio is a powerful medium for celebrating humanity in all its diversity. The World Radio Day was proclaimed in 2011 by the Member States of UNESCO. It was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly by resolution (A/RES/67/124) in 2012 as an International Day and has been marked since then on February 13. The 13th of February was recommended as the official day due to it being “the day the United Nations established the whole concept of the United Nations Radio, in 1946”.
The Board requested that UNESCO’s Director-General bring the resolution to the attention of the Secretary-General of the United Nations so that World Radio Day could be endorsed by the General Assembly and celebrated by the whole system. World Radio Day was thus unanimously proclaimed by all member states of UNESCO in November 2011.
World Radio Day Significance
Radio continues to be an important tool for education and disaster response as it reaches millions of people regardless of social or economic background. This makes it a democratic and inclusive medium. On this day, broadcasters, media professionals, and communities come together to appreciate radio’s impact and discuss ways to strengthen its role in the modern world. Various events, such as panel discussions, special radio programs, and community activities, are organised globally to celebrate the occasion.
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Every year, Working Naked Day is celebrated on the first Friday in February across the United States of America (USA). The annual event in the US is actually about working from home and not really working naked! This year, Working Naked Day 2025 falls on Friday, February 7. It is an unofficial, light-hearted holiday celebrated with great enthusiasm. According to historical records, Working Naked Day was created by Lisa Kanarek, a home office expert to highlight the freedom and flexibility that comes with working from home. The day serves as a reminder that working from home allowsindividuals to set their routines, dress codes, and workspaces that are based on their personal preferences.
In recent years, especially with the global shift towards remote work after the COVID-19 pandemic, Working Naked Day has gained more relevance. Many people now appreciate the unique benefits of working outside conventional office settings, such as improved work-life balance, reduced commuting stress, and the ability to create a workspace that suits their style. In this article, let’s know more about the Working Naked Day 2025 date, the Working Naked Day significance and more about the annual US event. February 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Get Full List of Major Events in the Second Month of the Year.
Working Naked Day 2025 Date
Working Naked Day 2025 falls on Friday, February 7.
Working Naked Day Significance
Working Naked Day is a light-hearted annual event that highlights the perks of remote work, where traditional office dress codes no longer apply, and individuals can work comfortably in the comfy clothes that they wear at home. While the name of the day might suggest otherwise, the focus isn’t on literal nudity but on the comfort and relaxed environment that remote workers enjoy. Lisa Kanarek had established this day to highlight the freedom of working at the comfort of our homes, where you can work in whatever attire you choose, even nothing at all!
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Every year, National River Day is observed in various countries around the world on February 2 to celebrate and raise awareness about the need to keep rivers clean. National River Day 2025 falls on Sunday. The day also aims to highlight the important role of rivers in sustaining ecosystems, communities, and economies. However, different nations have their own specific dates and ways of observing the occasion. Rivers play a crucial role in sustaining life on Earth by providing fresh water and supporting biodiversity. They serve as lifelines for millions of people, supplying water for drinking, agriculture, and industry. World Rivers Day 2024 Date and Theme: Know the History and Significance of the Day That Aims To Raise Awareness of the Need for The Conservation of Rivers.
Rivers also act as natural drainage systems, preventing floods and replenishing groundwater and serve as habitats for a diverse range of aquatic species. Many civilisations have flourished along riverbanks due to the fertile soil they provide, enabling agriculture and livelihood. In this article, let’s learn more about National River Day 2024 date and the significance of the annual event that highlights the important role of rivers.
National River Day 2025 Date
National River Day 2025 falls on Saturday, February 2. World Rivers Day in 2025 will be on September 28.
National River Day History
The origins of National River Day are not extensively documented, but it has been recognised as an opportunity to appreciate the ecological, cultural, and economic contributions of rivers. Celebrations often include activities such as river clean-ups, educational programs, and community events that highlight the need for river conservation.
National River Day Significance
National River Day is an important annual event that serves as an excellent opportunity to educate people about the importance of rivers and the threats they have been facing due to climate change and other natural calamities. Rivers are crucial as they help regulate the climate by maintaining moisture levels in surrounding areas and supporting forests and vegetation. The connectedness of rivers with forests, wildlife, and human communities highlights their key role in maintaining ecological balance.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Feb 01, 2025 01:07 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
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As the world marked International Holocaust Remembrance Day and the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz death camp on Monday, the world’s oldest hatred is again on the rise.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog addressed the United Nations in honor of the solemn anniversary on Monday, saying the “moral beacon” of the U.N. had “been eroded time and again.”
Speaking to a packed General Assembly Hall, he asked, “How is it possible that international institutions, established as an anti-Nazi alliance, allow murderous antisemitic views to flourish unhindered, in the shadow of the greatest massacre of Jews since World War II? How is it possible that those institutions that were established in the wake of the greatest genocide in history – the Holocaust – distort the definition of ‘genocide’ in favor of one and only goal: attacking the State of Israel and the Jewish people; while embracing the despicable phenomenon of ‘reversing the Holocaust.’”
GLOBAL RISE IN ANTISEMITISM LEAVES JEWISH COMMUNITY ISOLATED, RABBI SAYS WORLD AT ‘A TIPPING POINT’
Israeli President Isaac Herzog speaks during the Holocaust memorial ceremony at the United Nations in New York on Jan. 27, 2025.(Lev Radin/Sipa USA/Sipa via AP Images)
Herzog added that “antisemitism, barbarism, cruelty, and racism” thrive at the U.N. because “too many of the nations represented here – do not confront them, do not unanimously condemn them, and do not fight against them.”
A recent report released by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) found in its latest Global 100 survey that 46% of the world’s 2.2 billion adults “harbor deeply entrenched antisemitic attitudes,” a number “more than double” what the ADL recorded through the survey in 2014.
The ADL survey reflects the percentage of adults queried who “answered ‘definitely true’ or ‘probably true’ to six or more of the 11 negative stereotypes about Jews that were tested.” Responses ranged from 5% in Sweden and 8% in Norway, Canada, and the Netherlands, to 97% in Kuwait, the West Bank and Gaza.
Seventy-six percent of respondents in the Middle East and Africa, 51% in Asia, and 49% in Eastern Europe were found to agree with most antisemitic tropes surveyed. Though the respondents living in the Americas (24%), Western Europe (17%) and Oceania (20%) expressed less agreement with antisemitic statements, countries in these regions have seen tremendous incidents of violent antisemitism since Oct. 7, 2023.
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Antisemitic hate on display at an anti-Israel protest in London.(Campaign Against Antisemitism on X)
In response to growing problems in the U.S., some in the American Jewish community have begun looking for safety outside the country. Israel’s Ministry of Immigration and Absorption, according to media reporting, said 3,340 Americans had immigrated to Israel as of September 2024. This represents a more than 30% increase from the 2,479 Americans who immigrated to Israel in 2023.
Nuri Katz, founder of Apex Capital Partners, has helped clients procure citizenship through investment for 32 years. Over the last five years, Katz told Fox News Digital that his Jewish client base expanded due to record levels of antisemitism inside the U.S. “American Jews are scared of being stuck and not being able to leave, just like many of their forefathers were stuck in Europe after the beginning of World War II,” he explained.
Katz said a popular choice among his Jewish clients is citizenship through investment in small Caribbean countries like St. Kitts and Antigua.
Though a long-awaited ceasefire and partial hostage exchange between Israel and Hamas is underway, the state of antisemitism around the world could be difficult to rein in.
A Jewish man was shot in the shoulder in Chicago in an antisemitic hate crime.(Fox 32 Chicago)
Rabbi Moshe Hauer, executive vice president of Orthodox Union, told Fox News Digital, “It will certainly take time for the world to get the distortions of the past year and a half out of their mind.” He emphasized that “the Jewish people, the Israeli government, the soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces, have been waiting for the day when they can stop the fight, when they can start just building everybody’s future in a positive way, and being able to go back to working on providing the world with solutions to problems. And we’re very, very eager to get back to that.”
In the meantime, “elevated security costs are everywhere in the Jewish community,” Hauer said, explaining that some refer to the expense as “the antisemitism tax.” As a congregational rabbi in the 1990s, Hauer said, “Security in the synagogue meant the last person out should turn the button on the lock.” Today, he said, “Security committees are the most active committees in most synagogues.”
JEWISH HIGH SCHOOLERS FIGHT HATE WITH COMMUNITY SUPPORT, FACE NARROWING PROSPECTS FOR COLLEGIATE FUTURE
The United Nations building in New York City, Sept. 19, 2023.(Julia Bonavita for Fox News Digital)
The cost is “way more than the significant dollars” spent on security, Hauer said. “The cost is that the energy and the resources which faith communities should be investing in strengthening family and strengthening community… is being diverted” to turn “communal Jewish homes into fortresses.”
As a note of “good news,” Hauer said the hate emanating from “mass protests has, thank God, improved,” adding, “And that speaks to the better nature of the masses of both leaders and responsible people in this country, as well as the citizens.”
“We are hopeful,” he said, explaining that America has “a sometimes too-silent majority that despises the acts of hate which are being committed against anybody.” Hauer also added that the country “has to correct itself.”
With only some of the remaining hostages slated to be released at present, the time for relief has yet to arrive.
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Hauer called on a dichotomous mixture of hope and dismay in a press release about long-awaited hostage transfers. “We rejoice with the hostages who are being released, and we weep with those remaining in the hands of Hamas,” Hauer said.
“We are grateful that the new administration worked with the old to bring the necessary pressure to bear on Hamas, but we are incensed that the world has allowed this to go on for so long. We are grateful to President Trump for moving quickly to bring freedom to many, but we will not forget for even a moment the many who remain. There should still be hell to pay,” Hauer said.
International Day of Clean Energy is annually observed around the world on January 26. The annual global event focuses on global environmental issues, including clean and renewable energy, to combat climate change. Clean energy is a central theme of multiple global initiatives and events that are held on this day in several countries around the world. The day aims to raise awareness about energy efficiency and the need for sustainable energy solutions and highlights the importance of clean energy in reducing air pollution and improving public health. In this article, let’s know more about the International Day of Clean Energy 2025 date, history and the significance of the annual event. January 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar.
International Day of Clean Energy 2025 Date
International Day of Clean Energy 2025 falls on Sunday, January 26.
International Day of Clean Energy History
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) declared January 26 as the International Day of Clean Energy by resolution A/77/327. The day aims to raise awareness and mobilise action for a just and inclusive transition to clean energy for the benefit of people worldwide and the planet at large. Notably, January 26 is also the founding date of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), a global intergovernmental agency established in 2009 to support countries in their energy transitions. It acts as a platform for international cooperation, and provides data and analyses on clean energy technology, innovation, policy, finance and investment.
International Day of Clean Energy Significance
Adopting clean energy is integral to the fight against climate change. International Day of Clean Energy serves as an excellent platform to advocate for renewable energy adoption, innovation, and global cooperation to achieve a sustainable energy future. On this day, many events like campaigns, seminars, and educational programs are held across the world to inform individuals and businesses about the benefits of clean energy.
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Every year, International Parity at Work Day is observed on January 11 around the world to promote the principles of equality and inclusivity in workplaces. The annual event aims to address disparities related to gender, race, ethnicity, socioeconomic background, and other factors that contribute to inequality in professional environments. The day also highlights the importance of addressing workplace discrimination, pay gaps, and unequal opportunities, thus encouraging organisations to embrace an inclusive work culture where everyone feels valued. Greater Gender Equality Helps Both Women and Men Live Longer, Finds Research.
International Parity at Work Day also encourages organisations to make efforts for equal representation of women, and minorities in leadership roles. By addressing disparities and building an inclusive culture, organisations and governments can create work environments where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. In this article, let’s learn more about the International Parity at Work Day 2024 date and the significance of the annual event.
International Parity at Work Day 2025 Date
International Parity at Work Day 2025 will be observed on Saturday, January 11.
International Parity at Work Day Significance
International Parity at Work Day is an important global event that focuses on eliminating biases and inequalities through policies, training, and awareness campaigns. Globally, if we compare, women earn less than men for the same work, and this day helps in promoting pay equity and transparency. Women’s Equality Day: Know the Date, History and Significance of the Day That Commemorates the Passage of the 19th Amendment in the US Constitution.
The global event is an opportunity to encourage efforts within organisations, governments, and individuals to strive for equity and ensure that workplaces are inclusive and fair for everyone. The day serves as a reminder that equality in the workplace is a driver of organisational success and societal progress.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 10, 2025 05:29 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
