February 15 marks the Day of Loneliness and International Green Wall Day, along with other notable observances celebrated on this date.
On February 15, the world celebrates International Green Wall Day, which aims to promote awareness of the benefits of living walls, green facades, and vertical gardens, reports UNN.
The purpose of this day is to popularize the practice of creating vertical gardens in urban areas. This celebration was initiated by ecologists who urged the urbanized world to seek new ways to preserve nature.
This holiday was established in honor of the birthday of Stanley Hart White, a landscape architect who patented the first living wall in 1938.
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A unique sports holiday - Esports Day - is celebrated in Ukraine on February 15.
This date has become symbolic for numerous gamers and professional esports athletes, as esports has long evolved into a separate industry with its own championships, teams, and fans.
Esports in Ukraine has been actively developing since the early 2000s, and now our players are part of some of the best teams in the world.
This day is a wonderful opportunity to honor those who, through their talent and perseverance, bring glory to the country in this field.
Every year on February 15, the world celebrates Hippopotamus Day - one of the largest mammals inhabiting African rivers. This holiday aims to draw attention to the issue of hippos' extinction due to poaching and habitat loss.
Traditionally, on this day, zoos and environmental organizations hold themed events, lectures, and educational programs to raise awareness about the importance of conserving these unique animals.
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On February 15, the global community observes International Angelman Syndrome Day - a rare genetic disorder affecting the nervous system and child development.
This day is created to support patients, their families, and researchers seeking treatment options.
This day was first celebrated in the USA, and later the initiative spread worldwide.
The symbol of support is the butterfly - it embodies the lightness that families strive to achieve in their battle against the illness.
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Every year on February 15, Single Awareness Day is held, dedicated to those who consciously choose a life without marital ties.
This holiday emphasizes that being single is also a choice that deserves respect.
This day was first celebrated in the USA as an alternative to Valentine's Day.
Over time, it gained popularity in Europe, reminding us that personal happiness is not always tied to romantic relationships.
Since 2009, February 15 has been celebrated in Europe as European Perioperative Nursing Day. This holiday honors professionals who ensure the safety and comfort of patients during surgical procedures.
The initiative to create this day was taken by the European Association of Perioperative Nurses. Over the years, this holiday has helped raise awareness of the crucial role these medical professionals play in modern medicine.
February 15 also marks Loneliness Day - a celebration for those who cherish time alone.
This day provides an opportunity to rethink one’s attitude towards solitude and view it as a source of inner growth.
The holiday emerged as a response to the commercialized Valentine's Day and has become popular among people seeking to remind society that personal value is not determined by the presence of a partner.
February 15 is also the date when the world celebrates Computer Day.
Modern computers have become an integral part of our lives, changing how we work, study, and communicate.
The history of the holiday dates back to 1946 when the first electronic computer, ENIAC, was introduced in the USA. Since then, computer technology has made tremendous leaps, and this day serves as a great opportunity to acknowledge their impact on the world.
The Orthodox Church commemorates Saint Onesimus on February 15, who was a disciple of the Apostle Paul. It is believed that Onesimus preached Christianity in various countries and suffered martyrdom for his faith.
This day has been celebrated in Ukraine since the times of Kievan Rus. Believers turn to the saint for help and intercession in difficult life circumstances.