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169th day and 25th week in 1962
Day Events
International Day for Countering Hate Speech
The International Day for Countering Hate Speech aims to raise awareness and mobilize action against hate speech, promoting a global culture of tolerance, equality, and respect. This observance emphasizes the importance of combating hate speech in all its forms, recognizing its harmful impacts on individuals, communities, and the fabric of society. Activities on this day include educational programs, social media campaigns, public dialogues, and workshops aimed at fostering understanding and countering divisive narratives. The day calls for collective efforts from governments, civil society, the private sector, and individuals to identify, report, and counter hate speech while safeguarding freedom of expression. It's a day to reaffirm commitment to principles of dignity, diversity, and dialogue, highlighting the role each person can play in creating a more inclusive, peaceful world.
Sustainable Gastronomy Day
Sustainable Gastronomy Day celebrates culinary practices that respect the Earth and its ecosystems, recognizing the importance of sustainable gastronomy in achieving food security, conserving biodiversity, and combating climate change. This day emphasizes the role that sustainable gastronomy can play in promoting agricultural development, food security, nutrition, sustainable food production, and the conservation of biodiversity. Events include cooking demonstrations, food festivals, and workshops focusing on local, seasonal, and sustainably sourced ingredients. The day also highlights traditional cooking methods and indigenous culinary practices that contribute to sustainable development. It's a day to explore how we can make food choices that are beneficial for both our health and the environment, encouraging a shift towards more sustainable food consumption and production patterns.
Day Information
This day was 22828 days ago, today is 12/17/2024.
Moon: waning, moon phase is full moon, age 15 days, new moon July 1, full moon June 17.
Date ISO 8601 format: 1962-06-18T00:32:13-07:00
UTC date and time: 1962-06-18 07:32:13
Unix time: -237918467
Sun information in Los Angeles
Sunrise: 5:39 AM
Sunset: 8:08 PM
At zenith: 12:53 PM
Length of day: 14h 28m