September 29th, 1846

The International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste is observed to highlight the critical need to reduce food loss and waste for the benefit of people, the planet, and prosperity. This day focuses on raising awareness about the massive global problem of food waste and its impacts on food security, resource conservation, and climate change. Events on this day often include educational campaigns, food donation drives, and discussions on innovative strategies to minimize food waste in supply chains, retail, and households. The observance serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable food practices and the need for collaborative efforts to improve food systems. It's a call to action for individuals, businesses, and governments to adopt more efficient practices, reduce waste, and ensure that nutritious food reaches those in need, contributing to a more sustainable and equitable world.

Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is the most solemn and sacred day in the Jewish calendar. It is a day dedicated to introspection, prayer, and repentance. On this day, Jews around the world abstain from physical comforts, engage in prayer and fasting, and seek forgiveness from God and fellow human beings. It's a time for individual and communal reflection on past actions and making amends for wrongdoings. Yom Kippur is characterized by its unique liturgy, including the Kol Nidre service on the eve of Yom Kippur and the Ne'ilah service as the day concludes. The day emphasizes spiritual reconciliation and moral renewal, offering a chance for individuals and communities to start anew with a clean slate.