Born on February 22, 1732 in the Gregorian calendar, George Washington is the first president of the United States. To commemorate him and his impact on American history, the third Monday of February is regarded as a federal holiday widely known as…
The Lunar New Year happens a week from now on February 12 and this time, we’re celebrating the arrival of the Year of the Ox. In the Chinese zodiac, In the Chinese zodiac, the ox is the second in the 12-year cycle…
Known as the Spring Festival, the Lunar New Year or Chinese New Year is marked by the first new moon of the lunar calendar. Unlike Western calendars, the day in which the Lunar New Year is celebrated varies because it follows the…
January 29 is National Puzzle Day, a day to celebrate the time-consuming yet entertaining wonder that are puzzles. Puzzles come in all shapes and forms, but one of the most common puzzles are jigsaw puzzles. But throughout time, puzzles have evolved to…
Did you know that about 55% of Americans plan to celebrate Valentine's Day? That's according to Statista , which found that about $2.4 million is spent during this time on candy alone. If you’re one of those people who love to…
Valentine's Day is often regarded as a day of joyous celebration of love in all its forms. While most couples go on dates, those who are unattached find ways to celebrate self love or familial love. After all, different kinds of love…
Did you know that Valentine's Day has a rather interesting history? Today's Valentine's Day is often synonymous with chocolates and flowers, must haves for any suitor who wants to win over the woman (or man) of his or her dreams. But did…
New Year, new resolutions, and oftentimes, those New Year's resolutions involve the dreaded "D" word: dieting. New Year's resolutions are often synonymous with dieting and weight loss, more than other goals such as saving money for a car or house, cutting down…
The challenges brought about by the year 2020 has made most of us rethink the way we live, especially when it comes to our health and overall wellness. While the quarantine has given us more time to pursue our hobbies, it also…
Galentine's Day is just around the corner and for those who are unfamiliar, the fictional holiday turned fun, actual tradition all over the world celebrates female friendships. It all began with a 2010 episode of the much loved sitcom, "Parks and Recreation,"…