No, not everyone celebrates the start of the new year on Jan. 1
Some countries use calendars that begin the year on dates in entirely different seasons, and some countries celebrate both Jan. 1 and a traditional new year.
Why do we celebrate New Year on January 1? A lookback at its fascinating history
The tradition of celebrating the New Year has evolved over millennia, from ancient Mesopotamia's Akitu festival to the modern Gregorian calendar.
Happy New Year 2025: History, Significance, and why do we celebrate New Year’s on January 1?
This time, the New Year will be observed on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, with many beginning the celebrations a day before, i.e., December 31st, 2024 (Tuesday), as New Year’s Eve.
Happy New Year 2025: History, Significance, Traditions, And Why We Celebrate New Year's Day
Explore the fascinating history and timeless significance of New Year’s Day, celebrated across the globe to mark new beginnings.
Welcome, 2025: Here's why January 1 is celebrated as New Year's Day
Several countries around the world have already entered 2025, while in other nations, January 1, the first day of the year, will begin the moment the clock strikes midnight as per the local time zone.
Happy New Year 2025: Why the world celebrates New Year’s day on January 1st and what are some of its traditions?
New Year’s Day on January 1st is a time for renewal and optimism. It marks the beginning of a new year, a moment for reflection on the past and a chance to look forward to the future. While celebrated with diverse traditions around the world,
There's a bizarre reason why 10 days are missing from October 1582
October 1582 isn’t exactly a year which went down in history. It certainly doesn’t have the same familiarity as 1066 (the ...
Knowledge nugget of the day: New Year’s Day in the Calendar
As we welcome 2025, let’s look at why January 1 is recognised by the Gregorian calendar as the beginning of a new year.
Welcome 2025: 5 Bold Trends That Will Redefine Your New Year Ahead
Discover 2025’s cultural shifts: openness, inclusivity, ageism, social media dominance, and creative remixes redefining entertainment, fashion, and traditions worldwide.
Skill shortage hits traditional calendar makers
Sales of local calendars combining traditional Indian calendars are rising, but the expertise to draw them is dwindling.
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How Ancient Maya and Aztecs Celebrated New Year’s Eve
The ancient Maya and Aztecs had detailed calendars that celebrated New Year's Eve at different times, with traditions to mark ...
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Non-Jewish holidays and Gregorian Calendar dates
Opponents of the Gregorian Calendar Date On the other hand, some of the Gedolei Yisrael (imminent rabbis) strongly opposed using the Gregorian date, claiming that those who used it were being ...
When is the last night of Hanukkah?: Dates to know for the Jewish holiday in 2024
The Jewish holiday of Hanukkah, or Chanukah — the Festival of Lights — is underway. It began at sundown on Wednesday, Dec. 25 ...
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Kentucky is undefeated in games following a break of 10 or more days
The seemingly randomness of the Gregorian calendar also occasionally throws a wrench in the Kentucky basketball schedule.