Antarctica Day Dec 1, 2024

Today, Antarctica Day shines a spotlight on one of the world"s most remarkable international agreements—the Antarctic Treaty. Signed in 1959 by 12 nations, this treaty designated the entire continent as a demilitarised zone, with a special focus on promoting scientific research and collaboration. This day honours the spirit of global cooperation, reminding us of the collective responsibility to protect the planet"s last great wilderness.

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Today in History

The other continent down under
Dec 1, 2023Ross Sea, Antarctica
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May 20, 2025World Bee Day
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Aug 21, 2024Nazca boobies, Wolf Island, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
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May 16, 2025Hawa Mahal, Jaipur, Rajasthan
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Aug 17, 2024Alfanzina lighthouse, Algarve, Portugal
Mar 2, 2024Modica, Sicily, Italy
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Jan 21, 2026Sand dunes in the Thar Desert, Rajasthan
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The epitome of luxury
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King of the jungle? Nope
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Oct 11, 2023The Painted Hills, Oregon
Dec 2, 2023Angkor, Cambodia
Nov 26, 2025Olive orchard in the Serra de Tramuntana, Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain
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Hangin around
Oct 14, 2025Village of Oia in Santorini, Greece
In the spotlight