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World Orangutan Day on 19 August 2013: How to Get Involved

  • August 19, 2013
  • Jules
Support the iconic yet critically endangered orangutans on 19 August 2013, which has been designated as an international awareness day of these intriguing Asian primates. Native to just two countries…
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Get Involved with World Elephant Day: 12 August 2013

  • August 8, 2013
  • Jules
The second annual World Elephant Day returns on 12 August 2013 to raise awareness of the threats these intelligent giants face and how you can get involved in the conservation…
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Insane, but real World Festivals in August 2013

  • August 1, 2013
  • Jules
As another month rolls around, the weird and wacky festivals and events continue around the world – this is our pick of the best in August; International Regatta of Bathtubs…
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It’s a Boy! Congratulations to Kate and William!

  • July 22, 2013
  • Jules
Weeks of anticipation are finally over as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s baby son is born weighing in at 8.6 pounds – congratulations to Kate and William! News of…
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Guide to World Youth Day in Rio de Janeiro 2013

  • July 22, 2013
  • Jules
More than two million pilgrims will descend on Rio de Janeiro in Brazil between 23 – 28 July 2013 to join Pope Francis in prayer. Each two or three years,…
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Idris Elba plays Nelson Mandela in Biopic Movie: Long Walk To Freedom

  • July 18, 2013
  • Jules
Actor and DJ Idris Elba will bring the former South African President Nelson Mandela to life on the big screen in a new biopic about the former leader’s life. Titled…
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Top European Music Festivals in July 2013

  • July 10, 2013
  • Jules
Glastonbury may be over for another year but Europe is buzzing with the promise of yet more awesome festivals – bring on the summer! T in the Park, Scotland –…
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Guide to Bastille Day in France and Across the World

  • July 5, 2013
  • Jules
The 14th of July marks the annual celebration of La Fête Nationale, or Bastille Day, in the heart of France’s capital, Paris. Often likened to Independence Day or Canada Day…
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Guide to the Boryeong Mud Festival in South Korea

  • July 2, 2013
  • Jules
If you’ve ever doubted the popularity of mud, you’ll surely reconsider it at the Boryeong Mud Festival on 13 July 2013! What began, in 1998, as a simple local event…
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Weird and Wonderful Festivals in the World in July 2013

  • June 28, 2013
  • Jules
Clear your diary! Its summertime, which has inspired these bizarre outdoor festivals across the world throughout July – it’s time to join the madness; Palio di Siena, Italy – 2…
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