Today’s holiday is Unity Day in Vanuatu. Vanuatu is an island nation of 83 small volcanic islands in the South Pacific Ocean, with a population of about 270,000. Despite these relatively small numbers, the people speak an impressive 113 indigenous languages – it is the country with the highest density of languages per capita in the world. High chiefs from the different islands attend the festivities, which include performances by native dancers in their traditional dress and a parade. The holiday’s festivities typically include picnics, music concerts and sporting events.
Happy Monday, everyone!
Movie Posters! Hand-painted in Ghana!!
On this day in 1963, I Want to Hold Your Hand was released in the UK.
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