Italy Edition

February 3, 2028

San Biagio leads today's complete edition for Italy.

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Aerial view of a historic church surrounded by Tuscan countryside, captured in monochrome.
Regional/Cultural Day

San Biagio

The patron saint of throats, celebrated with the blessing of throats using two crossed candles. In the days before antibiotics, throat infections were deadly, and St. Blaise was the last resort. The tradition of eating a blessed bread roll on St. Blaise's Day is observed in southern Italy, and the bread is supposed to protect against choking for the entire year. The bread is dry. The faith is not.

A group of impalas explores the lush greenery of a wildlife reserve.
Regional/Cultural Day

Animals of Guam Day

You encounter the vibrant Guam rail, Micronesian kingfisher, and flying lemurs that define this Pacific island's unique ecosystem. You commonly see Filipinos and native Chamorros keeping fighting cocks, parrots, and tropical fish as beloved household companions. ACADA celebrates the world's pets, and helps assure better care.