World Patient Queue Day
A day for the line at the shop, clinic, station, office, or counter, and the social art of waiting well.
Norway Edition
World Patient Queue Day leads today's complete edition for Norway.
Daily Edition
Official observances, world days, local context, and everyday celebrations for people who need something worth reading, sharing, or talking about today.
A day for the line at the shop, clinic, station, office, or counter, and the social art of waiting well.
The birthday of Princess Ingrid Alexandra, the heir presumptive to the Norwegian throne, is marked with a 21-gun salute from Akershus Fortress in Oslo. Flags fly on public buildings, and the royal family appears on the balcony of the Royal Palace. The princess represents the future of the Norwegian monarchy, which enjoys approval ratings above 80 percent, making it one of the most popular royal institutions in Europe.
You spot the jaguar, giant river otter, and harpy eagle as the remarkable apex predators and iconic species of French Guiana. You note that residents typically keep dogs, cats, and chickens in their communities. ACADA celebrates the world's pets, and helps assure better care.