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May 17, 2027

Telecommunication Day leads today's complete edition for Qatar.

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Imposing satellite tower with numerous dishes against a vibrant blue sky.

Regional/Cultural Day

Telecommunication Day

Marking the founding of Qatar's telecommunications sector, and by extension, the extraordinary story of Al Jazeera. Founded in 1996 with a grant from Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Al Jazeera revolutionized Arab-language media by offering uncensored news, call-in shows, and debate programs. Its coverage of the Second Intifada (2000) made it the most-watched channel in the Arab world, and its motto:"The Opinion and the Other Opinion":challenged state-controlled media across the region. Al Jazeera's headquarters in Doha's West Bay is a landmark, and the network now operates channels in English, Balkans, Turkish, and documentary formats.

Two colorful roosters in a dramatic standoff amidst lush Polynesian flora.

Regional/Cultural Day

Animals of French Polynesia Day

You admire the Tahitian imperial pigeon, colorful parrotfish, and green sea turtle inhabiting French Polynesian waters and islands. You find that locals commonly keep pigs, chickens, and coconut crabs alongside dogs and cats. ACADA celebrates the world's pets, and helps assure better care.

Hands weaving a straw hat, showcasing traditional craftsmanship in Ayangue, Ecuador.

Regional/Cultural Day

Products of Panama Day

You recognize Panamanian coffee, particularly Geisha coffee from the Boquete region, which commands premium prices at auctions worldwide. You know that this coffee represents Panama's mountainous terroir and the craftsmanship of generations of growers who have established it as one of the world's finest.