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Collection International Day of Democracy
International Day of Democracy

According to the U.N.,"The International Day of Democracy provides an opportunity to review the state of democracy in the world. Democracy is as much a process as a goal, and only with the full participation of and...

Collection International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism
International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism

The International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism was established by the U.N. General Assembly to honor and support the victims and survivors of terrorism and to promote and protect the...

Collection International Day of the Girl Child
International Day of the Girl Child

In 1995, at the World Conference on Women in Beijing, countries unanimously adopted the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action – the most progressive blueprint ever for advancing the rights of not only women...

Collection International Youth Day
International Youth Day

International Youth Day seeks to raise awareness to the cultural and legal issues faced by youth throughout the world. The United Nations defines youth as people between the ages of 15 and 24 years. In 1995, the...

Collection International Day of Peace and World Day of Peace
International Day of Peace and World Day of Peace

Established in 1981, International Day of Peace provides a date for all people, the world over, to commit to peace. In 2001, the General Assembly voted unanimously to designate the Day as a period of non-violence...

Collection World Day of Social Justice
World Day of Social Justice

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Collection World Environment Day
World Environment Day

World Environment Day is celebrated annually on June 5 and is the United Nations' principal vehicle for encouraging awareness and action for the protection of the environment. First held in 1974, it has been a...

Collection World Habitat Day
World Habitat Day

In 1985, the United Nations designated the first Monday of October every year as World Habitat Day. The idea is to reflect on the state of our towns and cities and the basic right of all to adequate shelter. It is...

Collection World Humanitarian Day
World Humanitarian Day

World Humanitarian Day seeks to recognize the compassion and bravery of humanitarian workers. Designated by the United Nations in December of 2008 to honor the sacrifices of humanitarian workers, it is celebrated...

Collection World Teachers' Day
World Teachers' Day

Held annually on October 5, this day gives us an opportunity to express our appreciation to our teachers for the special contributions they make to education throughout the school year. Let your favorite teacher...

Collection World Tourism Day
World Tourism Day

On Sept. 27 each year, the world celebrates World Tourism Day. The Day encourages awareness of the importance of tourism, as well as its cultural worth.

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Brandon Velie, Small Town Chef | Original SC

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Brandon Velie, Small Town Chef | Original SC
For a small town in South Carolina the town of Ridge Spring has got a little something for everyone. The town is known as an antique mecca and now has a cult like following for something else...corn...
Stephen Brown, Swing Bridge Operator | Original SC Robert Mason, Caring Clown | Original SC

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Robert Mason, Caring Clown | Original SC
"The most precious gift one person can give to another is attention." That's what Robert Mason, a.k.a. DOCTOR GEEZER, says about his work through the volunteer organization Bumper T Caring Clowns. The...
Shark Feeder Arnold Postell | Original SC

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Shark Feeder Arnold Postell | Original SC
Thats what Arnold Postell, a senior biologist at South Carolina Aquarium, says about conserving and caring for the environment. Postell, a Charleston native, spent most of his time growing up in the...
Let's Go Play! | Healthy Hannah

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Let's Go Play! | Healthy Hannah
Healthy Hannah shows how you can stay active no matter what the weather is like outside.
Emergency Room | Eye Wonder

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Emergency Room | Eye Wonder
The Eye Wonder team learns what happens behind the scenes in the emergency room from the admissions process to how patients are cared for. A nurse explains what happens to a patient when he or she is...
Charleston Celebrates Its Culinary Culture

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Charleston Celebrates Its Culinary Culture
BB&T Charleston Wine and Food Festival is held annually in Charleston as a way of celebrating the chefs and cuisine of the area. Cathryn Zommer, director of Communications for the festival, talks...
Irmo Middle School | Palmetto Scene

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Irmo Middle School | Palmetto Scene
Irmo Middle School is one of two grand-prize winners in the 12th-annual CDW-G and Discovery Education Win a Wireless Lab Sweepstakes. The school recieved $45,000 in technology grants, including on...
Walking the Dog | Healthy Hannah

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Walking the Dog | Healthy Hannah
A music video where Healthy Hannah shows walking the dog is a fun, convenient form of exercise.
Two Hours or Less | Healthy Hannah

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Two Hours or Less | Healthy Hannah
Healthy Hannah explains what "screen time" is and how too much of it isn't good for your mind or body.