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The COP29 UN Climate Change Conference is 11–22 November 2024, in Baku, Azerbaijan. Country leaders, experts and environmental campaigners will meet to discuss the urgent action needed to fight climate change.

In the UK, Bonfire Night (or Guy Fawkes Night) is celebrated on 5 November and the night skies are filled with colour. It’s a special day in honour of a historic event.

What do you know about Diwali? It's one of the biggest events in the Indian calendar. Find out all about the festival and how it is celebrated.

October 31 is Halloween and it's celebrated in many countries around the world. What are the origins of this spooky day and how do people celebrate today? Read the article and find out.

World Mental Health Day, on 10 October, is a day to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world. Read the article to learn more.

October is Black History Month in the UK. It recognises black people's achievements and teaches people about black history.

Did you know that there's a special day to find out about vegetarianism? Vegetarians don't eat meat, and these days many people are choosing to eat a more plant-based diet. Read the article to find out why.

It's World Tourism Day on 27 September. Visiting new places can be great, but there's a bad side to tourism too. Read this article to find out more.

The International Day of Peace is on 21 September. It aims to build a more peaceful world for everyone who lives in it.

What do you know about the history and symbols of the Olympic Games? Read the article to find out about this world-famous sports event.

Every day thousands of people are forced to leave their homes and find a safe place to live. World Refugee Day celebrates the strength and courage of refugees around the world. 

Life on Earth couldn't exist without oceans, but our oceans are in danger. World Oceans Day is a time to learn about oceans and why we must protect them.

It is the most famous sporting competition in the UK and football's oldest competition. It's watched by millions of people. Read more to understand Britain's obsession with the FA Cup final.

He was the greatest writer in the English language and is known around the world. But how much do you really know about William Shakespeare and his life?

Do you like playing tricks on people? April Fool's Day is a special day for jokes and tricks in many countries. Read this article to find out about it.  

Easter is a very important festival for most Christians, and for many other people it's a time to celebrate the arrival of spring, and of course eat chocolate eggs! 

Earth Hour is an annual event which asks you to switch off all your lights for one hour. The aim is to involve as many people as possible in positive change for our planet.

Everyone needs water, and every drop is precious. On 22 March, World Water Day draws attention to the essential role of water in our lives, the difficulties many people have getting clean water, and solutions to these problems. 

What do you know about Holi? Read the article to find out about this very colourful festival, celebrated by Hindus all over the world.

Wearing a red nose for a day may seem like a strange way to raise money for charity. However, it seems to work in Britain.