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The city of Uberaba will celebrate its 206th anniversary on March 2, impacting local commerce and public services during the holiday.

Ongoing political discussions in Estonia reveal that various parties disagree on the significance of May 1 as a public holiday, with suggestions to prioritize the Republic's anniversary instead.

Kemi, Finland, has reported a resurgence of rats in residential areas due to ineffective waste collection over the holiday season.

A proposal has been made by a right-wing politician in Estonia to declare February 25, the country's Independence Day, as a public holiday, suggesting that May 1 be removed from the holiday calendar.

As the winter holiday season peaks in Finland, various seasonal infectious diseases are spreading, particularly influenza A and norovirus, according to health experts.

A petition has been submitted to the Polish Parliament to declare Good Friday a statutory holiday, in addition to Easter Sunday and Easter Monday.

After Prince Andrew's recent arrest, his family, including his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson and daughters Beatrice and Eugenie, have been notably absent from public view amidst an ongoing investigation related to misconduct.

A proposal from 'MuRo27', a group advocating for Muslim interests in Rome, suggests closing schools during Ramadan to accommodate the Islamic holiday amid increasing public discussions on religious observances in education.

The Greek labor union GSEE informs private sector employees about the compensation methods for working on Clean Monday, which is not an official public holiday.

After a long weekend following Carnival, residents of Rondônia will have to wait until April for their next public holidays during Holy Week.

Femi Falana criticizes Minister Nyesom Wike's declaration of a public holiday ahead of local elections, arguing that he lacks the authority to do so.

A public holiday declared ahead of local elections has caused the postponement of the trial of former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his son.

The trial of former Nigerian Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his son has been postponed until February 27 due to a public holiday.

The Mexican Secretary of Public Education clarifies that there will be no classes on February 24 due to the celebration of Flag Day, aligning with the school calendar.

During the Carnival holiday from February 14 to 17, ECU 911 responded to 1,309 emergency calls in Esmeraldas, with a majority related to citizen safety.

The rules for Ash Wednesday as a discretionary holiday vary by state and municipality in Brazil, with some areas having the whole day off while others have specific hours until which businesses close.

The article informs about the operational changes in Fortaleza on Ash Wednesday following the intense Carnival celebrations, indicating that it's not a public holiday but a day with optional work for public servants.

Ash Wednesday marks the end of Carnival in Brazil and the return to normal work schedules, with variations in holiday observance across states and municipalities.

The article discusses the ongoing debate in Denmark regarding the prayer day, with indications that its reinstatement as a public holiday is unlikely amidst political maneuvering.

Holy Week in 2026 will begin on March 29 and end on April 5, with significant religious observances including Maundy Thursday on April 2 coinciding with a public holiday.

The article discusses the national holiday status of February 17 in Argentina, related to Carnival celebrations.

The article discusses the observance of Ash Wednesday in Brazil, explaining how it marks the end of Carnival and the return to normal working hours, which varies by region due to optional public holiday policies.

The operating hours of public services and businesses in Piracicaba and Limeira, Brazil, will change due to the upcoming Carnival holiday.

The article discusses the operational status of various public and private sector activities in California during Presidents' Day, a federal holiday.

Carnival will affect the functioning of public bodies and some commerce in Campo Grande from February 16 to 18, 2026, despite not being a national holiday.

Public service operation hours in Itapetininga and Tatuí will be affected during the Carnival holiday, with some services remaining closed until Thursday, February 19.

NSW will have an additional public holiday for Anzac Day in 2026 and 2027, announced by Premier Chris Minns as part of a trial.

On Presidents' Day 2026, many government offices and public services in the United States will be closed, while the retail sector will likely hold special promotions.

New South Wales will have additional public holidays for Anzac Day in 2026 and 2027 due to the commemorative day falling on weekends, a move announced by Premier Chris Minns.

The city of Bauru outlines the schedule for municipal services during the carnival holiday, detailing closures and modifications for health services, administrative offices, and municipal parks.

The state of Amapá in Brazil announces changes in public service and business operations during Carnival 2026, including a holiday and optional working days.

The city of Santos has announced changes to public services during the Carnival holiday, affecting operations in health, transportation, markets, and public services.

This article discusses the status of Carnival as a holiday or optional workday in Belém, Brazil.

The article outlines the operational changes for banks, public offices, and shopping malls in João Pessoa during the 2026 Carnival celebrations.

The Esmeraldas province is experiencing high hotel occupancy rates ahead of the Carnival holiday, prompting authorities to implement a comprehensive operational plan for public safety and event management.

The Ecuadorian Transit Commission (CTE) will verify the presentation of necessary documentation during the Carnival holiday to ensure road safety, considering operational challenges faced by users.

A proposal has been put forward by a Morena deputy to grant public officials an additional eight mandatory vacation days during the holiday season.

The article discusses the changes in service availability in New York City on Presidents' Day 2026, which falls on February 16.

The article outlines the schedule of public services in Sorocaba, Brazil, during the Carnival holiday.

The Carnival holiday in Ecuador will be celebrated on February 16 and 17, 2026, providing citizens with a long weekend of four consecutive days off.

Trunk line 1 of the Metrovía system in Ecuador has received 25 new air-conditioned buses in an investment nearing $6.5 million, which will start operations after the carnival holiday.

Ecuadorians will enjoy a four-day carnival holiday in 2026, coinciding with the weekend and official rest days established by the government.

During Carnival in Cuiabá, the public services and commerce will experience changes due to the declared optional holiday by the municipality.

The Norwegian Public Roads Administration advises drivers to prepare thoroughly for winter travel due to potentially hazardous road conditions.

The Manaus City Hall has published the holiday and optional points calendar for 2026, providing essential information to the public and city officials.

The city of Montes Claros has declared a holiday for municipal offices during Carnival, affecting their operating hours for the festivities.

São Paulo is suspending vehicle traffic restrictions for the Carnival holiday from Monday to Wednesday, while several public services will be closed during this period.

Wildfires in South Korea have surged this year, with damage areas reported to be 16 times larger than the same period last year, prompting warnings about smoking habits during the tomb-sweeping holiday.

Major terminals, train stations, airports, and highways across South Korea are bustling ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday, with many travelers heading home or going abroad.

Approximately 200,000 people are predicted to use Incheon International Airport each day during the Seollal holiday period.