The Noble Stranger: Krypton’s Hidden Glow and Cosmic Secrets
Krypton (Kr, atomic number 36), a colorless, odorless, tasteless noble gas in group 18 (the noble gases), is one of the rarer constituents of Earth’s atmosphere (~1.14 ppm by volume).…
Revolution Day (17 February Revolution) – Libya Remembers the Uprising of 2011 on February 17
On February 17, 2026, Libya commemorates Revolution Day (يوم الثورة 17 فبراير / Yawm ath-Thawra 17 Fibrayir), also known as 17 February Revolution Day, marking the 15th anniversary of the…
Independence Day – Kosovo Celebrates Declaration of Independence on February 17
On February 17, 2026, Kosovo marks Independence Day (Dita e Pavarësisë), the country’s most important national holiday, commemorating the unilateral declaration of independence from Serbia on February 17, 2008. At…
Geneva talks to cover all key issues, including territories — Kremlin
Compared with the rounds in Abu Dhabi, the Geneva talks on Ukraine will cover a wider range of topics and address all key issues, including those related to territories, Kremlin…
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim Calls for Harmony and Unity in Lunar New Year Message
Chinese New Year always reminds us of prosperity, hope, and the strength to move forward with full confidence. In this Year of the Horse, perseverance, courage, and fighting spirit are…
The Everyday Titan: Aluminium’s Lightweight Reign and Hidden Resilience
Aluminium (Al, atomic number 13), known as aluminum in American English, is the most abundant metal in Earth’s crust (~8.1% by mass) and the third most abundant element overall (after…
Elizabeth Peratrovich Day – Alaska Honors a Civil Rights Champion on February 16
On February 16, 2026, the state of Alaska observes Elizabeth Peratrovich Day, an official state holiday commemorating the birth of Elizabeth Wanamaker Peratrovich (born July 4, 1911 – died December…
Restoration of Lithuania’s Statehood Day – Celebrating Independence Regained on February 16
On February 16, 2026, Lithuania celebrates Restoration of Lithuania’s Statehood Day (Lietuvos valstybės atkūrimo diena), the country’s most important national holiday and a public holiday across the nation. This date…
Day of the Shining Star – North Korea Celebrates Kim Jong Il’s Birthday on February 16
On February 16, 2026, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea) celebrates Day of the Shining Star (광명성절 / Kwangmyŏngsŏng-jŏl), one of the country’s two most important national holidays…
The Elusive Fire-Bringer: Promethium’s Radioactive Rarity and Lanthanide Secrets
Promethium (Pm, atomic number 61), the only lanthanide with no stable isotopes, is one of the rarest and most enigmatic elements in the periodic table. Named after the Greek Titan…