| 单词 | public holiday |
| 例句 | Emergency laws added three hours to the workday and banned vacation days and public holidays. A Thousand Sisters 2019-01-22T00:00:00Z For a horse, it was said, the pension would be five pounds of corn a day and, in winter, fifteen pounds of hay, with a carrot or possibly an apple on public holidays. Animal Farm: A Fairy Story 1945-08-17T00:00:00Z In an e-mail, he wrote the following: “Zanzibar is a predominantly Islamic island so Christmas isn’t celebrated much locally, although the main Christmas days are taken as public holidays.” In Transit: Q&A: Spending the Holidays in Africa 2010-11-23T18:00:00Z On this public holiday, there are races in many of Hong Kong’s coastal or riverside areas, from Sha Tin in the New Territories to the outlying islands. Riding the Dragon at Hong Kong Boating Festival 2010-06-10T10:00:00Z The last ferry back to the city is 12:30 a.m. every day except Sundays and public holidays, allowing plenty of time for a vineyard dinner. A Quick Island Getaway From Auckland 2012-10-12T23:07:10Z It's not a reference to her condition, but to the American public holiday on which some of its action is set. Toronto 2013: Reporter's diary 2013-09-09T07:46:10Z There are 144 applicants competing for each available slot on Dec. 23, the first public holiday when Xiang Xiang may be viewed. Lucky lottery winners get first peek at Japan's baby panda 2017-12-19T05:00:00Z As darkness fell, however, the reality of trying to find somewhere to stay on a public holiday dawned. Mississippi yearning 2010-12-04T00:05:15Z Paramount didn't break down first-day territorial grosses but said the opening in France was 11 percent ahead of the comparable opening figure of 2008's "Iron Man," which premiered "on the eve of a public holiday." "Iron Man 2" opens at No. 1 in six overseas markets 2010-04-30T00:54:00Z British officials expect several million Britons will head abroad, thanks to the timing of the wedding day - a holiday for most - between the Easter weekend and the May Day public holiday. Royal wedding fever hits some in UK Caribbean 2011-04-27T08:16:04Z The traditional event, which draws thousands of Romans and tourists, is held on the Roman Catholic feast of the Immaculate Conception, a public holiday in the Italian capital. Pope prays for unemployed at traditional rite in Rome 2016-12-08T05:00:00Z By the reign of Emperor Claudius, he says, Rome had an astounding 159 public holidays a year, about three a week. Books of The Times: ?Rome,? a Personal History by Robert Hughes - Review 2011-11-21T23:26:49Z Browse at will between 9 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. daily, public holidays excepted. Five Reasons to Visit Colombo 2011-04-14T14:15:00Z The public holiday now known as Reconciliation Day used to be called the Day of the Vow, and commemorated the Boer victory over the Zulu army at the Battle of Blood River. Johannesburg by Pool 2016-09-15T04:00:00Z Amid a reckoning around race in America, New York and Virginia joined 45 other states and the District of Columbia in recognizing Juneteenth as a public holiday. In case you missed them: the Guardian's unsung heroes of 2020 2020-12-28T05:00:00Z “Why didn’t you tell me today was a public holiday in Milan?” In Milan, Putting an A.I. Travel Adviser to the Test 2023-06-13T04:00:00Z It immediately precedes Good Friday, a public holiday, on which theaters are traditionally closed. Dance Review: At Royal Ballet, Debuts by Liam Scarlett and Wayne McGregor 2012-04-06T22:17:43Z There are 144 applicants competing for each available slot on Dec. 23, the first public holiday when Xiang Xiang may be viewed. Lucky lottery winners get first peek at Japan's baby panda 2017-12-19T05:00:00Z Economists estimate the extra public holiday will cost billions of pounds, with one saying it will knock a quarter of a percentage point off second-quarter GDP growth. Fervor builds ahead of British royal wedding 2011-04-28T13:47:35Z Ireland, Northern Ireland, some parts of Canada, and Montserrat, a small British Overseas Territory in the Eastern Caribbean, are the only places in the world that recognize St. Patrick’s Day as a public holiday. St. Patrick’s Day on Montserrat 2019-03-21T04:00:00Z Saturday, Sunday and public holidays from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Bamberg, Germany: A city of just 70,000 people but nine breweries 2016-03-24T04:00:00Z Some restaurants are open only at weekends and public holidays, and most won't take credit cards. First class fare on Argentina's rails 2010-12-04T00:06:02Z In the wake of the Waukesha Christmas parade tragedy, experts are sharing ways that people can stay safe while attending public holiday events. Waukesha parade: How to stay safe during holiday events 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z As a historian of colonial America and scholar of American public holidays, I’ve long worked to separate history from myth and fact from fiction, and to help tell the stories of diverse Americans. A time for everyone: Why Thanksgiving really is a holiday for pluralists 2016-11-25T05:00:00Z But in honor of the royal wedding - and to boost sales - London retailers will stay open for business on the public holiday. Hats off! Britain's royal wedding stirs hat fever 2011-04-18T10:11:11Z In fact, the wedding has prompted Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, the Turks and Caicos Islands and others to declare Friday a public holiday. Royal wedding fever hits some in UK Caribbean 2011-04-27T08:16:04Z What resulted was a 20-minute bagpipe-powered epic eulogising different public holidays, voiced by a rapping opera diver, and – the most unwanted sound of all – singing children. Hey, what's that sound: children's choirs and kids singing 2010-04-12T10:14:00Z He said Mr Matheson would have needed to send 8000 emails, one every 10 seconds for 24 hours, to use more than £7,000 worth of data on 2 January, which was a public holiday. Michael Matheson to give statement on £11k iPad data bill 2023-11-16T05:00:00Z "Saturday night, you strode off the pitch of victory and passed into legend," said Mr Ramaphosa, who has declared a public holiday on December 15 to celebrate the win. South Africa's rugby team begin World Cup victory tour 2023-11-02T04:00:00Z South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared a public holiday after the country won the 2023 Rugby World Cup in Paris on Saturday, South Africa declares public holiday for World Cup win 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z He said they had visited Israel for a public holiday but had not been able to get a flight home to the UK. UK arranges flights for Britons stranded in Israel 2023-10-12T04:00:00Z Early voting began in four states or territories Monday, and the remaining four will vote on Tuesday after observing a public holiday Monday. Early voting begins in New Zealand’s general election and in Australia for Indigenous ‘Voice’ 2023-10-01T04:00:00Z Near-term data on the radar of economists include consumer spending for the longest public holiday this year. China's economy stabilises, factory activity returns to expansion 2023-09-30T04:00:00Z The blast ripped through near a mosque in Balochistan province where people were gathered for a procession to mark Mohammed’s birthday, which is a public holiday, Ahmed added. Suicide blast in southwest Pakistan kills at least 52, more than 50 injured 2023-09-29T04:00:00Z The yen was up about 0.15% against the dollar at 147.62 to the dollar, with traders out for a Japanese public holiday. Dollar eases as traders eye upcoming central bank decisions 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z The yen was up about 0.1% against the dollar at 147.685 to the dollar, with traders out for a Japanese public holiday. Dollar eases as week of key central bank decisions kicks off 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z The yen was up about 0.1% against the dollar at 147.7 to the dollar, with traders out for a Japanese public holiday. Dollar steady as week of key central bank decisions kicks off 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z Japan's yen was little changed at 147.69 to the dollar, with the country's traders out for a public holiday. Dollar hovers near six-month high before key central bank decisions 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z The day has been declared a public holiday to allow the 6.62 million registered voters a chance to vote. Zimbabwe election: Voters head to the polls with inflation on their minds 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z But a strategy of shutdowns and public holidays comes with knock-on economic effects that risk negating any benefit. Rolling blackouts, sudden shutdowns: Extreme heat boils — and roils — the Middle East 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Some are already demanding a public holiday if the Lionesses win. England women’s team unites fans as once ignored squad eyes nation’s first World Cup title since ’66 2023-08-19T04:00:00Z The delays came at an especially inopportune time for those hoping to use the airport, since Tuesday is an Italian public holiday for the Catholic feast of the Assumption of Mary, called Ferragosto. Mount Etna eruption grounds Sicily flights 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z They marked their second anniversary as rulers of Afghanistan on Tuesday, which was declared a public holiday. Taliban rule of Afghanistan is open-ended, their chief spokesman says as they begin year 3 in power 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Regional government authorities, based in Chania, were due to decide later Monday whether the closure would be extended through Wednesday, a public holiday. Greece closes popular mountain gorge in Crete after an earthquake triggers a dangerous rockslide 2023-08-14T04:00:00Z Politicians in the country of 26 million have been clambering to join the bandwagon, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese last month suggesting a national public holiday should the Matildas win the title. Boomers move game as co-host Australia reaches fever pitch for Matildas at the Women’s World Cup 2023-08-14T04:00:00Z Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has promised a national public holiday if the Matildas go all the way and lift the trophy. 'Magnifique Matildas' - co-hosts creating sporting legacy 2023-08-13T04:00:00Z In Asia, Treasuries went untraded as Tokyo desks closed for Mountain Day - a public holiday aimed at enjoying mountains. Morning Bid: Bonds droop as inflation cheer fades 2023-08-11T04:00:00Z Unprecedented heat this summer forced the government to declare Wednesday and Thursday as public holidays. Wildfire sets off landmines around Tehran's Evin prison, Iran's judiciary says 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z Neighboring Iraq extended public holidays last year to protect employees from 125-degree weather. Iran Orders Nationwide Shutdown Because of ‘Unprecedented’ Heat 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Iran has announced Wednesday and Thursday this week will be public holidays because of "unprecedented heat" and told the elderly and people with health conditions to stay indoors, Iranian state media reported. Four Nigerians, rescued in Brazil, survived 14 days on a ship's rudder 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Iran has announced Wednesday and Thursday this week will be public holidays because of "unprecedented heat" and told the elderly and people with health conditions to stay indoors, Iranian state media reported. Lukashenko taunts Poland again over Wagner troops near border 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Iran has announced Wednesday and Thursday this week will be public holidays because of "unprecedented heat" and told the elderly and people with health conditions to stay indoors, Iranian state media reported. Spain to evacuate more than 70 citizens from Niger 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Jordan enacted a public holiday so people could line the streets where the royal motorcade would pass. A lesson in satire from the Arab version of the Onion: Some dictators can't take a joke 2023-07-27T04:00:00Z Market conditions were subdued following the Independence Day public holiday on Wall Street on Tuesday. Asian shares fall on growth concerns, focus shifts to Fed minutes 2023-07-05T04:00:00Z Independence Day public holiday while the economic data calendar is also light. European shares muted as miners weigh 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z Independence Day public holiday on Tuesday, with most of Wall Street closed. Stocks dip, dollar steadies as investors seek rates clarity 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z Police in Kazakhstan, where Wednesday was a public holiday, could not be immediately reached for comment. Kazakhstan detains Russian cyber expert wanted by both Washington and Moscow 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z In China, the heat wave has coincided with a three-day public holiday, the Dragon Boat Festival, devoted to eating rice dumplings and racing boats propelled by teams of paddlers. Beijing sizzles under worst heat wave and authorities ask people to stay indoors 2023-06-24T04:00:00Z The report was delayed by a day following the Juneteenth public holiday on Monday. Oil steady after surprise dip in U.S. crude stocks offsets demand fears 2023-06-22T04:00:00Z Connecticut, Minnesota, Nevada and Tennessee have made Juneteenth a permanent public holiday for the first time this year, according to the Pew Research Center. What is Juneteenth? History of US federal holiday and its celebration explained 2023-06-19T04:00:00Z The U.S. markets will be shut for a public holiday on Monday. European shares fall at open, Sartorius plunges on forecast cut 2023-06-19T04:00:00Z The day of mourning is not a public holiday, but rather a symbolic tribute in which flags fly at half mast from public buildings. Italy bids farewell to Berlusconi on contested day of mourning 2023-06-14T04:00:00Z He also predicted that the extra public holiday in May for King Charles III’s coronation to weigh on economic activity. British economy recovers slightly in April but strikes set to keep a lid on growth 2023-06-14T04:00:00Z "This public holiday marks the inseparability of our centuries-old history, the greatness and glory of the fatherland," Putin told the assembled dignitaries. Putin appeals to Russians' patriotism on national day 2023-06-12T04:00:00Z The state legislatures would need to pass a bill to make it a permanent public holiday. What is Juneteenth? History of US federal holiday and its celebration explained 2023-06-19T04:00:00Z The bank could not be reached immediately for a comment on account of a public holiday on Monday. Westpac to layoff 300 workers in business and retail unit, says trade union 2023-06-12T04:00:00Z In February, she pushed through an unpopular decision to scrap a public holiday, which she said was necessary to fund increased defence spending. Denmark's tough lady in play as new NATO chief ahead of White House visit 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z An entire capital festooned with flags and banners in anticipation of the big event, with a public holiday announced so that thousands can — if only vicariously — join the fun. In Jordan, a lavish royal wedding doubles as a princely coming-out party 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z Some affected employees had their leave incorrectly deducted on Australian public holidays, the company found. BHP: Mining giant says it underpaid workers for 13 years 2023-05-31T04:00:00Z U.S. markets reopen on Tuesday following Monday's public holiday, reacting for the first time to a weekend deal to suspend the $31.4 trillion U.S. debt ceiling until 2025 while keeping some costs flat. US markets jump on high hopes of debt ceiling lift off 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z There was no settlement on Monday because of a U.S. public holiday. Oil rises on U.S. debt deal, but rate hikes, OPEC+ talks curb enthusiasm 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z In some countries, May 25 is a public holiday; in others, it’s a day of concerts, food fairs and fashion. Your Thursday Briefing 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z Monday was even declared a public holiday, but now the guest of honour is a no-show. Pacific Islands: Biden's no-show takes shine off US pact 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z Like so many of the other victims, the young women were students returning to the University of Thessaloniki after spending a public holiday with their family. Greek elections: Rail tragedy hangs over vote dominated by dynasties 2023-05-19T04:00:00Z Victory Day is one of Russia's most important public holidays. Factbox: Why does Russia celebrate Victory Day on May 9, and what does it mean for Putin? 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z After weekend of street parties and celebrations, Monday, which is a public holiday in Britain for the coronation, sees thousands of organisations get together for a volunteering programme. "A great treat": King Charles heralds weekend of coronation celebrations 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Victory Day in Russia is May 9, one of the country's most commemorated public holidays marking the anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany. Ukraine general: Russia hopes to capture Bakhmut by Tuesday, steps up fighting 2023-05-07T04:00:00Z Tomorrow is a public holiday in Britain because of King Charles’s coronation. Dozens of Shots 2023-05-07T04:00:00Z So important is the league that in Victoria, the state I live in, the Friday before the Saturday Grand Final is a public holiday. Australia vs. Warner Bros.? 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z Mr Nowak warned that workers in the UK had fewer public holidays than in many European countries. Coronation: Think of millions working during celebrations - union 2023-05-02T04:00:00Z Japan markets will be shut for public holidays for the next three days, missing not just the Fed and ECB decisions but Friday's monthly U.S. payrolls report as well. Morning Bid: RBA shock hike starts huge week for central banks 2023-05-02T04:00:00Z However, organizing the coronation has a huge cost that some reports estimate could run as high as 100 milllion pounds, and an extra public holiday on May 8 means a lost day of productivity. Coronation gives tourism boost, but UK economy still reeling 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z Reuters could not reach the company for comment as it was closed for a public holiday. China probes ex-chairman of Everbright for 'disciplinary violations' 2023-04-05T04:00:00Z Protests kicked off again on Wednesday afternoon with a march to mark International Women's Day, which is a public holiday in Georgia. Georgian protesters rally in Tbilisi after violent clashes with police 2023-03-08T05:00:00Z However, celebrations around the world are usually decentralized, though some countries recognize IWD as a public holiday, including China, Russia and Uganda. Explainer: International Women’s Day: date, history and this year’s theme 2023-03-06T05:00:00Z In 2021, Chinese authorities issued new rules that let minors play online games for only an hour a day and only on Fridays, weekends and public holidays — an effort to curb internet addiction. TikTok sets new default time limits for minors 2023-03-01T05:00:00Z In 2021, Chinese authorities issued new rules that barred minors from playing online games for only an hour a day and only on Fridays, weekends and public holidays - an effort to curb internet addiction. TikTok sets new default time limits for minors 2023-03-01T05:00:00Z Denmark's parliament has voted to abolish a springtime public holiday to boost spending on the military. Denmark scraps public holiday to boost defence budget 2023-02-28T05:00:00Z Moscow planned no special events for Friday, as most Russians took a nationwide day off amid an extended public holiday. Wrecked Russian tank, skull and silence mark war anniversary 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z Shoigu, a close ally of President Vladimir Putin, made the comments in a congratulatory message to the armed forces at a concert in central Moscow to mark Russia's "Defender of the Fatherland" public holiday. West is using Ukraine to try to break up Russia - Defence Minister Shoigu 2023-02-23T05:00:00Z In an address to mark Thursday's Defender of the Fatherland public holiday, Putin also said Russia would keep on equipping its armed forces with advanced equipment. Putin: Russia to pay increased attention to boosting nuclear forces 2023-02-22T05:00:00Z “Washington’s Birthday was celebrated on February 22nd until well into the 20th Century. However, in 1968 Congress passed the Monday Holiday Law to ‘provide uniform annual observances of certain legal public holidays on Mondays.’ The IRS has advice about tax questions over the holiday 2023-02-19T05:00:00Z People in Denmark currently have up to 11 public holidays. Denmark scraps public holiday to boost defence budget 2023-02-28T05:00:00Z Kentucky has public holidays for the birthdays of Washington; Lincoln; Jefferson Davis, the president of the Confederacy; and Franklin D. Roosevelt. How One President’s Day Became Presidents’ Day 2023-02-16T05:00:00Z Many of the gangs operate on Russian-language forums, there are fewer attacks on Russian organisations, and the frequency of hacks dips during Russian public holidays. Seven Russians sanctioned over ransomware cyber-crime 2023-02-09T05:00:00Z Indian markets are closed on Thursday for a public holiday. India's Adani Group says evaluating action against Hindenburg Research 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z The public holiday marks the anniversary of India officially adopting its constitution, making it a sovereign republic. Republic Day: India set to hold colourful parade 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z In Northern Ireland, however, university classes would normally be cancelled on 17 March anyway as St Patrick's Day is a public holiday. University strikes: Queen's and Ulster could face 18 days of action 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z Workers in Denmark currently have up to 11 public holidays; the figure is lower in years where Christmas and New Year fall on weekends. Broad protest for Danish government’s plans to scrap holiday 2023-01-24T05:00:00Z In 2021, they issued even harsher restrictions: Minors are allowed to play online games for only an hour a day and only on Fridays, weekends and public holidays. China keeping 1 hour daily limit on kids’ online games 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z The API report was delayed by a day due to Monday's Martin Luther King Day public holiday in the United States. Oil down 1% on another surprise build in U.S. crude stocks 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z U.S. markets were closed on Monday for a public holiday. Asia shares slip ahead of expected weak China economic data 2023-01-17T05:00:00Z His death on April 4, 1968, sparked a national call to create a public holiday marking his memory. Martin Luther King Jr.’s impact resounds today in Seattle’s Black arts, cultural communities 2023-01-15T05:00:00Z “It is not right for the government to abolish public holidays or days off over the heads of all of us,” the unions said. Broad protest for Danish government’s plans to scrap holiday 2023-01-24T05:00:00Z “Even during the public holidays, she doesn’t spend too much time gaming anymore because she has found something else to do, such as playing with our dog or other toys,” she said. China keeping 1 hour daily limit on kids’ online games 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z The protesters welcomed the government’s declaration of a public holiday and allowing them to hold the rally. Thousands rally in Nepal to seek restoration of monarchy 2023-01-11T05:00:00Z This Lunar New Year public holiday, which officially runs from Jan. 21, will be the first since 2020 without domestic travel restrictions. China's 'great migration' kicks-off under shadow of COVID 2023-01-07T05:00:00Z Both days are public holidays in the country. Ukraine war: Kyiv and Moscow blame each other as Putin's truce falters 2023-01-06T05:00:00Z The Russian rouble weakened on Tuesday against the dollar and euro in the first session of the year in Moscow amid light trading volumes during public holidays in Russia. Russian rouble slides in first trade of the year 2023-01-03T05:00:00Z The area is popular with tourists and families, and Monday was a public holiday, with schools closed for the Australian summer. Helicopter collision near Australia’s Sea World park kills 4, injures 8 2023-01-02T05:00:00Z Russia is currently observing public holidays through Jan. 8. Russia presses its Ukraine strategy, fires 40 drones at Kyiv 2023-01-02T05:00:00Z Treasuries will resume trading on Tuesday after a public holiday on Monday. Stocks buoyant while darker forecasts gather on the horizon 2023-01-02T05:00:00Z The accident occurred on the sunny afternoon of a public holiday near Sea World, an ocean-themed amusement park. 4 Dead in Helicopter Collision in Australia 2023-01-02T05:00:00Z The Russian rouble weakened on Tuesday against the dollar and euro in the first session of the year in Moscow amid light trading volumes during public holidays in Russia. Russian rouble slides in first trade of the year 2023-01-03T05:00:00Z Denmark may cancel one of 11 public holidays in an effort to generate more tax revenue and increase spending on defense. Your Thursday Briefing: The U.S. Requires Covid Tests for Travelers From China 2022-12-28T05:00:00Z “To finance increased military spending in the coming years, the government will propose a law abolishing a public holiday that will come into effect in 2024. Danes must contribute to our common security.” Denmark May Eliminate a Holiday as It Beefs Up Its Military 2022-12-28T05:00:00Z The Jan. 21 to Jan. 27 period in 2023 is a public holiday in China for Chinese New Year. Exclusive: Tesla to run reduced output in Shanghai in January, plan shows 2022-12-27T05:00:00Z But that mattered very little to the majority of Argentinians - this was about enjoying the sun, a public holiday and the moment - Argentina's moment. Fiesta or fiasco? Inside Argentina's victory parade 2022-12-21T05:00:00Z Passengers have been advised to check schedules on Christmas Eve to avoid missing the last trains before the public holiday. U.K. Nurses, Emergency Responders and Rail Workers Walk Out 2022-12-20T05:00:00Z To this end, Ms Frederiksen has announced the government will scrap one of Denmark's 11 public holidays, in the hope of boosting productivity and economic activity. Denmark's new government drops public holiday to boost defence budget 2022-12-15T05:00:00Z The Ministry of Finance wrote in an email that the abolition of a public holiday “would help to significantly strengthen public finances.” Denmark May Eliminate a Holiday as It Beefs Up Its Military 2022-12-28T05:00:00Z Britain's economy rebounded in October a little more strongly than expected from September when output was affected by a one-off public holiday to mark the funeral of Queen Elizabeth, but recession remained on the cards. Morning Bid: 4x50 2022-12-12T05:00:00Z Another sign in the crowd asked Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to authorise a public holiday if the team won. 'No emotion, no social media' but 3am joy in Melbourne 2022-11-30T05:00:00Z The person, who spoke on the condition of anonymity out of concern for their employment, said one sticking point was that casual workers did not get additional pay for working public holidays. Labour turmoil sweeps Australia as inflation stirs 'spirit of anger' 2022-11-29T05:00:00Z Saudi Arabia’s King Salman declared Wednesday a public holiday to commemorate the win. Flashes of Arab unity at World Cup after years of discontent 2022-11-26T05:00:00Z In the past, New York City organizers have called on high-ranking officials to make Diwali a public holiday, but failed to make much progress. The push to observe Diwali in the U.S. — and why some remain skeptical 2022-11-16T05:00:00Z The Saudi stock exchange will be closed on Wednesday after Saudi Arabia declared a public holiday and will reopen on Thursday, state TV reported on Tuesday. One victim of Jerusalem blasts has died - Israeli police 2022-11-23T05:00:00Z It was subsequently announced that Wednesday will be a public holiday in Saudi Arabia. Saudi World Cup win over Argentina unites divided Mideast in celebration 2022-11-22T05:00:00Z In Saudi Arabia, King Salman announced a snap public holiday for all workers and students in the kingdom in celebration of the win. Arab world revels in Saudi win over Argentina at World Cup 2022-11-22T05:00:00Z King Salman bin Abdulaziz declared Wednesday as a public holiday after the Saudi soccer team beat Argentina in the World Cup on Tuesday. Saudi stock exchange to close on Wednesday after World Cup win against Argentina 2022-11-22T05:00:00Z The announcement follows calls from MPs for an extra public holiday to mark the ceremony, which will be held at Westminster Abbey on Saturday, 6 May. Extra bank holiday approved to mark King's coronation 2022-11-05T04:00:00Z On Friday, protests in Barcelona and Athens against the Russian invasion had particular resonance as Ukraine marked its Day of Defenders, a public holiday honoring military members. Far from home, Ukrainians once again take to the streets to protest Russia’s invasion. 2022-10-14T04:00:00Z Some MPs have called for a bank holiday to be announced - either by moving the scheduled one on 1 May to 8 May or creating an additional public holiday. Bank holiday for crowning of King Charles and Camilla not ruled out, says No 10 2022-10-12T04:00:00Z The falls came after stock markets in Taiwan, South Korea and Japan reopened after being closed for public holidays on Monday. Asia chipmaker shares slide after US curbs on China 2022-10-11T04:00:00Z Many Chinese cities advised against unnecessary trips for the public holidays, worsening the impact of COVID-19 policies that have kept tens of millions under lockdown. China's holiday home sales fall 37.7% y/y - private survey 2022-10-08T04:00:00Z Chang has hung 30,000 flags around his "National Flag House" restaurant and an adjacent park ahead of the public holiday that marks the founding of the Republic of China - Taiwan's official name. Chinese civil war refugee makes love for Taiwan flag a dining experience 2022-10-06T04:00:00Z And liquidity in Asia this week will be light due to China's Golden Week break and Hong Kong's public holiday on Tuesday. Morning Bid: A market sweet spot? 2022-10-03T04:00:00Z And though public holidays can be linked to an increase in spending in restaurants and hotels, this wasn’t the case here, he added, because immense crowds made moving about so difficult. Burial fit for a queen, yes, but what of monarchy's true cost? 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z Liquidity in the currency may be thin with Australia observing a public holiday. Dollar powers to new two-decade high on Fed outlook, Russia jitters 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z Bermuda’s governor declared Monday a public holiday here, and many of the bars, banks, restaurants and shops on the trendy, pastel-hued waterfront promenade Front Street were closed. In Britain’s oldest overseas territory, a farewell toast to Her Majesty 2022-09-19T04:00:00Z Many went about their daily business or found other ways to enjoy the unexpected public holiday. Britain says its final farewell to Queen Elizabeth II and 'the end of an era' 2022-09-19T04:00:00Z The day has been designated a public holiday, but the sweeping closures of public services and corporate activity are more extensive than on other holidays as 10 days of collective mourning come to an end. Widespread business and public service closures put Britain’s economy on hold. 2022-09-19T04:00:00Z Monday has been declared a public holiday in honor of Elizabeth, who died Sept. 8 at 96. Britain and the world to lay Queen Elizabeth II to rest 2022-09-18T04:00:00Z The day will be a public holiday, with some hospitals rescheduling non-urgent surgeries, and sporting and cultural events changing their plans. Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral service is Monday. Here’s how to watch. 2022-09-18T04:00:00Z Monday has been declared a public holiday, and the funeral will be broadcast to a huge television audience and screened to crowds in parks and public spaces across the country. World leaders head to London for Queen Elizabeth II funeral 2022-09-18T04:00:00Z That’s because it would be offset by supermarkets, retailers, hardware stores and other businesses closing for the funeral Monday, which has been made a public holiday. Royal fans give London tourism a bump amid UK economic woes 2022-09-17T04:00:00Z The Scottish government advised: "Not everyone is entitled to paid leave on bank or public holidays. If in doubt, check the position with your employer." Scotland prepares for Queen's funeral closures 2022-09-14T04:00:00Z Trudeau also said he’s working with the provinces on a possible public holiday for other workers. Canada makes Queen’s funeral day a holiday for fed employees 2022-09-13T04:00:00Z New Zealand will mark the passing of Queen Elizabeth with a state memorial service and a one-off public holiday on Sept. 26, Ardern said. New Zealand may become a republic but not anytime soon, Ardern says 2022-09-12T04:00:00Z A national day of mourning - a one-off public holiday - will be held on 22 September. Queen Elizabeth II death: What comes next for Australia? 2022-09-12T04:00:00Z WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand has announced it will mark the death of Queen Elizabeth II with a public holiday on Sept. 26. Live: Live updates: Britain to observe national minute of silence 2022-09-12T04:00:00Z Ardern also announced Monday that New Zealand would mark the death of Elizabeth with a public holiday on Sept. 26. New Zealand PM says no republic plan following queen’s death 2022-09-12T04:00:00Z WELLINGTON, New Zealand - New Zealand has announced it will mark the death of Queen Elizabeth II with a public holiday on Sept. 26. Live updates: New Zealand to have public holiday, memorial 2022-09-12T04:00:00Z Elizabeth's state funeral will be held at London's Westminster Abbey on Monday, Sept. 19, which will be a public holiday in Britain, officials announced. Queen Elizabeth's coffin to make slow journey to Edinburgh 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z The meeting also included a litany of official proclamations for King Charles III to sign off on, including one that makes the day of the queen’s funeral a public holiday across Britain. King Charles III Is Formally Proclaimed to His New Role 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z The funeral marks the end of 10 days of national morning, and the day will be a public holiday across the U.K. What’s next for the UK as Queen Elizabeth II laid to rest 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z This will be the second extra public holiday for Britons this year — a holiday was declared in early June for celebration’s to mark Elizabeth’s platinum jubilee, for 70 years on the throne. Live: Live updates: British sports resume, tributes to late Queen 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z “As New Zealand’s queen and much-loved sovereign for over 70 years, it is appropriate that we mark her life of dedicated public service with a state memorial service and a one-off public holiday,” Ardern said. Live updates: New Zealand to have public holiday, memorial 2022-09-12T04:00:00Z The Accession Council meeting also included a litany of official proclamations for King Charles III to sign off on, including one that makes the day of the queen’s funeral a public holiday across Britain. In an ancient ceremony with a modern twist, King Charles III is formally proclaimed to his new role. 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z The new king formally approved a series of orders - including one declaring the day of his mother’s funeral a public holiday. Charles III proclaimed king at tradition-steeped ceremony 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z Britain now enters an official period of mourning that continues until after the queen’s funeral, which is expected to take place 10 days after her death and be a public holiday. Your Friday Briefing 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z Postwar Britain was experiencing austerity and rationing, and so street decorations were limited, and no public holiday was declared. Queen Elizabeth II, a monarch bound by duty, dies at 96 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z The country now enters an official period of mourning that continues until after the queen’s funeral, which is expected to take place 10 days after her death and be a public holiday. Planning for the End of Elizabeth’s Reign Began at the Beginning 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z Postwar Britain was experiencing austerity and rationing, and so street decorations were limited and no public holiday was declared. Queen Elizabeth II, UK’s longest-serving monarch, dead at 96 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z Despite the challenges, the queen pressed ahead with preparations for her Platinum Jubilee celebration in June this year, to commemorate her seven decades as sovereign with a four-day public holiday. Queen Elizabeth II Dies at 96; Was World’s Longest-Reigning Monarch 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z Weekly U.S. inventory reports from the American Petroleum Institute and Energy Information Administration will be released on Wednesday and Thursday respectively, a day later than usual, because of a public holiday on Monday. Oil falls on renewed demand concerns, rate hike expectations 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z U.S. markets reopen after Monday's public holiday, with a rise in U.S. Euro zone bond yields fall as big rate hike bets fall sharply 2022-09-06T04:00:00Z U.S. markets are closed for a public holiday on Monday. Oil prices climb more than $1/bbl ahead of OPEC+ meeting 2022-09-05T04:00:00Z Wednesday was also a public holiday, with small celebrations across Kabul including parades by Taliban forces. Afghan Taliban, a year after U.S. pullout, seek world's approval 2022-08-31T04:00:00Z The de-facto Taliban government has also declared Wednesday a public holiday to mark the day, the labour ministry said. Taliban set off fireworks to celebrate first anniversary of U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan 2022-08-30T04:00:00Z If UK public holidays coincide with Ramadan again, then Human Appeal says it will consider repeating the swap. Flexible firms take break from fixed bank holidays 2022-08-24T04:00:00Z Zelenskiy has not disclosed how the government will mark the public holiday, one of Ukraine's most important, for public security reasons, but he has made clear that it will. Ukraine girds for more violence on Independence Day, war's six month mark 2022-08-23T04:00:00Z The public holiday, which falls six months into Russia's invasion, is often marked with a military parade, but Kyiv, fearing attacks on mass rallies, has banned public events in the city this year. Weary but uncowed, Ukraine to mark Independence Day amid new strike fears 2022-08-23T04:00:00Z Open Monday through Friday, 3 to 11 p.m., and Saturday, Sunday and public holidays, 2:30 to 11 p.m. What I’ve learned about Bavaria in beer gardens 2022-08-19T04:00:00Z Schoolyards stood empty Monday as the Taliban announced a public holiday to mark the day, which they refer to as “The Proud Day of Aug. 15″ and the “First Anniversary of the Return to Power.” Afghanistan marks 1 year since Taliban seizure as woes mount 2022-08-15T04:00:00Z The May data was skewed by the celebrations marking Queen Elizabeth II’s 70 years on the throne, including an extra public holiday. UK economy shows unexpectedly strong growth in May 2022-07-13T04:00:00Z Trading was thinned by a public holiday in parts of Southeast Asia. Oil mixed as market weighs tight supply against recession jitters 2022-07-11T04:00:00Z There was no settlement for WTI on Monday because of the July 4 U.S. public holiday. Brent up as strike in Norway threatens to disrupt oil, gas output 2022-07-05T04:00:00Z Various official events celebrating the handover will be held across the city on Friday, a public holiday. Xi Jinping in Hong Kong to mark 25 years of handover 2022-06-30T04:00:00Z There was no settlement on Monday, which was a U.S. public holiday. Oil rises on market caution over supply concerns 2022-06-21T04:00:00Z The Australian stock market was closed for the Queen's birthday public holiday. Cost of living: Stock markets slide over global economy concerns 2022-06-12T04:00:00Z Schools were on a half-term break and the country also had a long public holiday weekend to mark Queen Elizabeth's 70 years on the throne. UK says it will work with aviation industry to solve travel chaos 2022-06-05T04:00:00Z Although people will turn out to watch the royal ceremonies this week, more might take advantage of the public holiday to go to the beach if the weather is good. Not everyone is cheering the queen’s milestone. Some would rather abolish the monarchy. 2022-06-02T04:00:00Z There was no settlement on Monday due to a U.S. public holiday. Oil prices rise after EU bans most Russian oil imports 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z With two public holidays on Thursday June 2 and Friday June 3 going into the weekend and decent weather forecast, demand for alcohol, soft drinks, barbecue food and ingredients for desserts is expected to soar. Booze, burgers and bunting - UK supermarkets get Platinum Jubilee boost 2022-05-30T04:00:00Z Trade was likely to be lightened through Monday as U.S. stock and bond markets close for the Memorial Day public holiday. Dollar drifts toward monthly loss as Fed bets ease 2022-05-30T04:00:00Z Elizabeth, 96, marked seven decades on the throne in February, and two public holidays have been set aside to create a four-day weekend for nationwide events commemorating her reign from June 2-5. Britain prepares to celebrate Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee 2022-05-30T04:00:00Z Monday to Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday and public holidays in July and August; open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Why cyclists are heading to Girona, Spain 2022-05-27T04:00:00Z Authorities in the country have declared Wednesday a public holiday and closed the streets downtown to create a festive atmosphere. UEFA president full of praise for Conference League debut 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z Wednesday was declared a public holiday, but police, health and other service employees will be working. Tirana gets ready for Europa Conference League final 2022-05-24T04:00:00Z The attack came as Israel marked Independence Day, a public holiday marking the establishment of the country. Elad attack: Three dead in central Israeli city 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z Trade was thinned in the Asia session by a public holiday in Japan. Dollar recoils as Fed douses hawkish bets 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z Characteristic of Ramaphosa’s measured leadership style is his diplomatic response to the strikers who forced him to abandon a speech to mark the Workers Day public holiday on May 1. South Africa’s president confronted by daunting challenges 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z The flash crash caused European shares to fall suddenly on a day when trading was particularly thin due to public holidays around the world. London trader made error in 'flash crash', Citigroup says 2022-05-03T04:00:00Z Markets in Asia and London were closed for public holidays so trading was quiet. Dollar holds near 20-year high, euro struggles 2022-05-02T04:00:00Z Markets in Japan, India and across Southeast Asia were closed for public holidays on Monday. Oil falls on China growth concerns even as EU weighs Russia import ban 2022-05-02T04:00:00Z Ramaphosa had decided to mark the Workers Day, a public holiday in South Africa to mark May 1, by giving a speech to union members in Rustenburg, a mining center. Protesting miners stop speech by South Africa’s president 2022-05-01T04:00:00Z It is not clear how long the new measures will last, but the announcement comes as the city begins a five-day public holiday. China Covid outbreak: Beijing residents must test negative to enter public spaces 2022-04-30T04:00:00Z If the lockdowns haven’t eased by May 1, a public holiday in China, she will have to consider letting go some of her 1,000 employees. Covid Lockdowns Revive the Ghosts of a Planned Economy 2022-04-25T04:00:00Z The dollar was also on the march elsewhere though trade was thinned a bit by public holidays in Australia and New Zealand. Stocks slide, dollar climbs as rate hike concern in focus 2022-04-25T04:00:00Z Indian markets were closed on Thursday and Friday for public holidays. Infosys shares slump 9% as Q4 profit misses street view 2022-04-18T04:00:00Z "The Day of the Sun" is North Korea's biggest annual public holiday. N.Korea celebrates founder with dance, music but no report of military parade 2022-04-15T04:00:00Z Markets in mainland China were set to reopen after two days of public holidays. Asian stocks skid, bond yields rise after hawkish Fed comments 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z Markets in mainland China and Hong Kong were closed for a public holiday on Tuesday. Asia shares hover at 5-week highs, euro on defensive 2022-04-05T04:00:00Z They also show friends handing flowers to women on Women's Day on March 8 - a major public holiday in former Soviet countries like Ukraine but one that was largely forgotten in the war zone. Supplies and a smile: Kharkiv resident delivers aid to besieged city 2022-03-13T05:00:00Z It will be, the government said, the first Irish public holiday to honor a woman. As Ireland’s Church Retreats, the Cult of a Female Saint Thrives 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z There has been no word from him since he last texted her on 23 February - a Russian public holiday - to say he was at a concert. Ukraine: Mother of Russian soldier asks 'Whose door should I knock on to get my child back?' 2022-03-08T05:00:00Z Requests for the patron saint's day to be made a public holiday have been rejected by the UK government. St David's Day: Fresh calls to make 1 March a Welsh holiday 2022-03-01T05:00:00Z The public holiday will this year not coincide with the colorful samba school parade, held in the “sambodromo,” or Sambadrome, which has been postponed to April. Rio de Janeiro is ready to party, with or without carnival 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z Russia was celebrating the Defender of the Fatherland public holiday on Wednesday, with many traders away from their desks, but some trading went on. Rouble slides past 80 vs dollar as West imposes new sanctions on Russia 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z The U.S. market was closed on Monday for a public holiday. Oil climbs on growing fears of conflict over Ukraine 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z The government declared two days of public holidays last week, shutting public services, non-essential businesses and schools. Greek PM survives censure motion tabled over snowstorm 2022-01-30T05:00:00Z In Vietnam, where Tết is a public holiday, businesses close for a week, giving employees time to travel to be with their families. Bainbridge restaurateurs share special family recipes for Vietnamese Lunar New Year 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z The Jan. 26 public holiday marks the date the British fleet sailed into Sydney Harbour in 1788 to start a penal colony, viewing the land as unoccupied despite encountering settlements. Protests, citizenship festivities to mark contentious Australia Day holiday 2022-01-26T05:00:00Z Meanwhile, officials in Athens declared Tuesday a public holiday, with public offices closed and all private business in the city, except for supermarkets, pharmacies and petrol stations, ordered to shut. Greece Snowstorm: Thousands of drivers left stranded as storm hits Athens 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z Authorities declared Tuesday a public holiday, shutting public offices and private businesses except supermarkets, pharmacies and petrol stations in the greater Athens area and on some islands. Thousands evacuated from Athens motorway as snowstorm hits Greece 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z Australia Day celebrations, marked with a national public holiday on Jan. 26, have become controversial because the date is seen by indigenous Australians as marking the invasion of their land by Britain. Australia buys copyright to Aboriginal flag, making it free to fly 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z Trade on Monday was subdued as it was a U.S. public holiday. Oil rises to more than 7-year high on Mideast tensions 2022-01-18T05:00:00Z Mr Swinney said the delay was partly down to setting up the payment process and the public holidays over the Christmas period. Covid in Scotland: Nightclubs still waiting on Covid funding support 2022-01-12T05:00:00Z The weekend, which includes an extra public holiday in honor of the queen, will begin on Thursday June 2, with Trooping the Colour ——the annual military parade that marks the queen’s official birthday. UK plans holiday weekend to honor queen’s 70 years on throne 2022-01-09T05:00:00Z “We realized on the way there it’s a public holiday and everything closes at noon, and we were going to get there at 10 past noon,” he said. Maui Musings: The long and successful road from South Africa 2022-01-06T05:00:00Z Even with soaring infections, some testing centres in Sydney were closed following the public holidays and those that were open had long walk-in and drive-in queues. Australia seeks to ease COVID-19 test rules as cases hit records 2021-12-29T05:00:00Z Friday is a public holiday in the United States. Canada says no potato wart found, could pave way for US exports to resume 2021-12-24T05:00:00Z ATA, which makes parts for Dyson vacuum cleaners and air purifiers, has said all overtime was voluntary, and that it paid double for work on Sundays and triple on public holidays. Dyson supplier ATA asks Malaysia to drop charges it violated worker accommodation laws 2021-12-14T05:00:00Z As things stand, the vaccine rollout will also be paused on the four upcoming public holidays over Christmas and New Year in most health board areas. Covid in Scotland: Will I get my booster jab by the end of the year? 2021-12-13T05:00:00Z Thai markets were closed for a public holiday. Asian shares slide after China Evergrande warns of cash woes 2021-12-06T05:00:00Z Friday's fall was exacerbated by low liquidity due to a U.S. public holiday. OPEC postponses technical meetings to evaluate Omicron impact -sources 2021-11-28T05:00:00Z And because Chinese restaurants are almost always among the few places open on public holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas, they have become the refuge of those averse to cooking the big family meal. What I learnt eating at 8,000 Chinese restaurants 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z If you were hoping that the day before a big U.S. public holiday would bring a semblance of calm, think again. Brace for it 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z The interior ministry in Zagreb was unavailable for comment on Thursday, a solemn public holiday in Croatia. Croatia violated girl's rights before she was killed by train - court 2021-11-18T05:00:00Z Russian authorities were unavailable for comment on Thursday because of a public holiday. Tom Vennink: Dutch dismay as Russia expels correspondent 2021-11-04T04:00:00Z The daily number of cases was likely inflated by a public holiday in parts of Germany on Monday that led to a delay in data-gathering. German COVID-19 cases hit daily record as health ministers meet 2021-11-04T04:00:00Z There were silent protests against the near-total abortion ban in Krakow, Warsaw and Gdansk on Monday, a public holiday in predominantly Roman Catholic Poland. Polish abortion law protests over woman's hospital death 2021-11-02T04:00:00Z Uhuru Kenyatta chose to announce it on the public holiday when the East African nation remembers the heroes who fought for freedom from British colonial rule. How lifting Kenya's curfew may push revellers to get jabbed 2021-10-29T04:00:00Z Many of the days are public holidays, anyway. Moscow announces closures amid Russian COVID-19 surge 2021-10-21T04:00:00Z The measure would create an automatic voter registration system through each state’s motor vehicle agency, make Election Day a public holiday and provide voters with at least 15 days of early voting for federal elections. Schumer announces renewed push to overhaul election law 2021-10-14T04:00:00Z Markets in Hong Kong were closed on Thursday for a public holiday. China property shares pummelled by widening impact of Evergrande crisis 2021-10-14T04:00:00Z Contact tracers found a third of Victoria’s 1,438 new infections reported on Thursday had broken pandemic rules by attending social gatherings on the Friday public holiday and on game day, officials said. Australian state’s 50% jump in COVID-19 blamed on sport fans 2021-09-29T04:00:00Z China Evergrande did not respond to a request for comment on Tuesday, which was a public holiday in China. Evergrande wooed retail investors with Gucci bags and Dyson appliances 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z Asian markets were jittery in volumes thinned by public holidays in China, Taiwan and South Korea. Asia markets, yuan fight to stabilise as Evergrande looms large 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z Markets in mainland China and Taiwan are still closed for a public holiday on Tuesday for mid-Autumn festival while Korean markets remain shut through Wednesday. World shares jolted by Evergrande crisis as debt payment test looms 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z The package’s provisions range from making Election Day a public holiday to protecting local election officials from partisan interference. Opinion | Joe Manchin Got the Voting Bill He Wanted. Time to Pass It. 2021-09-18T04:00:00Z The extension would take the curbs through the fourth week of September, which has two public holidays and during which many people make travel plans. Japan to extend COVID-19 state of emergency in Tokyo area - paper 2021-09-04T04:00:00Z The firm could not be reached for comment during a public holiday. Evergrande wooed retail investors with Gucci bags and Dyson appliances 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z It was also a guarantee of high pay as Chinese law stipulates that employees are entitled to double pay for working overtime on weekends and triple pay for public holidays. Not my pay! Some tech workers bemoan China's crackdown on compulsory overtime 2021-09-03T04:00:00Z They can only play for one hour, between 8 and 9 p.m., on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. Explainer: Why and how China is drastically limiting online gaming for under 18s 2021-08-31T04:00:00Z Minors in China can only play games between 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Fridays, weekends and on public holidays starting Sept. 1, according to a notice from the National Press and Publication Administration. China limits children to 3 hours of online gaming a week 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z Children under the age of 18 will now be restricted to one hour of gaming from 8pm to 9pm on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; and on public holidays. Kids in China now restricted to just 3 hours of online gaming per week 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z They get eight public holidays a year, which is four fewer than the EU average and half the number in Japan. Give UK workers four more bank holidays a year, says TUC 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z With Monday a public holiday in England, other large gatherings are being staged across the country, including the 70,000-strong Creamfields event in northwest England. British music festivals ready to rock despite high COVID-19 cases 2021-08-27T04:00:00Z On April 15, 2020, Kim missed the most important date on the North Korean calendar, “The Day of the Sun,” a public holiday dedicated to the birthday of his grandfather. Kim Jong Un’s mysterious head bandage fuels further speculation about his health 2021-08-03T04:00:00Z The general said Covid would be contained through more vaccines, extended public holidays and what he called the harmonious co-operation of the people. Myanmar: State of emergency extended with coup leader as PM 2021-08-01T04:00:00Z Existing online tutoring firms will be subject to extra scrutiny and after-school tutoring prohibited during weekends, public holidays and school vacations, the document said. China bars for-profit tutoring in core school subjects -document 2021-07-23T04:00:00Z The umbrella body for unions, the TUC, is calling for a new public holiday between September and Christmas. Give UK workers four more bank holidays a year, says TUC 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z Nearly all of the deaths happened since April following a number of spreading events and public holidays. Bangkok closes public spaces as virus surges in Thailand 2021-07-23T04:00:00Z On Monday, for example, all city-run testing sites were closed for the public holiday, a move that would have been unheard-of in the height of the pandemic. As Delta Risk Looms, New York City Scales Back Covid Monitoring 2021-07-07T04:00:00Z KISUMU, Kenya — Before Kenya’s president and other leaders arrived in late May to mark a major public holiday, health officials in Kisumu on Lake Victoria saw disaster brewing. Covid Surge in Africa Raises Fears of a Calamity Like India’s 2021-06-22T04:00:00Z Instead, he released a memo of changes to election law that he would support, including mandating 15 days of early voting, automatic registration and making Election Day a public holiday. Democrats hope a voting rights failure sparks change on Senate filibuster 2021-06-22T04:00:00Z Even in Scotland, with nine bank holidays, and Northern Ireland which has 10 public holidays, the situation is only slightly better. Give UK workers four more bank holidays a year, says TUC 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z His proposal would make Election Day a public holiday, require two weeks of early voting, automatically register voters through motor vehicle departments and eliminate partisan gerrymandering. Opinion | Manchin just got Republicans to admit their ‘election fraud’ concerns are nonsense 2021-06-21T04:00:00Z On Tuesday, the Senate unanimously approved a bill that would make Juneteenth a legal public holiday. Most Americans Know Little or Nothing About Juneteenth, Poll Finds 2021-06-16T04:00:00Z When South Africa achieved majority rule and Nelson Mandela was elected president in 1994, his government honored the student protests by making June 16 a public holiday, Youth Day. South Africa marks anniversary of Soweto student protests 2021-06-16T04:00:00Z But he cautioned that may change if employees do not return by Labor Day, a US public holiday on 6 September. 'If you can eat out, you can go to the office', says bank boss 2021-06-15T04:00:00Z The TUC says all UK workers should get at least 12 public holidays and is calling for a wider debate on the issue. Give UK workers four more bank holidays a year, says TUC 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z All three resumed trading after being shut on Monday for a public holiday. Asian shares rise in early trade, investors eye Fed meeting 2021-06-14T04:00:00Z Chinese authorities in Beijing and Guangdong did not immediately respond to attempts to seek comment on Monday, a public holiday. Operator says China nuclear plant facing ‘performance issue’ 2021-06-14T04:00:00Z The number of new infections is usually well below 10,000 on Mondays or the day after a public holiday, due to data reporting lags. French new COVID cases below 10,000 for second day in a row 2021-06-02T04:00:00Z It is the first public holiday since Covid rules on indoor hospitality and tourist sites were lifted. Traffic surge expected over sunny Bank Holiday 2021-05-28T04:00:00Z Believers will also enjoy large meals with friends and family, and exchange money and gifts - in many countries, Eid al-Fitr is a public holiday. Eid 2021: Muslims celebrate the end of Ramadan 2021-05-13T04:00:00Z Tesla did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Monday, a public holiday in China. EXCLUSIVE Tesla, under scrutiny in China, steps up engagement with regulators 2021-05-03T04:00:00Z Japan’s Nikkei was down 0.3% while Australia’s benchmark share index was off a shade too with a public holiday in five of the country’s eight states and territories. Asian shares near 6-week highs, eyes on Fed, U.S. GDP 2021-04-26T04:00:00Z April 15, called “The Day of the Sun” in North Korea, is the most important public holiday. N Koreans mark founder’s birthday amid economic difficulties 2021-04-15T04:00:00Z April 15, called “The Day of the Sun” in North Korea, is the most important public holiday. N Koreans mark founder’s birthday amid economic difficulties 2021-04-15T04:00:00Z The severe surge in infections follows a two-week public holiday for Nowruz, the Persian New Year. Iran enforces 10-day lockdown amid fourth wave of pandemic 2021-04-10T04:00:00Z Medical workers need “a little rest at last,” said an official with the French city of Strasbourg, which shut down vaccination facilities from Good Friday through Easter Monday, a public holiday. Europe ramps up vaccinations as virus haunts Easter holidays 2021-04-04T04:00:00Z The crash occurred near the Toroko Gorge scenic area around 9 a.m. on a public holiday. Train crashes in Taiwan, causing injuries, possibly deaths 2021-04-01T04:00:00Z Thursday - also known as Holy Thursday to Catholics - was a public holiday in the Madrid region, and its health centers - which are inoculating people over 80 and those unable to care for themselves - stayed closed. Madrid slows down vaccine jabs over Easter despite govt plea 2021-04-01T04:00:00Z Thursday — also known as Holy Thursday to Catholics — was a public holiday in the Madrid region, and its health centers — which are inoculating people over 80 and those unable to care for themselves — stayed closed. Madrid slows down vaccine jabs over Easter despite govt plea 2021-04-01T04:00:00Z People in cities and towns around Myanmar marked the public holiday by again demonstrating against the Feb. 1 coup. Protests in Myanmar as junta chief marks Armed Forces Day 2021-03-27T04:00:00Z Germany usually shuts up shop for three days of public holiday over Easter. German Covid Easter U-turn shakes Merkel's cool, calm image 2021-03-26T04:00:00Z One makes Election Day a legal public holiday and the other requires that all voting machines be made in America. ‘Absolute power grab’: Dems’ election overhaul extends far beyond ballot box 2021-03-22T04:00:00Z In her first public address as president, Hassan announced 21 days of mourning for Magufuli and public holidays on March 22 and March 25, the day the late president will be buried. Samia Suluhu Hassan becomes Tanzania’s first woman president 2021-03-19T04:00:00Z Japanese markets are closed for a public holiday on Tuesday. Asian stocks slip as global rally skids on inflation fears 2021-02-23T05:00:00Z China’s foreign ministry did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment on Friday, a public holiday. China New Year gala show sparks new racism controversy with blackface performance 2021-02-12T05:00:00Z Australians who protest the public holiday argue that it not only excludes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people but also actively celebrates the day their land was taken. Day of Celebration or Mourning? Australia Grapples With Its National Holiday 2021-01-26T05:00:00Z Demands to switch the date of this public holiday - or to abolish Australia Day altogether - are at the heart of "Invasion Day" events. Australia Day: Thousands defy Covid rules in 'Invasion Day' protests 2021-01-26T05:00:00Z Australian stock markets were closed for a national public holiday. Asian stocks set for soft start, dollar mostly steady 2021-01-26T05:00:00Z There was no settlement on Monday as U.S. markets were closed for a public holiday. Oil prices rise as investors look to higher demand seen in second half 2021-01-19T05:00:00Z The date isn't arbitrary, it's the biggest public holiday weekend of the year, when Swedes traditionally hold Midsummer celebrations. Europe's slow start: How many people have had the Covid vaccine? 2021-01-08T05:00:00Z Under its COVID-19 measures, the aquarium will be hosting the event twice a day on every Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays through to Feb. 20. Divers in 'Hanbok' send New Year greetings from underwater at South Korean aquarium 2021-01-03T05:00:00Z It was, after all, a public holiday and not much business was taking place. Brexit Customs Checks Make a Quiet Debut at U.K. Ports 2021-01-01T05:00:00Z A total of 43 deaths of people who tested positive for the virus were recorded, although registrar offices were closed over the public holidays. New Covid strain 'becoming dominant' in Scotland - Sturgeon 2020-12-30T05:00:00Z Low trading volumes accentuated the move, with markets in the United Kingdom and much of Europe closed for a public holiday. Bitcoin’s winning streak on track 2020-12-28T05:00:00Z Traffic was moving only slowly through the port on Friday, a public holiday. Britain sends more troops to Dover to clear lorry queues 2020-12-25T05:00:00Z The country will be under "red-zone" restrictions over the public holidays, with non-essential shops, restaurants and bars closed, and Italians only allowed to travel for limited reasons. Covid: WHO in 'close contact' with UK over new variant 2020-12-20T05:00:00Z The country will be under "red-zone" restrictions over the public holidays, with non-essential shops, restaurants and bars closed, and Italians only allowed to travel for work, health and emergency reasons. Covid: Italy latest European country to order Christmas lockdown 2020-12-18T05:00:00Z The government is planning a four-day celebration that summer, featuring an extra day’s public holiday, with tree planting to be a feature of the milestone, according to an announcement on Sunday. Britons to plant trees to mark Queen Elizabeth's 70 years on throne 2020-11-29T05:00:00Z El Rastro, held every Sunday and public holiday, draws tourists and locals, many of whom combine their visit with a tipple and some tapas in one of the many adjacent bars. Madrid's flea market, El Rastro, shrinks a little for reopening 2020-11-22T05:00:00Z A public holiday at the end of May would be moved, with an additional day off added, to allow four days of celebrations from June 2-5. Four days of events planned to mark UK queen's 70 years on throne 2020-11-12T05:00:00Z In a decree published on Wednesday, a public holiday in Russia, Putin formally ordered the government to work towards a cut in greenhouse gas emissions of up to 70% against 1990 levels by 2030. Putin orders Russian government to try to meet Paris climate goals 2020-11-05T05:00:00Z Australians traditionally gather in bars or in private homes to watch the event, a public holiday. Asia Today: Australia reports no new local cases in months 2020-10-31T04:00:00Z Energy Information Administration is due to release its weekly data on Thursday, a day later than normal following a public holiday. Oil holds gains on shrinking U.S. stockpiles 2020-10-15T04:00:00Z Tuesday was a public holiday to mark four years since the death of the king’s widely revered father, King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who reigned for seven decades. Thai protest arrests draw chants as royal motorcade passes 2020-10-13T04:00:00Z China’s financial markets are closed for a public holiday. Global stocks rise as signs of Trump's improving health calm markets 2020-10-05T04:00:00Z Nepal’s biggest and most celebrated Dasain festival in October is celebrated for two weeks with public holidays. As virus curbs Nepal’s festivals, devotees fear gods’ anger 2020-09-29T04:00:00Z With local "September weekend" public holidays in many areas, the curfew marks one of a set of increased measures introduced to combat the rise of new infections. Extra police patrols as bar curfew begins 2020-09-25T04:00:00Z The dollar held on to sharp gains made on Tuesday, with moves in Asia modest owing to a public holiday in Japan. Stocks down on fresh lockdown worries, banking sell-off; dollar rises 2020-09-22T04:00:00Z Stock markets fell across South Korea, Hong Kong and China, while Japan was closed for a public holiday. Asian stock markets continue the global fallout 2020-09-21T04:00:00Z It was not immediately possible to contact Mulloy or his lawyers for comment on Monday, a public holiday in the United States. U.S. bishop-elect resigns over abuse allegation weeks before taking office 2020-09-07T04:00:00Z New Zealand currently marks 10 national public holidays plus one more for each region and hasn’t added any new holidays for nearly 50 years. New Zealand government to honor Maori New Year if reelected 2020-09-07T04:00:00Z Trading was expected to be light with Japanese and Singaporean markets closed for public holidays. Asian shares cautious as Sino-U.S. tensions weigh 2020-08-10T04:00:00Z Female police officers now patrol on public holidays or celebrations. Egypt's sex assault accusations spotlight social stigmas 2020-08-07T04:00:00Z More closely watched jobs reports from the government, due later in the day ahead of U.S. public holiday on Friday, are expected to show an increase of 3 million non-farm payrolls in June. Dollar on defensive as upbeat data dulls safe-haven appeal 2020-07-02T04:00:00Z Hong Kong was closed for a public holiday on Thursday and markets in mainland China continue their break on Friday. Asian stocks set for cautious gains after choppy Wall Street session 2020-06-26T04:00:00Z Markets in Hong Kong and mainland China are closed for public holidays on Thursday. Asia set to track Wall Street retreat as second wave derails recovery hopes 2020-06-25T04:00:00Z Russia will on Wednesday celebrate its biggest public holiday, Victory Day, with a military parade that was meant to be held on 9 May. Russia holds WW2 victory parade in virus shadow 2020-06-23T04:00:00Z The market was closed on Monday for a public holiday. Asian shares mostly higher, tracking Wall St rally 2020-06-09T04:00:00Z Hundreds more joined protests and vigils elsewhere in the country, on a day that was a public holiday. The Latest: California closes all downtown state buildings 2020-06-01T04:00:00Z Hundreds more joined the peaceful protests and vigils elsewhere in New Zealand, where Monday was a public holiday. World’s reaction to US weaves solidarity, calls to change 2020-06-01T04:00:00Z Sometimes, like last weekend and next, the street-emptying lockdown stretches for four days to take in public holidays. In Istanbul Under Lockdown, Baklava Makers Are Essential Workers 2020-05-21T04:00:00Z Putin is due to hold a meeting later on Monday, a public holiday in Russia, to decide whether to modify the country’s lockdown regime which entered into force at the end of March. Russia overtakes Italy and Britain after record rise in coronavirus cases 2020-05-11T04:00:00Z A total of 97 incidents were recorded on Friday, which was a public holiday for VE Day, including 16 in Scotland. Coastguard rescues soar despite Covid-19 lockdown 2020-05-09T04:00:00Z In France, where Victory Day is a public holiday, a strict lockdown prompted a somber commemoration. Virus restrictions reimposed amid patchwork re-openings 2020-05-08T04:00:00Z But there are growing calls for a public holiday to be held across Germany. Berlin marks end of WW2 with unprecedented holiday 2020-05-07T04:00:00Z China’s foreign, finance and defense ministries, the central bank and the country’s main economic planning body, the National Development and Reform Commission, did not immediately respond to faxed requests for comment over a public holiday. Fearing political dangers, China spent years preparing for this economic crash 2020-05-05T04:00:00Z Japan and mainland China markets are closed for public holidays. Tech-led Wall Street rebound set to lead Asia higher 2020-05-04T04:00:00Z Markets in China, Hong Kong and South Korea were closed for public holidays. Global markets recoil as Trump threatens US-China trade war 2020-05-01T04:00:00Z A festive atmosphere has enlivened South Africa’s streets as the country marks the Workers’ Day public holiday and also has begun easing its strict lockdown conditions. South Africans walk outside as country eases virus lockdown 2020-05-01T04:00:00Z The only national public holiday currently marking German history is 3 October, which celebrates the date of reunification in 1990. Berlin marks end of WW2 with unprecedented holiday 2020-05-07T04:00:00Z Trading volumes were thin with many European markets closed for a May 1 public holiday. Stocks fall further after Trump's China tariff threat 2020-05-01T04:00:00Z The act is commemorated in a public holiday every March. López Obrador wanted to make Pemex Mexico’s economic engine. Now it’s Pemex that needs help. 2020-04-27T04:00:00Z Japanese markets were closed for a public holiday on Wednesday. Asian stocks set to track U.S. gains as virus treatment hopes lift confidence 2020-04-29T04:00:00Z It is a public holiday in WA, so Mark McGowan is in a polo shirt. Coronavirus Australia update latest: Victoria to test 100,000 people in two weeks as 1 million download tracing app – live news 2020-04-27T04:00:00Z It was Die Linke that lobbied for the day to become a public holiday in Berlin. Berlin marks end of WW2 with unprecedented holiday 2020-05-07T04:00:00Z More than half of Australians identify themselves as Christians, with many in past years attending church services or going on trips to visit family and friends during Easter public holidays that run until Monday. Helicopters, fines in Australia's Easter travel crackdown against coronavirus 2020-04-10T04:00:00Z Shanghai’s market was closed for a public holiday. Shares rebound on glimmers of progress in battling virus 2020-04-05T04:00:00Z Postponing the annual public holiday of Songkran is meant to discourage the gathering and movement of large numbers of people. Thailand says all int’l arrivals need virus-free certificate 2020-03-19T04:00:00Z In China, the ashes of the deceased tend to be kept in funeral homes until they are taken to a family plot on public holidays such as the Tomb Sweeping Festival in April. 'There are no funerals:' Death in quarantine leaves nowhere to grieve 2020-03-19T04:00:00Z Monday was a public holiday in Russia, but Russia’s energy minister, Alexander Novak, was called to an emergency government meeting. Moscow got itself into an oil price war with Saudi Arabia, a major gamble for Russia’s economy 2020-03-10T04:00:00Z While supermarkets will remain open, large shopping centres and department stores must close on public holidays and the day before public holidays. Stay inside, don't travel, don't socialise: Italy's coronavirus lockdown rules 2020-03-10T04:00:00Z Most of the victims at the club were aged between 14 and 16, and were enjoying the 8 December public holiday on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Suspects in nightclub stampede tragedy face judge 2020-03-04T05:00:00Z Trading is expected to be light as U.S. stocks and bond markets will be shut on Monday for a public holiday. Asian shares ease off three-week highs as virus fears return 2020-02-16T05:00:00Z There is some reason to believe algos cause volatility, especially when trading thins and the humans overseeing them vanish, for instance during public holidays. Wars and viruses: Are robots less prone to panic? 2020-01-31T05:00:00Z After the United States and Canada warned against travel to China where the new coronavirus is thought to have originated, Australian stocks resumed trading sharply lower after a public holiday the previous day. Coronavirus infects Asia stocks with exposure to China 2020-01-28T05:00:00Z The country is facing a “grave situation” where the coronavirus is “accelerating its spread,” Xi told the meeting, which took place on the Lunar New Year public holiday. China's President Xi holds politburo meeting on curbing virus outbreak 2020-01-25T05:00:00Z Currently, it is Spring Festival, one of China's biggest public holidays, when there is mass migration across China to popular tourist destinations. China anger after woman drives into Forbidden City 2020-01-17T05:00:00Z But this year, Dec. 25 was declared a public holiday. Sudan’s Christians enjoy holiday amid hope for new freedoms 2019-12-26T05:00:00Z She thought that on a sunny public holiday the island would be too crowded. ‘I've seen death in this city, but nothing as sad as this’: how a ferry disaster exposed the corruption devastating Iraq 2019-12-05T05:00:00Z It was voted best public holiday lights display by USA Today readers in 2018. Christmas like a Kardashian and 17 other things to do this holiday season 2019-11-09T05:00:00Z During the week, minors are allowed just 90 minutes a day, an allotment that stretches to three hours on weekends and public holidays. China bans children from late-night gaming to combat addiction 2019-11-07T05:00:00Z Zimbabwe's government made Friday a public holiday and provided buses for anti-sanctions marchers. US sanctions minister amid Zimbabwe protests 2019-10-26T04:00:00Z In Vermont, the first Tuesday of March is Town Meeting Day, a public holiday during which residents gather at town halls to debate and discuss any issue they wish. Voting could be the problem with democracy 2019-10-23T04:00:00Z Hong Kong’s August retail sales were the worst on record as the protests at times forced stores and shopping malls to close, often during peak periods such as weekends and public holidays. Hong Kong leader's policy speech to focus on housing in bid to regain support 2019-10-15T04:00:00Z In Alexandria, the city council unanimously passed a resolution in September to recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day as a “local, public holiday,” said Craig Fifer, a city spokesman. Indigenous Peoples’ Day to replace Columbus Day in the District, other jurisdictions 2019-10-10T04:00:00Z These days Berlin celebrates this annual public holiday mostly for the simple reason that it’s one of only nine granted to the city. 'Thirty years of freedom!' Why David Hasselhoff remains an icon for German unity 2019-10-08T04:00:00Z Parts of the city’s metro was shut down on Monday, a public holiday in Hong Kong, after stations were damaged. Hong Kong protests: first charges brought under laws banning face masks 2019-10-07T04:00:00Z Furthermore, Costa reversed some unpopular austerity measures, restoring four public holidays and slashing sales tax on restaurant meals to 13 percent from 23 percent. A look at the issues in Portugal’s general election 2019-10-05T04:00:00Z Further demonstrations are planned across Hong Kong through Monday, which is a public holiday, but it was not immediately clear how the transport shutdown would affect them. Hong Kong's Lam says 'extreme violence' justified use of emergency powers 2019-10-05T04:00:00Z Cathay did not respond to a request for comment, while China’s Ministry of Public Security, which oversees immigration, did not respond to a request for comment during a week of public holidays. As protests rack Hong Kong, China watchdog has Cathay staff 'walking on eggshells' 2019-10-03T04:00:00Z Labour pledged to introduce four new public holidays in their 2017 general election manifesto but did not mention working hours. Labour promises four-day working week 2019-09-23T04:00:00Z We are the only country in the world to immortalise gambling through our national image in the name of a public holiday. I love you Taylor Swift, but please don't perform at the cruel Melbourne Cup | Dejan Jotanovic 2019-09-11T04:00:00Z Ghana has got a new public holiday - on 4 August. How an apostrophe meant an extra holiday in Ghana 2019-08-13T04:00:00Z Trading was expected to be light as Japan was shut for a public holiday. Asian shares, dollar brace for China GDP 2019-07-14T04:00:00Z Trade in global markets is expected to remain subdued following the Independence Day U.S. public holiday on Thursday and ahead of the non-farm payrolls report. Asian shares near two-month highs ahead of U.S. payrolls 2019-07-04T04:00:00Z A U.S. public holiday kept activity somewhat subdued. Stocks rally again on expected Fed rate cuts; euro on defensive 2019-07-03T04:00:00Z Maharashtra state, of which Mumbai is the capital, declared a public holiday Tuesday and asked the city’s 20 million residents to stay indoors. World Digest: July 2, 2019 2019-07-02T04:00:00Z Then there are those who believe such holidays have nothing to do with productivity - they point to other countries who enjoy more public holidays and are yet are more productive than us. How an apostrophe meant an extra holiday in Ghana 2019-08-13T04:00:00Z A public holiday was declared for Tuesday and the Maharashtra state government, where Mumbai is located, said only emergency services would be functional. Monsoon rain causes wall to collapse, killing 15 in India 2019-07-01T04:00:00Z A public holiday was declared for Tuesday and people were advised to stay home. Rain causes wall collapse in India, killing 15 people 2019-07-02T04:00:00Z Organizers of the recent protests say they are confident that anger over the city government’s failure to withdraw the extradition bill will boost numbers on Monday, which is a public holiday in Hong Kong. Hong Kong braces for big crowds at annual rally to mark handover 2019-06-30T04:00:00Z Shares rose in Taiwan and Indonesia, while markets were closed for public holidays in Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore . Asian shares mixed; election results buoy India, Australia 2019-05-20T04:00:00Z In our series of letters from African writers, Ghanaian journalist and former government minister Elizabeth Ohene explains the politics - and grammar - behind a new public holiday. How an apostrophe meant an extra holiday in Ghana 2019-08-13T04:00:00Z I suggest a compromise – leave in place everything that people like about the monarchy – the ceremonies, the sparkly crowns, the princes and princesses, the flag waving and occasional public holiday – while enacting large-scale land reform. By all means keep the Queen, but can we have our land back? | Phil McDuff 2019-05-10T04:00:00Z While markets are closed in London and Tokyo on Monday for public holidays, stock markets across the EU slumped. Markets tumble after Trump threatens to dramatically increase China tariffs 2019-05-06T04:00:00Z May Day is a public holiday in Venezuela. Venezuela's Guaidó calls for new protests 2019-05-01T04:00:00Z Thousands of people gathered in cities across Russia for what is a major public holiday. May Day celebrated around the world 2019-05-01T04:00:00Z Some people think we already have far too many public holidays. How an apostrophe meant an extra holiday in Ghana 2019-08-13T04:00:00Z Bayer was not available for immediate comment on Wednesday, which is a public holiday in Germany. Bayer supervisory board to meet to discuss crisis: report 2019-05-01T04:00:00Z Monday was a public holiday in Britain and Barclays was not immediately available for a request seeking comment. Barclays to cut investment bankers' bonuses: FT 2019-04-22T04:00:00Z The public holiday began in 1946 when North Korea was under direct Soviet rule. With Widespread Deforestation, North Korea Faces an Environmental Crisis 2019-04-19T04:00:00Z Indian markets were closed due to a public holiday on Wednesday. Lessors rush to repossess more Jet Airways planes, even as... 2019-04-17T04:00:00Z The government has formally declared 4 August a public holiday to commemorate Founders' Day - a celebration of those who founded the state of Ghana. How an apostrophe meant an extra holiday in Ghana 2019-08-13T04:00:00Z Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei occasionally issues pardons, usually tied to public holidays. Vida Movahed, Iranian woman who removed headscarf in public, pardoned by Ayatollah Ali Khamenei 2019-04-14T04:00:00Z It’s the start truncated trading - the first of four consecutive shortened trading weeks, as a series of public holidays in Europe begins with Easter. Take Five: Wall Street calling! World market themes for the week ahead 2019-04-12T04:00:00Z Those groups are fixtures in the mass marches and gatherings organized by the state on public holidays. In possible first, Cuba allows march by animal activists 2019-04-07T04:00:00Z Those groups are fixtures in the mass marches and gatherings organized by the state on public holidays. In possible first, Cuba allows march by animal activists 2019-04-06T04:00:00Z Alibaba did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Friday, a public holiday in China. Rare overtime protest by China tech workers goes viral 2019-04-05T04:00:00Z On Saturdays, it will be cut for three hours and there will be no cuts on Sundays and public holidays. Sri Lanka imposes daily 4-hour power cuts due to dry weather 2019-03-25T04:00:00Z On Saturdays, it will be cut for three hours and there will be no cuts on Sundays and public holidays. Sri Lanka imposes daily 4-hour power cuts due to dry weather 2019-03-25T04:00:00Z Markets in Japan are closed on Thursday for a public holiday. Dovish Fed shift lifts Asian shares, dollar nurses losses 2019-03-20T04:00:00Z Earlier this month Berlin held a brand-new public holiday to mark International Women’s Day, the only state nationwide to do so. Mind the gender pay gap: Berlin women to get public transport discount 2019-03-14T04:00:00Z And there were public holidays, including in Uganda, where the National Young Women’s Dialogue was held in the capital, Kampala. International Women's Day marked across the world 2019-03-08T05:00:00Z International Women's Day is to some extent a German idea, and this year the country's capital city is marking it as a public holiday for the first time. Berliners get day off for Women's Day 2019-03-08T05:00:00Z South Korea’s financial markets are closed Friday for a public holiday. Asian shares slightly higher, U.S. growth lifts dollar, yields 2019-02-28T05:00:00Z The day was declared a public holiday in Pakistan, and pictures of the young ruler dotted the capital Islamabad. A public holiday and gold-plated gun: Saudi crown prince feted on Asia tour 2019-02-19T05:00:00Z Trading volumes are expected to be thin with Japan on public holiday, while Chinese markets reopen after a week-long break for the Lunar New Year holiday. Asian shares in tight range ahead of U.S.-China trade talks 2019-02-10T05:00:00Z Fourteen states and Puerto Rico already consider Election Day a public holiday. An Ohio city is ditching Columbus Day to make Election Day a paid holiday 2019-02-09T05:00:00Z Brazil’s stock market was closed for a public holiday. Around 200 People Missing, Seven Dead, After Dam Bursts in Brazil 2019-01-26T05:00:00Z It is a public holiday in Japan on Monday. Japan's Okada asks Manila bourse to block listing of Universal's unit 2019-01-14T05:00:00Z Liquidity was expected to be light during Asian hours as Japan was on public holiday. Asian shares pause near one-and-a-half-month highs before China data 2019-01-13T05:00:00Z Even if bail were granted, Ghosn would not likely be released until Tuesday given that Monday is public holiday, and all banks will be closed through the long weekend. Nissan's Ghosn indicted on two new charges of financial misconduct 2019-01-11T05:00:00Z With federal workers at home, and the closing of the Smithsonian museums resulting in fewer tourists, the streets had the lonely feel of a public holiday. Washington’s Strong Economy, Financed by Taxpayers, Takes a Hit From Shutdown 2019-01-10T05:00:00Z The explosion happened early on Monday, a public holiday in Russia, when many residents were asleep. ‘New Year Miracle’ in Russia as Baby Is Pulled From Rubble 2019-01-01T05:00:00Z The blast tore through the building in the city of Magnitogorsk, home of one of Russia’s largest steel plants, early on Monday morning, a public holiday in Russia, when many residents were asleep. Baby boy found alive after 35 hours under rubble after Russia blast 2019-01-01T05:00:00Z Bhumibol’s coronation, held almost four years after he was named king, took place in 1950 on May 5, a date that is a public holiday in Thailand. Coronation of Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn set for May 4 2018-12-31T05:00:00Z Monday is a public holiday before the New Year celebrations in Russia. Two dead after tower block collapses in Russian city of Magnitogorsk 2018-12-31T05:00:00Z “We are preferring to stay at home due to pollution despite Christmas celebrations and a public holiday,” said Amit Azad, a financial consultant. Delhi residents spend Christmas indoors as smog emergency reaches... 2018-12-25T05:00:00Z Naspers shares weren’t trading on Monday due to a public holiday in South Africa. South Africa's Naspers leads $540 million investment in Indian tech... 2018-12-17T05:00:00Z In a few countries, among them South Africa, Namibia and Cambodia, it’s celebrated at some point during the year as a public holiday. Human rights 70 years on: Important victories as well as major misses 2018-12-13T05:00:00Z Nissan was not immediately available for comment on Friday, a public holiday in Japan. Nissan aims to nominate new chairman by around December 20: source 2018-11-23T05:00:00Z Road transport is an alternative, but heavy trucks generally aren’t allowed to drive in Germany on Sundays and public holidays. Germany seeks to ease road transport of fuel amid low rivers 2018-11-19T05:00:00Z Markets were closed in Singapore for a public holiday. Asian shares mostly higher ahead of US midterms vote 2018-11-05T05:00:00Z Iran’s foreign ministry was not immediately available for comment on Tuesday, a public holiday in the Islamic Republic. Iranian intelligence service suspected of attempted attack in... 2018-10-30T04:00:00Z As it was a public holiday I was unsure what to do with Oval. I kept telling the cat to stop being gross, but he just looked at me with contempt | Brigid Delaney 2018-10-03T04:00:00Z On this date in 1929, the University of Arizona dedicated its stadium, and the city of Tucson declared a public holiday in honor of the occasion. Today in Arizona History 2018-10-03T04:00:00Z South Korea was also closed for a public holiday. Asia shares turn up, euro rebounds as reports temper Italian debt... 2018-10-02T04:00:00Z Financial markets in China were closed on Monday for a public holiday. Stocks pressured as U.S.-China trade fight revives growth fears;... 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z Monday is also a public holiday in South Africa, Heritage Day, introduced when Mandela was president to celebrate the country’s cultural diversity. Mandela: A life of soaring symbolism, now harnessed by UN 2018-09-23T04:00:00Z On Monday – a public holiday in New South Wales – Oval started making weird noises, like he was burping. I kept telling the cat to stop being gross, but he just looked at me with contempt | Brigid Delaney 2018-10-03T04:00:00Z Monday is also a public holiday in South Africa, Heritage Day, introduced when Mandela was president to celebrate the country's cultural diversity. Mandela: A life of soaring symbolism, now harnessed by UN 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z Claims tend to be volatile around public holidays. U.S. weekly jobless claims drop to near 49-year low 2018-09-13T04:00:00Z Organizers say the march recognizes the achievements of the broader labor movement that the public holiday is meant to celebrate. Unions rallying and marching in Boston to mark Labor Day 2018-09-02T04:00:00Z She said her male colleagues "were allowed to put themselves forward for overtime on Saturdays and public holidays but when I asked to be considered in the same way, I was refused". Worker told toilets need 'woman's touch' 2018-08-21T04:00:00Z One currency trader said Friday’s lira weakness was driven by “the new U.S. sanctions threat and the S&P decision, with position-closing in markets ahead of the public holiday”. Turkey's lira weakens more than 6 percent on threat of more U.S.... 2018-08-17T04:00:00Z The Italian market was closed Wednesday because of a public holiday. Italian leaders demand resignations at company operating collapsed bridge 2018-08-15T04:00:00Z In some parts of Indonesia, it is performed during wedding ceremonies and public holidays and will be familiar to local audiences. Pencak silat and eSports: a guide to the most fascinating 2018 Asian Games events | John Duerden 2018-08-15T04:00:00Z The days do not include weekends and public holidays according to the court rules. Zimbabwe's Mnangagwa moves to stop Chamisa's election court challenge 2018-08-15T04:00:00Z However, stock markets in China and Hong Kong were closed for a public holiday. Stock markets fall amid trade fears 2018-06-18T04:00:00Z The degree of security is so extreme that the city declares match as days public holidays, because so many residents complained about problems getting to work. England camp on high terror alert before Volgograd opener 2018-06-17T04:00:00Z Some residents of the besieged port reached for a semblance of normality on a major public holiday. Battles Rage Around International Airport in Strategic Yemeni City 2018-06-16T04:00:00Z On payday and public holidays, more women come to the hospital with injuries. How the #MeToo movement came to Mongolia 2018-06-14T04:00:00Z Boxing Day is a public holiday in the UK, and it’s a big day of football matches. Amazon scores Premier League TV rights to stream 20 games next season 2018-06-07T04:00:00Z EDT on Thursday, a day later than usual due to a public holiday on Monday. Oil prices dip on unexpected growth in U.S. crude stocks 2018-05-30T04:00:00Z The team’s 2-0 victory sparked wild celebrations across Peru, with thousands of flag-waving supporters taking to the streets, and the government declared a public holiday the next day to mark the occasion. Peru’s Paolo Guerrero Vows to Fight Doping Ban: ‘This Is About My Honor’ 2018-05-18T04:00:00Z Q: Will May 19 be a public holiday in Britain? Wait, what’s this about a royal wedding? 2018-05-12T04:00:00Z The national stock market will be closed on Thursday and Friday after Mahathir declared a public holiday, but the ringgit currency weakened in offshore trading. Malaysia's Mahathir, 92, to be sworn in as prime minister after... 2018-05-09T04:00:00Z Special public holidays were declared for Thursday and Friday following the elections. Asia stocks rise as crude oil extends rally on Iran worries 2018-05-09T04:00:00Z The national stock exchange Bursa Malaysia said trading would be suspended on Thursday and Friday in line with public holidays declared by the government. Veteran Malaysian leader Mahathir scores shock election win 2018-05-09T04:00:00Z Around 27 million Soviet soldiers and citizens died in the second world war, and the annual Victory Day event is one of the country’s biggest public holidays. Russia shows off new missiles and jets in Victory Day parade 2018-05-09T04:00:00Z A: No. There was a public holiday to celebrate the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in 2011, but William is the future king. Wait, what’s this about a royal wedding? 2018-05-12T04:00:00Z Najib, in an election eve appeal to voters, promised income tax exemptions for young people and public holidays if his coalition wins. Malaysians queue to vote in hotly contested election 2018-05-08T04:00:00Z British stock markets were closed for a public holiday. Tech and energy companies help lift US stocks in early trade 2018-05-07T04:00:00Z Markets in Japan remained closed for a public holiday. US stocks start little changed after April jobs report 2018-05-04T04:00:00Z Several overseas markets were closed for public holidays. Stocks slip as industrial and energy companies fall 2018-05-01T04:00:00Z Several overseas markets are closed for public holidays. US stocks slide as industrial and energy companies fall 2018-05-01T04:00:00Z Protesters flocked to a central street on Monday, which is a public holiday in Russia, to rally against authorities’ move to block parts of the internet in Russia. Thousands rally in Moscow for internet freedom 2018-04-30T04:00:00Z Saigon is now called Ho Chi Minh City and April 30 is a public holiday called “Reunification Day” in Vietnam. Boston’s Vietnamese mark fall of Saigon in Vietnam War 2018-04-28T04:00:00Z The April 25 Revolution which ended a dictatorship established in the 1930s is marked by a public holiday, with large parades taking place in the capital Lisbon and Portugal’s second-largest city Porto. Protesting police, military join Portugal revolution parade 2018-04-25T04:00:00Z In 2014, the human resources company Mercer compiled a table of public holiday allowance across 64 major economies. Reality Check: Are you getting enough bank holidays? 2018-04-23T04:00:00Z Markets in France and Germany, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Seoul and most cities in Southeast Asia were closed for public holidays. US stocks slide as industrial and energy companies fall 2018-05-01T04:00:00Z Sobchak held her demonstration on Thursday, International Women’s Day, which is observed as a public holiday in Russia. The Latest: ‘Fearless Girl’ dons blue cape for Women’s Day 2018-03-08T05:00:00Z International Women's Day is a public holiday in Russia, but opposition presidential candidate Ksenia Sobchak was one of only a few demonstrators in Moscow. International Women's Day | Photographs from around the world 2018-03-08T05:00:00Z There is a “legitimate secular purpose”, she wrote, involving the “celebration of public holidays”, and the nativity scene was drained of religious significance by the other items in its midst. Does a memorial to fallen soldiers breach the church-state wall? 2018-03-06T05:00:00Z It found that Mexico - one of the G20 - fared worst, with seven days of public holidays a year. Reality Check: Are you getting enough bank holidays? 2018-04-23T04:00:00Z The fees range from 38 cents to $4.57, with no fees on Sundays and public holidays. 3 Far-Flung Cities Offer Clues to Unsnarling Manhattan’s Streets 2018-02-26T05:00:00Z Israel marks its public holidays using the Hebrew calendar. Date of U.S. Embassy move to Jerusalem shows how even the calendar is complicated in the Middle East 2018-02-24T05:00:00Z With the start of the Chinese New Year public holiday this week, Qualcomm may now delay its decision on raising its offer for NXP until after the March 6 Qualcomm shareholder meeting. Proxy advisory firm ISS says Qualcomm should negotiate sale to... 2018-02-17T05:00:00Z Not until 1994 was there consistently a national public holiday on 26 January, rather than on the nearest Monday. The evolution of Australia Day controversy 2018-01-25T05:00:00Z And Eur-Lex puts Cyprus at the top of the EU league, with 17 public holidays in 2015 - more than twice the number enjoyed in England and Wales. Reality Check: Are you getting enough bank holidays? 2018-04-23T04:00:00Z U.S. markets were closed for a public holiday on Monday. Asian shares slip as iron ore softens, euro near three-year top 2018-01-15T05:00:00Z Is the State Department unaware of the scheduling of Israeli public holidays? Date of U.S. Embassy move to Jerusalem shows how even the calendar is complicated in the Middle East 2018-02-24T05:00:00Z With the start of the Chinese New Year public holiday this week, Qualcomm may now delay its decision on raising its offer for NXP until after the March 6 Qualcomm shareholder meeting. Proxy advisory firm ISS says Qualcomm should negotiate sale to... 2018-02-17T05:00:00Z By 1994, all states and territories began to celebrate a unified public holiday on the actual day for the first time. The evolution of Australia Day controversy 2018-01-25T05:00:00Z U.S. markets are closed Monday for a public holiday. Asian stock markets edge higher; US dollar falls against yen 2018-01-14T05:00:00Z U.S. markets were closed for a public holiday on Monday. Asian shares slip as iron ore softens, euro near three-year top 2018-01-15T05:00:00Z They fall on a Monday, or a Tuesday if the previous day is one of Japan’s 16 annual public holidays. No news, just snooze: Japan's army of paper delivery workers enjoy press holiday 2017-12-11T05:00:00Z Executives of the company bowed before reporters as they reported on the problem, which was announced Thursday during a public holiday. Japan’s Mitsubishi Materials reports faked quality data 2017-11-24T05:00:00Z In 2005, Putin moved the Nov. 7 public holiday to Nov. 4 and declared it Unity Day. Communists mark Russian Revolution’s 100th anniversary in Moscow 2017-11-07T05:00:00Z Time off from the politics to toast chestnuts as Catalonia marks the All Saints Day public holiday along with the rest of Spain. Catalonia's longest week 2017-11-04T04:00:00Z Germany is also marking 31 October with a national public holiday. Germany marks 500 years since Reformation 2017-10-31T04:00:00Z Including park and school names, street and bridge names and public holidays, the Southern Poverty Law Center says there are more than 1,500 “symbols of the Confederacy” in public spaces across the country. A sign on scrubland marks one of America's largest slave uprisings. Is this how to remember black heroes? 2017-10-24T04:00:00Z In a speech posted in an audio clip on local news website regionalwolfsburg.de he also said Germany’s public holidays were generally Christian and should remain that way. German minister upsets fellow conservatives by proposing Muslim holidays 2017-10-14T04:00:00Z The National Day is a public holiday and commemorates the re-unification of Spain and Christopher Columbus's first arrival in the Americas in 1492. Spain marks unity amid Catalan crisis 2017-10-11T04:00:00Z Seoul markets were closed last week and on Monday for public holidays. Asian shares shrug off Wall Street gloom, dollar steadies 2017-10-09T04:00:00Z In Asia on Thursday, trade is expected to remain subdued with China, Hong Kong and South Korea closed for public holidays and analysts cautioning against reading too much into index moves. Asian shares edge up slightly after strong U.S. data 2017-10-04T04:00:00Z That is thanks to Moon Jae-in, South Korea’s president, who decreed an extra day off to join up a series of tantalisingly close public holidays and weekends. As the world frets about the North, South Koreans try to relax 2017-09-28T04:00:00Z In a speech posted in an audio clip on local news website regionalwolfsburg.de he also said Germany’s public holidays were generally Christian and should remain that way. German minister upsets fellow conservatives by proposing Muslim holidays 2017-10-14T04:00:00Z Tangun is still worshipped and his celebration day is the only public holiday observed jointly in both Koreas. Trump misreads North Korea’s sacred dynasty at his peril | Michael Brabazon 2017-09-23T04:00:00Z Seoul markets were closed last week and on Monday for public holidays. Asian shares shrug off Wall Street gloom, dollar steadies 2017-10-09T04:00:00Z In Asia on Thursday, trade is expected to remain subdued with China, Hong Kong and South Korea closed for public holidays and analysts cautioning against reading too much into index moves. Asian shares edge up slightly after strong U.S. data 2017-10-04T04:00:00Z The 83-year-old man collapsed as he used a banking terminal on a public holiday last October. 3 bank customers in Germany fined for ignoring collapsed man 2017-09-18T04:00:00Z Monday is a public holiday in Japan, to observe Respect for the Aged Day. Weaker Typhoon Talim disrupts transport in southwestern Japan 2017-09-16T04:00:00Z By making one day in each year a public holiday for the benefit of workingmen the equality and dignity of labor is emphasized. Here's Why Labor Day Became a National Holiday 2017-09-01T04:00:00Z Wednesday is a public holiday in South Africa and government offices and financial markets were closed. South Africa's opposition calls for dissolution of parliament 2017-08-09T04:00:00Z The date is a public holiday in North Korea and celebrated as Victory Day. US detects signs of new North Korea missile test, official says 2017-07-25T04:00:00Z Bastille Day is also a public holiday in France, meaning businesses and schools are closed. Why President Trump's Bastille Day Trip to Paris Matters 2017-07-12T04:00:00Z Monday is a public holiday in Japan, to observe Respect for the Aged Day. Weaker Typhoon Talim disrupts transport in southwestern Japan 2017-09-16T04:00:00Z Unbeknownst to most, it originated in the United States, one of the few countries in the world where it is not widely celebrated and not a public holiday. 25 Moments That Changed America 2017-06-30T04:00:00Z Wednesday is a public holiday in South Africa and government offices and financial markets were closed. South Africa's opposition calls for dissolution of parliament 2017-08-09T04:00:00Z The announcement was made as the Muslim holy month of Ramadan ended and on the eve of Eid al-Fitr festivities, a major public holiday when Egyptians are busy preparing to spend time with their families. Egyptian President Agrees to Cede 2 Islands to Saudi Arabia 2017-06-24T04:00:00Z Monday is Russia Day, a public holiday, a factor that may boost turnout. Putin critic Navalny, eyeing power, organizes anti-graft protests 2017-06-11T04:00:00Z British Airways was forced to cancel all flights from Heathrow and Gatwick in London over a popular public holiday weekend, as all of the company’s IT systems were affected. British Airways flight disruption was caused by someone unplugging the power 2017-06-02T04:00:00Z Trading activity will be subdued on Monday due to public holidays in China, the United States and Britain. Oil falls as U.S. drilling undermines drive to tighten markets 2017-05-29T04:00:00Z There are a number of high-profile events this weekend and on Monday, which is a public holiday, including the soccer FA Cup final in London on Saturday. Major UK parties restart election push, under shadow of security threat 2017-05-26T04:00:00Z Monday is a public holiday in Britain, and the weekend sees a number of high-profile events such as the soccer FA Cup final in London on Saturday. UK security minister says no specific threat to public this weekend 2017-05-26T04:00:00Z Manifesto: Propose four new public holidays - bringing our country together to mark our four national patron saints' days. Labour manifesto 2017: What has changed from the draft document? - BBC News 2017-05-16T04:00:00Z Schools in New Caledonia were closed for a public holiday on Monday and would stay shut on Tuesday. New Caledonians take shelter as Cyclone Donna bears down 2017-05-08T04:00:00Z In some countries, May Day is a public holiday. AP Explains: What is May Day? 2017-04-30T04:00:00Z Why make a special effort to stay home and vote on Sunday when Monday is a public holiday? Does Le Pen have a chance of winning French presidency? - BBC News 2017-04-26T04:00:00Z A central street was decked with national flags for a coming public holiday commemorating the 1975 victory over the United States in the Vietnam War. Villagers Hold Officials Hostage in Vietnam Land Dispute 2017-04-21T04:00:00Z Draft: Introduce four new public holidays - bringing our country together to mark our four national patron saints' days, so that workers in Britain get the same proper breaks as in other countries. Labour manifesto 2017: What has changed from the draft document? - BBC News 2017-05-16T04:00:00Z The collapse occurred as many people were marking Aluth Avurudda, or the Sinhalese New Year, a major public holiday across Sri Lanka. Sri Lankans vent anger as toll rises in rubbish dump collapse - BBC News 2017-04-16T04:00:00Z Most markets in the region will be closed on Friday for the Good Friday public holiday. Trump jawboning drags dollar, Treasuries down, Asia stocks mixed 2017-04-12T04:00:00Z The day was officially observed for the first time as a public holiday, one that closed the city government, in 2005. America has extra time to file taxes this year. You can thank D.C. for that. 2017-04-11T04:00:00Z |
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