The potato chip's birthday is celebrated every year on August 24th. This snack first appeared in 1853. This happened on August 24 in New York state in the resort town of Saratoga Springs. The chef of one restaurant returned a dish of fried potatoes, citing the fact that the customer did not like the thickness of the cut potatoes. This dissatisfied visitor turned out to be an influential entrepreneur, Cornelius Vanderbilt, who was involved in the construction of railroads. Resourceful chef George Croome came up with a new dish for a demanding client and cut the potatoes into very thin slices, frying them in a large amount of vegetable oil. The visitor was delighted with this unusual snack and highly appreciated the skill of the chef, who did not expect to receive such a reaction from the client. After this incident, the recipe for potato chips quickly spread throughout the area. In 1890, a Cleveland merchant was selling chips from his van. For packaging, William Tappendon used paper bags with his advertisements printed on them. Later, this entrepreneur opened the production of chips and supplied his products to groceries. In 1926, Laura Scudder proposed making packaging from wax paper. Thanks to this solution, it was possible to improve the conditions for storing and transporting chips, and customers were able to take products from store shelves in ready-made packages. In the 40s, American authorities banned the production of potato chips in the United States. The decision was justified by the fact that this product belongs to non-essential products. Entrepreneurs staged large-scale protests and presented powerful arguments to defend their position and convince the authorities to lift the ban on the production of their products. These actions brought the desired results and crispy chips appeared on the shelves again. After this incident, the popularity of chips increased significantly. In the late 50s, this snack became the most advertised product in the United States. In 1970, chip sales generated $1 billion. A professor from the University of South Florida has been conducting various studies for a long time to scientifically find out why potato chips are so popular with most consumers. In the early 90s, the professor found that the main factor in obtaining pleasure when eating this food is the specific crunching sound. If study participants ate chips while wearing headphones, they enjoyed the experience less than subjects who were not wearing headphones. Today, sales of such products generate billions of dollars. Nowadays they make carrot, beet, apple and other fruit chips, but they all appeared after potato chips. This crispy delicacy has become one of the most popular in the world. On August 24, chefs prepare this dish according to different recipes, with various spices and sauces. On this day, you should stock up on crispy chips and watch interesting films. You can also come up with your own special recipe for this dish.

Water occupies more than 70% of the surface of our planet and it also makes up about 60% of the human body weight. According to the most popular theories about the origin of life, it originated in water. It is difficult to underestimate the importance of this resource for humans. Fresh water makes up only 2.5% of the total water on Earth. Only 0.3% of them can be called easily accessible to humans. The rest of the water is either in the bowels of the earth or frozen. Africa is the continent where the problem of fresh water shortage is most acute. According to UNICEF statistics, at least 500 children under the age of 5 die here every day from unsanitary conditions and lack of clean water. According to the same organization, almost half of the world's population without access to drinking water lives in sub-Saharan Africa. According to other data, more than 40% of the world's population suffers from a lack of fresh water, and the situation is getting worse every year. Since about the middle of the last century, the problem of fresh water shortage has become global. To attract special public attention to it, activists began to hold Thirst Day on August 24 every year. Water is an essential component of all living things. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that it dissolves both organic and inorganic substances quite well. At the same time, water ensures a high rate of chemical reactions. Although science has long made great leaps forward, scientists still have not fully studied the nature of this simple substance. The heat capacity of water is abnormally high, that is, in order to heat a small amount of a substance, it is necessary to expend much more energy than when heating other liquids of the same volumes. It retains heat for a long time, which determines our ability to maintain the same temperature in both heat and cold. With the help of water, the human body regulates its own temperature. Water acts as a universal solvent for nutrients. If it were not in the body, then the process of nutrition itself would lose all meaning. The human circulatory system, and indeed any other living creature, is a transport complex that delivers nutrients to cells and removes their waste products. Blood is approximately 60% plasma, which in turn is a cocktail of water, proteins and clotting substances. Not a single organ, not a single muscle, not a single cell of the body can fully function without water. A deficiency of this resource leads to death from dehydration. A person can live without food for about 8-10 days, but without water under unfavorable environmental conditions no more than three days. If the lack of clean drinking water is already recognized as a global problem, then many people have a completely logical question: “Where does it go?” In fact, the water does not disappear, it becomes polluted and becomes undrinkable. The anthropogenic factor plays a huge role in this process of depletion of fresh water reserves. In coastal areas where groundwater is actively pumped out, fresh water becomes saline. Waste emissions from various industrial enterprises poison the water, as do fertilizers washed away from the fields by rain. Human activity leads to the pollution of fresh water bodies, but in some countries the problem is associated with over-urbanization, when cities simply do not have enough infrastructure to collect fresh water from rivers. Today, researchers and scientists offer a lot of different solutions to the problem of fresh water shortage - modern technologies for the purification and processing of waste and household water, the use of breeding techniques for growing crops on saline soils, the creation of reservoirs, planting forests along the banks of reservoirs that accumulate moisture and fed by underground springs. Desalination of salt water was also previously included in the list of these options, but the method turned out to be economically unprofitable and even dangerous. The sodium chloride crystals formed during the process do not dissolve when released back into the sea, but settle on the bottom and form a salt shell that destroys all living things.

Melodies that are a mixture of different musical styles and genres, few people can listen to without prejudice. Unusual music broadens one's horizons and perception of beauty, and helps a person abandon existing stereotypes. Most of us find it difficult to perceive the mixing of several styles within one piece of music. To some, such experiments seem to be a violation of the sense of beauty, to others they cause delight and aesthetic pleasure. In honor of such melodies, the unusual International Weird Music Day was invented, which is celebrated on August 24. International Strange Music Day appeared thanks to the initiative of US musician Patrick Grant. The composer from New York chose August 24 for the celebration, since this date falls on the birthday of his mentor. P. Grant wrote music that was a mixture of various genres and trends. No label wanted to promote unusual melodies, so the author had to create his own company, calling it Strange Music. At the end of August 1998, the musician’s new disc was released. The composer urged listeners to get out of their comfort zone and respond to his experiments. Unusual melodies could not be heard on radio or TV, so they aroused genuine interest, which contributed to the promotion of the new album. P. Grant's strange music, a symbiosis of classical, pop, ambient, post-punk and other genres, was liked by many. As is the holiday called International Strange Music Day. Classical melodies are known to stimulate creativity in people, help fight depression and relieve pain. Jazz evokes peace, reggae - complete relaxation, pop music increases endurance, and folk tunes promote relaxation and saturate the human biofield with energy. The impact of unusual music on the body, which demonstrates the interpenetration of different cultures and styles, has not yet been studied. This does not prevent non-standard melodies from evoking emotions and sensations indescribable in strength and brightness among listeners. In honor of the International Day of Weird Music, not only fans of P. Grant’s work will get acquainted with unique works. Other composers also violate established rules, presenting works written at the intersection of different styles and movements to the public. Everyone who celebrates International Strange Music Day will experience musical discoveries, revelations and a whole fireworks of emotions presented by melodies to everyone who is ready to listen without prejudice, that is, listen to them without prejudice.

Since ancient times, outbuildings for storing dried plant stems and leaves have been a meeting place in the village. They slept in haystacks prepared for feeding animals at night. The harvest was an important period in the life of peasants, filled with fun and joy from collective work. After haymaking was over, the grass was dried and collected in stacks, and then festivities were held. This is how one of the stages of the harvest ended in Rus'. In honor of the traditions of our ancestors, a holiday was established - Felling in a Haystack Day, which is celebrated on August 24. Collecting grass into bales ended with nightly bathing, sitting around the fire with chants and telling stories under the starry sky. The initiators of the celebration of Rolling in a Haystack Day suggest a creative approach to its celebration. Everyone can go outside the city to spend the night on the fresh-smelling grass, admire the stars and listen to the chirping of grasshoppers. In honor of the holiday, residents of rural areas allow themselves to take a break from exhausting work, lie down in the hay, indulge in daydreaming and contemplate the clouds floating across the sky. The Holy Day in Rus' traditionally fell at the end of summer. They approached haymaking responsibly - they sharpened cutting tools, put on clean and festive clothes as a sign of respect for Mother Earth, which gave a bountiful harvest. The mowers walked in rows of 5-6 people, leaving behind a clean and even meadow. Women cut grass for the simpletons with the help of spears and the handles of wooden rakes. In every village there was a master who formed haystacks with well-formed tops. All his stacks will turn out smooth and beautiful, protected from rain by proper stacking. Our ancestors dined in the field and spent the night there under canopies made of canvas. Haymaking could last one day, a week, or even a month, during which the grass was cut and dried, and then collected in stacks. Families traveled to distant meadows and fields for the harvest. While the adults worked, children played nearby. All the workers gathered for the lunch meal, which consisted of porridge, black bread with onions, boiled eggs and lard. The housewives treated them to kvass and home-made beer, which each had a special and unique taste. After the meal, the adults rested, and the youth gathered in a circle to socialize or went out to pick berries. During lunchtime gatherings in the hayfield, young men and women often found a mate, and sometimes spent the night in the haylofts. At the end of the working day they went fishing, ran into the river and swam, danced in circles and sang songs. Haymaking allowed the peasants to show their dexterity, hard work, brave prowess and other best qualities. Relaxing on a pile of grass helped me relax after a day's work and put my thoughts and feelings in order. To repeat the experience of our ancestors and reunite with nature calls for the Day of Rolling in a Haystack.

Thermal treatment of food products for long-term storage in tins began to be practiced from the beginning of the 19th century. On August 25, 1810, the Englishman Peter Durand received a patent for containers for canned food, immediately selling it to two industrialists involved in supplying provisions to the British army and navy. Food was indeed stored in tin cans for a long time, but opening them, especially in camp conditions, was very difficult. The manufacturer suggested that buyers of canned goods use a hammer and chisel or chisel for these purposes. These tools were perfect for opening the first cans, made of wrought iron and lined with tin. However, this method was too complex and dangerous. A convenient and practical can opener appeared in 1858 in the USA. The device was patented by Ezra Warner. The product consisted of a handle and two blades: a sharp straight one for piercing a jar and a curved one for cutting the lid. A holiday was established in honor of the invention, which resembled a hybrid of a bayonet and a sickle. August 24th is Can Opener Day. The first products had a handle that looked like a bull's head. Later, manufacturers decided to abandon the Bul'ls Head and in 1870 settled on a simpler and more practical design. This model has survived to this day. But people continued to improve canning knives, wanting to make them more convenient for use in everyday life. Therefore, in the 1920s. A rotating cutter was introduced into the design of the products. The invention of the crank with a gear wheel belongs to Charles Arthur Bunker from the USA. In 1931, an electric can opener appeared that could open up to 20 cans within a minute. In honor of Can Opener Day, it is customary to remember not only Ezra Warner, but also another inventor - the Englishman Robert Yates. He received a patent for a can opener in 1855. Yates opened cans of stew for free in his grocery store, thus advertising the store and acquiring regular customers. In the middle of the 19th century. information did not spread as quickly as in the 21st century. Therefore, the question of who was the craftsman who first invented the can opener remains open to this day. Devices for opening cans are found in the kitchen of every home. The classic model is used for uncorking beer bottles, cracking nuts and for other purposes. Back in 1866, an inventor from New York, Ostehoudt, patented a canning jar equipped with a lever-opener. When you turn the key, the lid rolls up. A ring-shaped lever turned out to be a cheaper and more convenient method than using a knife, but it was only in the 1990s that people began to open cans with it en masse. Therefore, paying tribute to tradition and the “classics of the genre,” admirers of Ezra Warner’s invention celebrate August 24 as Can Opener Day.

People experience several meteor showers throughout the year, but one of the most intense falls occurs in July and August. At this time, from 100 to 150 meteorites burn up in the sky every minute. This means that people who believe in omens have enough time to make their cherished wish.

Every year on August 24, Estonia solemnly celebrates Pärtel Day, thus welcoming the first day of autumn. This folk holiday dates back to the 18th century and is still dearly loved by Estonians, who believe that on this day Pärtel “throws a cold stone into the water,” causing the reservoirs to become cold and it is impossible to swim in them until summer arrives. Like many Estonian folk holidays, Pärtel Day is associated with weather events and has many customs and signs. For example, from ancient times, Estonians determined the weather for the entire coming autumn based on the weather on this day. Interestingly, this holiday was previously called the Mother of Rye or the Mother of Sowing. Previously, in order not to bring disaster to your harvest, it was strictly forbidden to sow on this day, and the rye harvest was also completed by August 24th. But on Pärtel Day, sheep are sheared to this day. It is believed that a sheep sheared on this day will certainly produce long and beautiful wool by next year. Even on the first day of autumn, hops are collected, which are called “Pyartelevsky” and are especially valued by brewers. The fact is that with the onset of cold weather, the hops are filled with juices and acquire a special bitterness. Beer brewed on this day is served on Christmas and New Year's Eve. Also, with the arrival of autumn, they begin harvesting potatoes and cabbage, pumping out honey and continuing to harvest spring crops. On Pärtel Day, large fair days with folk festivals, contests and competitions are held in Estonia. A rich harvest is displayed on the shelves, and tastings of honey, cheese and beer drinks are held. Local residents, to the accompaniment of a folk orchestra, organize colorful processions through the streets in national costumes, perform folk dances and songs, which attract a large number of tourists. Since the time of autumn frosts begins in Estonia on August 24, this day also solemnly marks the closing of the beach season.

In 1869, on August 24, Cornelius Swerthout, a resident of the city of Troy, a citizen of the United States, was granted a patent. This patent was in the field of cooking. K.Swerthout invented a frying pan for baking waffles. The frying pan was a special double-sided frying pan, had a square shape, was used on a simple stove and consisted of a tray and a lid. This invention had to be constantly turned over to ensure even browning of the waffles, but the waffles in such a frying pan turned out soft and thin, without crunch. This invention helped in baking real American waffles, which have a difference in the dough recipe - slaked soda was added to the dough, unlike classic waffles (the classic waffle recipe involves the use of yeast). Since then, on August 24th, all waffle lovers in the United States of America celebrate “National Waffle Day.” Among Americans, waffles are considered a favorite breakfast; waffles are consumed with various additives and syrups. In American restaurants and coffee, waffles are a dessert served with various, sometimes unusual, additives. On the day of the national holiday, many American coffee shops offer a discount to customers who take the famous American waffle dessert. In honor of this sweet dessert, the Waffle House restaurant chain was opened in the United States in 1955, where waffles and maple syrup are always the constant dessert. American waffles can also be used in US restaurants and cafes as a side dish for meat. Any edible product can be added to waffles, from sweet jam to pate and fish. Almost every American family has its own family recipe for waffles. On National Waffle Day, there is a large influx of people in restaurants and coffee shops; tables are booked in advance. On this day, all Americans prepare waffles everywhere throughout the United States of America. All kinds of local festivals, fairs and celebrations are organized. People also celebrate National Waffle Day with their families by eating huge amounts of baked waffles and drinking sweet tea. American waffles are distinguished by their shape and pattern, which resembles a honeycomb. Currently, waffles are the national dish of the United States of America, which every visiting tourist should try.

Throughout its history, Ukraine has fought for independence. Over the years, various countries have constantly taken the territory of Ukraine under their control, but the population of the country has always considered themselves a separate people who have the right to their own separate state with their own attributes of statehood - a flag, traditions, coat of arms, anthem, Constitution, their own Ukrainian cuisine, tongue and so on. After the collapse of the USSR, Ukraine had every chance to finally become a sovereign power. This happened on August 24, 1991. Since July 1990, Ukraine has been getting closer and closer to this day, but in August 1991, Ukraine legally, with the holding of a Referendum, became independent. Since then, every year Ukrainians all over the world, not only in Ukraine, celebrate their Independence Day. On this day, state yellow-blue flags are raised at all government institutions, a state holiday is declared - citizens of Ukraine receive their legal, holiday day off. On August 24, stages are set up in cities, concerts and various entertainment events are held. Competitions and various promotions are often organized. In large cities of the country, fireworks displays are certainly organized on August 24th. The purpose of the holiday is quite obvious - to unite the spirit of the country's citizens, to cultivate patriotism and faith in the best. On this day, people have fun and remember the history of the country's formation. Museums often organize exhibitions with photo reports so that Ukrainians remember their history. In the capital of the country - Kyiv - there is always a festive procession to mark the anniversary of the Independence of Ukraine. In other cities of Ukraine, public and municipal organizations organize a parade of so-called “vyshyvankas” (shirts and blouses embroidered in folk motifs) - people wear traditional clothes of the country. In a word, the holiday is always bright, cheerful and cheerful. Often on this day you can taste national cuisine on the streets of cities and other settlements, because on this day many tourists visit Ukraine. You can feel the unity of the citizens of Ukraine, get a boost of energy, and experience the hospitality of this people on any day of the year, however, on Independence Day, every guest has a chance to gain a piece of knowledge about the real Ukraine.

Constitution Day in Georgia

On August 24, the entire Catholic world celebrates the Feast of Saint Bartholomew. Bartholomew is one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ, who was called by him fourth, after Andrew, Peter and Philip. Bartholomew was born in Cana of Galilee in the 1st century BC. He began his missionary activity after the Ascension of Christ. He preached the Gospel together with the Apostle Philippi and his sister Mariamne in the cities of Asia Minor, India and Armenia. Bartholomew had the gift of healing the sick and possessed. First, in the city of Hierapolis, Bartholomew healed a man who had been blind for 40 years. Crowds of sick people began to come to the saint’s house, freed from their serious illnesses. But the authorities did not like the sermons of the apostles and Bartholomew, Philip and Mariamne were executed by crucifixion. But during the execution a terrible earthquake began and the pagans, frightened, removed the saints from the crosses. Philip was already dead by that time. Bartholomew and Mariam brought the word of God to Armenia. It was here, in honor of Bartholomew, that the temple in Albak was erected. According to legend, the saint healed the Armenian king Sanatruk and his son Trdat from terrible leprosy. Bartholomew was also killed in Armenia by the king's brother Astyages. He was prompted to take this step by hostile pagan priests. At first the saint was crucified upside down, but even the terrible torment did not prevent him from continuing his sermons. But the bloodthirsty executioners did not stop there. They took the apostle down from the cross and tore the skin off Bartholomew's body while he was still alive. After this he was beheaded. This explains the image of the saint on icons with scarlet skin and with a knife in his hand. There are several versions of the saint's burial. Some historians say that it rests near the city of Albana, identifying it with modern Baku. Others are inclined to believe that the apostle's grave was located in the east of modern Turkey. But there is a legend that Bartholomew’s body was thrown into the sea by the pagans, and was found on the shore of the Italian island of Lipari. The saint continued to work miracles even after his death. Several strong men were unable to lift the saint’s body, which the children who came running easily did. According to this version, the remains of Bartholomew rest on Fr. Lipari. In one of the temples of the city, a figure of the saint made of gold and silver was exhibited. And every year in ancient times, the celebration of Bartholomew’s Day began with the carrying of this statue through the streets. Around 410, the saint's relics were recovered and were transferred from temple to temple several times. But since the 10th century, some of the relics have been constantly kept in the Roman Church of San Bartolomeo, some in monasteries on Mount Athos, and some in the Cathedral of the Holy Myrrh-Bearing Women in Baku. Despite the torment that the apostle had to experience during his life, the celebration in his honor is celebrated noisily and cheerfully. This folk holiday is especially loved in Italy. Festive masses are held in churches. There are real folk festivities on the streets. Sack running competitions, tug of war, performances by various groups and a religious orchestra. Those interested can visit exhibitions and performances. Large fairs are organized where manufacturers from all over the country come to treat people with their products. In the evening, Italians prepare a festive table at home so that the whole family can gather around it.

Evpatiy Kolovrat Day is celebrated on August 24. On the same day, Orthodox Christians honor the memory of the martyr Euplus of Catania, who preached the word of God in early Christian times. This man was a Sicilian archdeacon who lived in the city of Catana during the 3rd-4th centuries (more exact dates are not known). The clergyman never parted with his Gospel; he constantly preached and spread the Christian faith among pagan peoples. The archdeacon was captured during one of his sermons, after which he was thrown into prison and then beheaded. In Rus', this saint is held in high esteem; in his honor, at different times, Orthodox churches were built in Moscow and other cities. And yet, our people are closer to their hero - the epic hero Evpatiy Kolovrat, glorified in legends and tales. They say that this warrior was a prince and ruled in Ryazan, he lived in the 13th century and defended his lands from the constant raids of the Mongol-Tatar horde. Glory to Evpatiy Kolovrat came after one of the decisive battles, when he himself personally destroyed many enemy horsemen. Unfortunately, the forces of the detachment of the Ryazan prince and Batu Khan were unequal. Evpatiy fought to the last and died in battle like a hero. The khan himself was so amazed by the courage and courage of his opponent that he allowed the prince’s body to be given to his soldiers so that they would bury the hero with full honors. There are many beliefs and superstitions associated with the day of Evpatiy Kolovrat. Our ancestors believed that on August 24, a ghostly white horse appeared in the swamps, silently moving along the ground. There were even brave souls who tried to catch and ride him, however, no one succeeded. They say the horse rushed over the earth, trying to find its lost rider. At night he appeared in the cemetery, stood over the graves and pitifully kicked the ground, as if mourning the dead. According to a long-standing belief, in the place where a white horse suddenly appeared, a battle or massacre later took place. On the day of Evpatiy Kolovrat it was forbidden to drink alcohol. Those people who violated this ban had their dead relatives appear at night to shame and scold them. It was possible to work exhaustively on this holiday. As a rule, peasants began to shear their sheep so that their wool had time to grow back before the onset of the first cold days. Folk signs associated with Evpatiy Kolovrat Day:

By tradition, the Day of the Internal Troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs throughout Kyrgyzstan is held annually at the end of summer - August 24. The holiday has an official status assigned at the state level. The resolution on its introduction was adopted by the country's government in 2006. Politicians pursued the goal of uniting the military personnel in spirit, instilling in them loyalty to their cause, duty and people. BB representatives perform an important function in the country. They are entrusted with the protection of objects of high national importance, correctional colonies and other sensitive institutions. Police officers also perform other tasks: The ceremony begins with a minute of silence, which is dedicated to the memory of police officers who gave their lives in the selfless performance of their professional duties. Next comes the solemn part of the program - processions and parades are held in all regions of Kyrgyzstan, the sounds of music are heard, and a joyful atmosphere is in the air. From the stands, speeches of gratitude are heard from politicians, public figures, and cultural representatives, in which they mention the annual merits and achievements of honorable soldiers. It is also customary to lay wreaths and flowers at memorials of glory. The idea of ​​creating a holiday arose after the events of 1999, when gangs that attacked residents of the southern regions of the country were neutralized by internal troops. Representatives of the explosive brigade destroyed terrorists of international class and were nominated for awards. Since the victorious battle took place on the August night from the 23rd to the 24th, this was the date chosen by the government to approve the holiday.

Orthodox holidays on August 24:

Memorial Day of the Hieromartyr Euplus of Catania