The first analogue of the traffic police appeared in 1918. On the streets of the capital, traffic police posts were set up, armed only with whistles. The duties of traffic controllers included monitoring compliance with traffic rules on city streets. In the 20s of the last century, on the streets of the capital there were over 2.5 thousand motorcycles and cars, more than a thousand trucks, and about a hundred passenger buses, which is a mere trifle compared to today’s flow of various types of transport. But in those years this was considered a large amount of transport and required streamlining. And in 1925, a Department for Traffic Regulation was formed in Moscow, and not only in cities. In the 30s, it was simply necessary to create a specialized organization that would take care of the country's road safety, and the Council of People's Commissars decided to create a state body designed to regulate road traffic. The resolution was dated July 3, 1936, and the government agency was named the State Automobile Inspectorate of the USSR Ministry of Internal Affairs. Since then, July 3 has become Traffic Police Day. In 1998, the traffic police was renamed the traffic police of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation, but due to confusion in the names, in 2002 the traffic police returned its previous name - State Traffic Inspectorate, which is used as the second official one. Compared to the year the service was founded, the number of current vehicles has increased by several orders of magnitude, as well as the duties of traffic police officers. Since 2004, road accidents have increased significantly. The creation of the Federal Target Program (FTP) for this problem helped reduce the number of deaths in road accidents by 20%. Traffic police officers not only monitor compliance with traffic rules, but also supervise the safety of pedestrians and motorists. Their tasks also include checking and detecting dangerous goods, investigating crimes, detaining criminals... Traffic Police Day is celebrated by employees of this service from junior to highest ranks in all regions of our country, and it is also celebrated by support staff. On this day, traffic police officers conduct educational and training events for citizens of different ages on the topic of road safety, conferences in which scientists, politicians and officials of the country take part. Demonstrations and exercises are organized for traffic police officers. On July 3, they thank and reward particularly distinguished service employees and assign them new titles. Numerous events are taking place, such as the distribution of reflective vests to schoolchildren. The images of a law-abiding driver and pedestrian are actively promoted in the media.

For every state there is one most important and solemn day - this is the holiday of its independence. The Republic of Belarus was no exception in this regard. The country celebrates this day every year on July 3rd. This date is dedicated to the liberation of the capital of the Republic of Belarus, Minsk, from the troops of Nazi Germany during the legendary Operation Bagration in 1944. Although previously, residents of Belarus celebrated Independence Day on July 27, since it was on this day that the Declaration of State Sovereignty was adopted in 1991. Belarus declared its independence from the Soviet Union on August 25, although it was formally able to obtain it only on December 25, 1991 (when the USSR finally ceased to exist). But the date July 27 did not take root among citizens. In 1996, a republican referendum was held, and according to its decision, it was decided to move Independence Day again to July 3. Thus, Belarus has become the only state (from the countries of the former USSR) whose independence day is in no way tied to the collapse of the Soviet Union. Today, July 3rd is officially declared a holiday in the state. The main event is still considered to be the grandiose military parade in Minsk. He reminds everyone at what cost the Republic of Belarus got the Victory, what the inhabitants of the country are ready for in order to preserve the integrity and independence of their state in case of danger. The President also addresses residents with greetings and solemn owls. After the military parade, other festive events begin. In many cities and villages of the Republic of Belarus, concerts, competitions, contests, exhibitions, and awards are held for citizens who have made a great contribution to the development of their country. Residents go with their families and friends to parks, squares, and squares to watch and participate in these ceremonial events. And late in the evening in the capital of the state - Minsk, a grandiose fireworks display is sure to triple.

Holidays of Russia - Republic Day of Khakassia

Holidays of Russia - Day of formation of the Altai Republic

Scientific and technological revolution of the twentieth century. marked by many discoveries. One of them was completely synthetic plastic, which was invented and patented in 1907 by the Belgian chemist L. Baekeland. This polymer material has firmly entered the life of modern man. It is used to make toothbrushes, computer keyboards, bottles, food containers and much more. The most common type of plastic is polyethylene. According to one version, it was invented in 1933 by engineers E. Fawcett and R. Gibson from the ICI chemical trust, who 2 years later began using the new material in the production of telephone cables. According to another, polyethylene was obtained in 1936 by researcher E. Fawcett from England and Soviet scientist A.I. Dintses. Today, the material in the form of flexible film is actively used for the production of bags for storing and carrying things. The first plastic bag appeared in 1957 in the USA. Bread was packed in it. By 1966, up to 30% of baked goods in America were packaged in plastic bags instead of paper. The first bags with handles appeared in the 1970s. In Western Europe, their production at this time reached 11.5 million units per year. In 1996, PE bags accounted for 80% of the global packaging market. Polyethylene film is valued for its strength, functionality and ease of production. However, this synthetic material, which fills all landfills, has a significant disadvantage - its decomposition in natural conditions lasts from 100 to 200 years. Bags are part of the 13 million plastic waste that litter the world's oceans. Fish mistake floating pieces of bags for jellyfish and eat them, which leads to their poisoning. Microplastic particles have been found in the stomachs of 35% of Pacific Ocean marine life. Fish contaminated with plastic end up on people's tables and are eaten by turtles, petrels and other birds. Water and soil pollution has become a global problem. That's why July 3 is celebrated as International Day to Stop Plastic Bags. International Plastic Bag Free Day encourages people to think about the state of the environment. According to the initiators of the holiday, Bag Free World, manufacturers around the world should switch from disposable polyethylene bags to producing eco-friendly paper bags. On June 3, people concerned about the state of nature participate in events aimed at raising awareness of the harm and dangers posed by polyethylene. On average, a person needs a bag for 25 minutes, which he spends carrying things, and then throws it away. The toxins released into the air by plastic bags rotting in landfills lead to environmental disasters and the development of cancer among the population. Packages in the ocean cause the death of coastal fish, seabirds and animals. International Plastic Bag Free Day is an eco-friendly alternative aimed at preserving the environment and preventing plastic pollution. International Plastic Bag Free Day encourages all concerned people to opt for paper packaging and reusable carrying bags. You should show awareness and take care of nature not only on July 3 in honor of the holiday, but throughout the year.

Sunlight is the basis of life on Earth. Thanks to the rays of the sun, photosynthesis occurs in the leaves of plants - the absorption of carbon dioxide and the production of oxygen, which we breathe. The sun's light kills harmful microorganisms and prevents the growth of fungi and mold. Ultraviolet light promotes the production of vitamin D, which is necessary for the body to absorb calcium and phosphorus. However, in large quantities, UV rays are harmful to human health. That's why July 3 is celebrated as Stay Out of the Sun Day. The holiday was established to raise people's awareness of the dangers of ultraviolet radiation. Stay Out of the Sun Day points out that the sun can cause many problems. In addition to dermal burns and dehydration, its light accelerates skin aging and causes cancer. Before saying this, scientists conducted studies of young people aged 15 to 29 years old who like to sunbathe. It turned out that skin cancer is the second most common disease in this group of recipients. Stay Out of the Sun Day calls for abstaining from the sun for at least one day, July 3, to give your skin a break from its rays. The rest of the time, you should use products with UV protection, the index of which is selected depending on the climate zone and the time spent outdoors. Scientists remind that to produce the daily requirement of vitamin D, a person only needs to spend 15 minutes a day outside. However, it would be wrong not to mention in honor of the holiday the positive effects of the sun on the body. Back in 1903, scientist Niels Finsen from Denmark received the Nobel Prize for successfully treating tuberculosis using UV rays. In addition, they have a beneficial effect on systolic and diastolic blood pressure, improve metabolism, and promote the production of oxytocin, the hormone of happiness. Sunlight helps heal wounds, rejuvenate the skin and prevent rashes and manifestations of psoriasis, dermatitis and eczema. Lack of short-length ultraviolet rays leads to rickets in children and adults. Compliance with basic safety rules helps make the sun your friend and not your enemy. To avoid burns when exposed to scorching rays, you should use sunscreen creams and lotions with SPF. Clothing in the summer should be made of natural, breathable materials and cover most of the body. Hats and umbrellas will prevent heat stroke, and sunglasses will prevent damage to the retina and optic nerves. Scientists recommend not to sunbathe during the peak of the sun's highest activity, i.e. between 11 and 17 p.m. Following these recommendations is a guarantee that staying in the sun will bring you only joy and pleasure.

Comrades and friends are united by the closeness of souls and the presence of common interests. However, not every friendship becomes public. Often people find it necessary to hide their close relationships from others. For various reasons, this happens in politics, work teams, families, and among students and schoolchildren. In honor of secret relationships, a funny holiday was invented - Secret Friendship Day, which is celebrated on July 3. What makes people hide trusting relationships and close communication? Children often become friends against the wishes of their parents, who believe that a housemate or classmate is a bad influence on their child. This fact makes it necessary to keep friendly relationships a secret from other people. A child who lacks understanding of loved ones and participation in his life can get himself an imaginary playmate. Therefore, children often hide their friendship with an imaginary girl or boy, fairy, brownie or other fairy-tale hero because of the danger of being misunderstood. There are often cases when intrigue determines the relationships between colleagues working in an office, a beauty salon, a car service center or in production. "Who are you friends against?" - this witty phrase is simultaneously attributed to actress F.G. Ranevskaya and playwright M.A. Svetlov. In order to stay afloat in a quarrelsome team mired in intrigue, some employees prefer to hide their close relationships. Having a companion at work, even if only indirectly, helps to stay afloat and makes life much easier. “The theater is a terrarium of like-minded people,” A.A. so aptly described the situation in the creative team. Shirvindt. Actors are forced creatures, largely dependent on directors and producers. The temple of art often resembles a serpentarium due to the struggle for roles, well-deserved titles and other professional achievements. The pieces of broken glass in ballet dancers' pointe shoes, denunciations of complaints to higher authorities, and sophisticated harassment of new directors who join an established theater group have already become the talk of the town. In order to strengthen one’s position and weaken one’s enemies, friendships with colleagues in the trade have to be hidden. This funny holiday, celebrated on July 3, is also related to power structures. The expression “Politics is a dirty business” is attributed to the poet M.A. Voloshin. Victory in behind-the-scenes intrigues, disarming traitors and the success of the struggle for a leadership position largely depends on the ability to find like-minded people, mutually beneficial friendships with whom are kept secret for the time being. In a family, like in a small state, you also have to maneuver between the interests of loved ones. Quarrels and protracted conflicts of some relatives are not a reason for others to stop being friends with them. Mutual interests, childhood years spent together, and simply blood kinship often force one to hide communication with “disgraced” family members. Everyone who is involved in such relationships, which are a secret to strangers, celebrates Secret Friendship Day on July 3rd.

Fun Holidays - Air Conditioning Appreciation Day

Every year on July 3, the Slavs remember Prince Svyatoslav from the Rurik family. Svyatoslav Igorevich is the son of Prince Igor, the same one who was discussed in the famous “Tale of Igor’s Campaign.” The date of birth of Svyatoslav is still controversial. Scientists believe that the Kiev prince was born between 920 and 942. It is noteworthy that Svyatoslav is the first Russian prince to have a Slavic name. Before him, all rulers were called by names of Scandinavian origin. Svyatoslav's father Igor was killed by the Drevlyans in 945. His widow Olga forced them to pay a high price for this. She buried some Drevlyans alive, burned others, and then completely attacked the Drevlyan cities and imposed tribute on them. The first battle with the Drevlyans was opened by the little prince Svyatoslav, throwing a spear at the enemy army. Svyatoslav became a prince at a young age: then his mother ruled for him. Having matured, the young man spent all his time on military campaigns, so in fact Olga continued to rule Russia. The chronicle testifies that Svyatoslav was very unpretentious: he did not carry much food with him, and slept not in tents, but in an open field. Before attacking the enemy, he sent a warning: “I’m coming at you!” The prince's mother was baptized in the middle of the 10th century, after which she tried to instill in her son a love of Christianity. However, Svyatoslav remained a pagan until the end of his life, not accepting the faith of his mother. The campaign against the Khazar Kaganate brought glory to the Kyiv prince; as a result, this state was almost completely defeated. The Khazars for a long time carried out raids on the border Slavic lands, imposing heavy tribute or taking their inhabitants captive. Having destroyed the Kaganate, the Kiev prince opened trade routes to the East for Rus'. This great victory was followed by campaigns in Bulgaria and a war with Byzantium. In 972, Prince Svyatoslav was killed by the Pechenegs. Some scholars believe that this murder was coordinated with Byzantium because the valiant pagan prince posed a threat to the Christian world. Some historians call Svyatoslav the Russian Alexander the Great, the Russian Achilles. This is due to the fact that the prince spent most of his life on military campaigns. Many deny the national importance of these campaigns, attributing only predatory interest to Svyatoslav. The image of Svyatoslav is considered in the Slavic world an example of military valor and patriotism. The Slavs have always honored the memory of the fearless prince. On July 3, they organized fights and games, and initiated warriors. The elder told the young people about the prince’s virtues and his rejection of Christianity. Then they brought demands to Perun at the temples, and the priests prayed for the protection of the Slavic people.

Cuba Holidays - Festival of Lights (Fiesta del Fuego)

Thailand Holidays - Asalha Puja, Dharma Day

Hindu Holidays - Day of Veneration of the Spiritual Teacher Guru Purnima (Guru Purnima)

Funny Holidays - International Drop a Rock Day

According to the folk calendar, Methodius the Sparrowhawk is celebrated on July 3 (June 20, old style). The date is named after Saint Methodius of Patara, a martyr whose memory is honored by Orthodox believers on this day. Methodius lived in the 3rd-4th centuries in Patara on the territory of Lycia (modern Turkey). He was a humble and modest bishop, however, a strong confessor of the faith. Methodius worked hard in interpreting the Holy Scriptures and was an active fighter against the heresy of Origenism. For denouncing idolatry and inducing him to Christianity, the pagans killed the saint by beheading. The people called Methodius the Sparrowhawk, since during this period hunting for wild quails began. Ears of grain crops were ripening in the fields, so birds actively flocked to them, and for hunters they were easy prey. In the morning, the men went to the fields and waited for the quail to reveal its location. To lure the bird closer or to the trap, special pipes were used. On the eve of Methodius the Sparrowhawk, hunters went to the healers for thorn grass. They believed that if you fumigate a gun with it, then all the shots would hit the target without missing a beat. It was difficult to get thorn grass: it was collected on Peter’s Fast at sunset during a certain ritual, then dried. Therefore, healers shared such herbs reluctantly. To track down quails, hunters focused on places where midges circled and cobwebs flew, which is where the birds were hiding. The least likely person to hope was to shoot a bird where a quail call was heard. After the hunt, we returned home and tried to bring at least one quail with us, then the summer hunt would be successful. In the evening, friends and relatives were invited to dishes with game. It was considered great luck to meet a white quail on Methodius Day, and if you still managed to catch it, then for the rest of your life luck was on the side of the hunter. But seeing other birds did not always mean something good; for example, an owl on the roof foreshadowed a fire. If rainy weather happened on Methodius Sparrowhawk, then precipitation was predicted for the next forty days. The clogged entrances to the anthill promised an impending thunderstorm. A spider collecting old webs also signaled inclement weather. Clouds floating high in the sky were observed on dry days on this date.

Orthodox holidays on July 3:

Memorial Day of the Righteous Prince Gleb of Vladimirsky

Memorial Day of the Hieromartyr Methodius, Bishop of Patara

Feast of the Icon of the Mother of God of Modena (Kosinskaya)