Songs in the chanson genre are popular among a large audience of Russian listeners. However, the composition “The Third of September,” written by composer I. Krutoy to the verses of Yu. Nikolaev, literally deserved nationwide love. The song became the calling card of the performer - Mikhail Shufutinsky. In honor of this lyrical composition, a funny holiday was established on September 3 - Shufutin's Day. The song "The Third of September" was first performed in 1993. A year before that, the artist M. Shufutinsky returned from emigration and began to actively tour the country. His repertoire included musical compositions that immediately appealed to the Russian public: “The Jewish Tailor”, “The Night Guest”, better known as “Knives”, “Stand Like This”, etc. However, it was “The Third of September” that became a real hit, an endless source of jokes and memes. By 2017, the number of photoshopped portraits of the singer had reached a critical level, but this did not upset him. Internet users even joke that they begin to hear Shufutinsky’s steps towards the calendar on September 2. The dramatic plot is based on the separation of the lyrical hero from his beloved woman. The singer denies the autobiographical nature of the song, although I. Nikolaev was aware of the nuances of the performer’s personal life. Moreover, the date is not something significant for the author of poetry and chansonnier. It’s just that the phrase “third of September” fits the line better. Although over time, the day still became significant for the artist - two years after the first performance of the song, his first grandson was born. Shufutinsky believes that the main reason for the popularity of the hit is that many listeners recognize themselves and the circumstances of their own lives in its hero. The success of “The Third of September” among the public is explained by the easily memorable motive and the artist’s sensual performance of the composition. The hit has long become a symbol of the beginning of autumn, and thanks to it, the attributes - a yellow leaf, rowan bonfires and a calendar with a significant date marked in it. The hit "The Third of September" has acquired a large number of cover versions and modern versions. The song is covered in rock style, in the spirit of the Brazilian bossa nova and the Jamaican musical genre Ska. On September 3, flash mobs are held in many Russian cities. Thus, in 2018, residents of Krasnoyarsk painted 300 images of M. Shufutinsky’s face for the significant date, and in Voronezh they made a portrait of a chansonnier from cars. By tradition, every year on September 3, all radio stations broadcast the song that brought the artist such popularity. And fans of his talent celebrate a lyrical and sad holiday - Shufutin’s Day.

Residents of many countries around the world, peaceful citizens of their cities - adults and children - suffer from terrorist attacks every year. Unfortunately, such a measure of revenge or influence on the government still takes place in our world today. Terrorism is an inhumane phenomenon, stupid in nature and absolutely unnecessary, but it exists. Russia also suffers from it. Explosions, hostage-taking and other acts of retaliation occur in certain cities. We all remember the seizure of a school in Beslan in 2004, on that day about 300 people died, 150 of whom were children - one of the dark days in the history of Russia, we remember how in 2002 an armed group of terrorists held the audience of the musical "Nord Ost" hostage in Moscow is notorious for the attack in Nalchik. Recent explosions in the metro in St. Petersburg, explosions in the Moscow metro. In short, the population of the country suffers greatly from terrorist attacks. And, as sad as it is to realize, he suffers quite regularly. Since 2005, it was decided to introduce a Day of Solidarity in the Fight against Terrorism in Russia. This day commemorates the day of the capture of children at the Beslan school. On this day, we remember everyone who fell victim as a result of the inhumane acts of non-humans. They remember law enforcement officers and rescue organizations who were involved in saving the population and eliminating the consequences of terrorist situations, who gave their lives for the sake of the lives of others. On September 3, they actively hold events aimed at promoting actions to prevent terrorist acts. People are taught to behave correctly in dangerous situations, to promptly report suspicious findings in crowded places to the relevant authorities. Unfortunately, today terrorism is a mass phenomenon, the victim of which can be absolutely any inhabitant of the planet. Russia's policy today is aimed at preventing such acts and strictly suppressing them. And all citizens of the country must understand how important it is to be vigilant in this regard always, every minute. After all, the lives of you, your children and your loved ones depend on it. So, September 3 every year is the day when, for preventive purposes, work is carried out with the population of the country, the goal of which is to teach them how to behave correctly during various atypical, dangerous situations. Without giving in to panic, make the right decisions and report all suspicions to law enforcement agencies. After all, everyone’s behavior in such a situation should be aimed at a common cause - eliminating the very possibility of committing a terrorist act.

Warmth in our homes, comfort in the form of a gas pipeline, fuel for our cars, raw materials for the manufacture of many construction and other materials - all this is the merit of workers in the oil, gas and fuel industries. This greatest work is hardly appreciated by humanity - today it is impossible to imagine the life of a civilized society without these attributes of life. We cook food, heat apartments and houses, move around the planet - and often don’t think about who we need to be grateful for these benefits. How many people sacrifice their health, and sometimes even their lives, to extract and refine oil. How much we should be grateful for the blue light burning in our homes, making it possible to cook food or heat the room. Since 1980, in the USSR it was customary to celebrate the first Sunday of September as the Day of Gas and Oil Industry Workers; the holiday was popularly called “Oilman’s Day”. The USSR is long gone, but the holiday remains - ever since then, all countries of the former USSR and neighbors that have developed this industry celebrate the day of workers in these industries. So, on the first weekend of September, concerts are held in cities whose city-forming enterprises are oil or gas institutions. The oil and gas industry today occupy leading positions in the economic development of any state. In those countries in which there are enterprises for the extraction and processing of oil and gas, they work to meet their own needs, and also extract raw materials for sale to other countries. Thus, it is always one of the most productive economic sectors in the country. The heads of state also express their gratitude to the workers of the oil, fuel and gas industries from television screens. Today, Oil Worker's Day is regularly celebrated by residents of Russia, Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Azerbaijan and other countries. Festive events, banquets, meetings of colleagues, concerts with the participation of famous performers - these are the main points of celebrating this day. Of course, on this day it is also customary to remember all those who laid down their lives and health; they remember and thank the famous heroes of the profession, because extracting resources from the bowels of the earth is always very dangerous.

In 1999, Lake Baikal Day was established, celebrated not only throughout Russia, but also abroad. The coordinator of this holiday was the organization “Baikal Ecological Wave”. Since 2015, the date of honoring the ancient lake has been moved to the first Sunday in September. Festivals, sporting events, flash mobs and quests are held throughout the country, allowing you to learn new things about the history of the lake. Scientific communities studying the Baikal ecosystem organize exhibitions and lectures. The festival coordinators organize exhibitions of photographs dedicated to the flora and fauna of the region. Schools in the Baikal region teach geography lessons about the famous lake. Volunteers conduct cleanup days on the shores of Lake Baikal. It has become a good tradition to organize outdoor plein airs on the lake shore. Whatever events are held, their goal is the same - to draw attention to the issues of pollution of the ancient Lake Baikal. Lake Baikal, whose age is estimated at tens of millions of years, is sometimes called the sea. This can easily be explained by the fact that it is the deepest in the world. The lake was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996 due to its outstanding freshwater ecosystem. Controversy continues around it in the global scientific community. Thus, the history of its appearance and name, the mechanism of the formation of special Baikal ice, remains in question. But not only scientists strive to learn the secrets of the lake. Dozens of ufologists and paranormal researchers flock to the shores of Lake Baikal in search of answers to the age-old mysteries of the mystical reservoir. Since ancient times, Lake Baikal has been considered magical, sacred, capable of punishing its offenders. The purity of lake waters depends entirely on the microscopic crustacean, which passes the liquid through itself and cleanses it of organic matter. The natural diamond Baikal is also known for the fact that it has unique flora and fauna. Humans are having a detrimental impact on this invaluable ecosystem. Illegal harvesting of endemic species (species distributed only in this area), hunting, poaching, cutting down trees and shrubs is punishable by law. However, even such drastic measures cannot stop the anthropogenic impact on the lake. The Selenga River, which flows into the reservoir, contributes the largest share of pollution from Mongolia and Ulan-Ude. Thousands of tourists leaving traces of their stay also affect the cleanliness of the lake and its coast. The worst consequence of such guests for Lake Baikal is forest fires that destroy an already fragile ecosystem. Activities to cleanse the reservoir and protect its ecosystem began quite recently, so Baikal Day should reach and educate more and more people every year.

Until 2020, this memorable date was celebrated on September 2. For many years, residents of the vast Soviet Union triumphantly celebrated Victory Day on May 9, with full confidence that this particular date marked the end of World War II. But history gives a different date, claiming that the most merciless war of the 20th century ended in more than 3 months, and this happened not in captured Berlin, but in distant Tokyo Bay. The Act of Complete and Unconditional Surrender of Japan was signed on board the US Navy battleship. The documents even record the exact time - 9 hours 4 minutes Tokyo time. This was the moment when the act was signed by the Chief of Military Staff and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan. Further, the most important document was signed by representatives of 9 allied countries, including America, Great Britain, and the USSR. Immediately after the Japanese surrender, this day was declared a memorable day in all Soviet republics. To mark the end of the World War, a solemn military parade was even held in Khabarovsk. But a few years later, the significance of the September date faded, the day became a working day and was not declared a holiday, although the contribution of the Soviet troops to the victory over Japan was enormous. The Land of the Rising Sun was such a formidable enemy that the United States used atomic bombs for the first time to intimidate, completely destroying two Japanese cities. The troops of the Soviet Union began their offensive on August 9, and 10 days later the Japanese military surrendered en masse. As a result of the defeat of the Kwantung Army, Japan lost its material and military base and real forces, the war was over as soon as possible.

The most seductive item of women's wardrobe was patented by American Mary Phelps Jacob in 1914. A model of two scarves, a cord and a silk ribbon, which over time completely replaced the corset, was called Backless Brasserie. According to one legend, its creator really wanted to look perfect at her own wedding. Mary Jacob was unhappy with the whalebone corset, which stuck out and spoiled the appearance of the festive dress. This is how the bra appeared. The bra's birthday is celebrated on September 3. Its creator did not remain the owner of the invention for long. Mary's enterprising husband, Richard Rogers Peabody, was well acquainted with the owners of Warner Brothers Corset from Bridgeport, Connecticut. It was he who convinced them to purchase a patent for the production of a newfangled little thing consisting of two scarves and a cord. The idea for the bra at that time was valued at $1,500. This was a lot of money - for $300 at that time in the USA you could buy a car of the latest model. It was difficult to assess the entrepreneurial spirit of Mary Jacob's husband from a historical perspective. Moreover, over the next 30 years since the introduction of bras into production, Warner Brothers Corset earned about $15 million from them. Until 1938, lingerie models were made from damask, satin, silk and other natural fabrics. Since the late 40s, manufacturers began to use synthetics, seeking to reduce the cost of products. Wearing bras was popularized by busty Sophia Loren and Marilyn Monroe, Gina Lolobrigitta, nicknamed “Big Bust,” and ladies with more modest figures - Brigitte Bardot and Lana Turner. In the wake of feminism in 1968, women were almost forced to abandon such a piquant wardrobe detail. In the struggle for equal rights with men, supporters of the movement demonstratively burned bras and garter belts - symbols of gender inequality. However, these unrest in society quickly ceased. Manufacturers and fashion designers continued to improve the range of bras, releasing products with underwires or in the form of a cone, for nursing mothers, sports or visual breast enlargement using push-up technology. The Guinness Book of Records lists the most expensive bra in the world, worth $15 million. The Red Hot bra, worn by actress Gisele Büdchen, is adorned with 1,300 diamonds and rubies. A sports bra worth $20,000, embroidered with Swarovski crystals, a diamond bra made from 15x gold worth $1 million, and other masterpieces of jewelry also remain in fashion history. Mass market models, even if not decorated with precious stones, cost reasonable money and are available to all women. It is they who remember on September 3 the inventor of a piquant wardrobe detail, Mary Jacob, celebrating a funny holiday - the birthday of the bra.

Day of the Peoples of the Middle Urals

Traditionally, since 1994, on the first Sunday of September, all of Belarus celebrates the Day of Belarusian Literature. This national holiday was established by the president of the country in order to emphasize the inextricable connection of the unity of the Belarusian printed word with the history and culture of the Belarusian people, as well as to demonstrate the importance of printing national literature and the education of the country as a whole. Thus, the state recognizes the enormous role that literature plays in the spiritual and moral education of its citizens and encourages them to in-depth study of journalism and book publishing. This holiday unites everyone who values ​​their native language and culture and protects the country’s national heritage. It is interesting that magnificent festive events alternately take place in various cities of Belarus, which are historical centers of culture, science and literature. Polotsk, as the most ancient city of Belarus and the birthplace of the pioneering printer Francis Skaryna, became the first city to take on the role of the “capital” of festive events for the Day of Writing. Each subsequent city tries to give the holiday a local flavor and chooses its own thematic focus. A variety of events are celebrated on this day: the opening of monuments, parks, and museums. The entire city becomes a huge festive arena with key thematic venues, where everyone can get acquainted with the latest books, meet with domestic and foreign writers, visit exhibitions and fairs, listen to performances by songwriters, creative groups, and watch knightly tournaments. Also, according to annual tradition, on this day the winners of the competition for the best works of the year are awarded. Not only the Union of Belarusian Writers, but also senior officials of the Republic of Belarus, heads of ministries, representatives of embassies, and foreign delegations take an active part in the festive events. Thus, ordinary citizens and senior people of the state pay tribute not only to their native language, but also to the entire culture of the Republic of Belarus.

Ukrainian Entrepreneur's Day is celebrated annually on the first Sunday of September. Currently, about one and a half million entrepreneurs are registered in the state. Quite a significant figure for a country with not the most developed economic infrastructure. But this particular holiday is intended to celebrate the invaluable contribution of small and medium-sized businessmen to the economic development of their beloved country. In 1998 (not so long ago by historical standards), the head of the country, Leonid Kuchma, made a decision and signed the most important decree, in which he noted the direct participation and invaluable role of entrepreneurs in the implementation of reforms (economic) and resolution of social problems in the country. The date for celebrating Entrepreneurs' Day was also set - the first Sunday in September. The overwhelming number of businessmen reacted to this kind of resolution with understanding and enthusiasm. After all, this factor in practice confirmed their role in the promotion of a huge and systematically developing state. According to already established traditions, Entrepreneurs' Day is celebrated quite brightly and on a large scale. Fairs, exhibitions, and forums are held, during which partnerships and full-fledged cooperation are formed between representatives of the ruling elite and ordinary entrepreneurs. We should not forget about ordinary citizens of the country. They are provided with a huge range of entertainment, where everyone can choose exactly what they like. There is everything here to relax and truly experience this significant (for a significant part of the country’s population) date. After all, all the foundations of the state in some way rest on small and medium-sized businesses, and without the help of entrepreneurs it is almost impossible to make a push for the future advancement of a huge country. In addition to everything else (described above), large-scale concert venues are organized, where “pop stars” come to perform. On this memorable day, congratulations are heard everywhere to entrepreneurs, they are awarded insignia. You can also hear wishes about further development, the emergence of new clients and stability in the financial position of a particular company.

Father's Day in Australia

In the life of every state, the army is important, as it is the guarantor of the integrity and security of the country. Every year the Republic of Moldova celebrates a professional holiday, when all those who have chosen it as their duty to protect the citizens of their country are accepted. September 3 was chosen as the solemn date for the celebrations dedicated to the National Army of the Republic of Moldova. After the Soviet Union ceased to exist in 1991, the Republic of Moldova declared its own independence. Soon after this, President Mircea Snegur signed a decree on the formation of an internal army. Three years after this event, namely in 1994, the Constitution was adopted at the state level. In accordance with the provisions of the Constitution, the duties of the Moldovan Internal Army are to ensure the security of the country and protect the interests of citizens. The Moldovan troops were finally formed in 1997. Today, the Moldovan army consists of:• Air Force;• Danube Forces;• Ground Forces. The National Army of Moldova today is a modern structure that cooperates with other organizations at the international level. In particular, the army of the Republic of Moldova actively cooperates with the OSCE, NATO, the UN, the Organization of the Black Sea Cooperation, etc. One of the allied states of the republic, between which bilateral partnerships have developed, is the Russian Federation. Over the years of mutual relations, the military departments of both countries have signed more than 20 friendly agreements. For the citizens themselves, the Day of the National Army of Moldova is one of those holidays that is usually celebrated not only in a narrow professional circle. On this day, the people of Moldova express gratitude to the country's former and present military personnel for their selfless work and service to the Motherland. On this day, the military receives congratulations from the leadership; thematic concerts and other events dedicated to this holiday are held throughout the country.

On September 3, Tunisia celebrates the day of the independence movement in the country, which arose after the end of World War II. This state is located in Northern Africa. In terms of territory, it is slightly smaller than Great Britain: Tunisia could fit England along with Wales. For many centuries before this, the country was divided between invaders from the East and colonialists from the West. The local population constantly fought for freedom, but the chance to become independent appeared only after the end of the largest war in human history. The history of Tunisia began with Carthage. Surprised? The ruins of this ancient city are located near the capital of the modern African state. This city was founded by the Phoenicians, who soon turned it into a powerful empire, which became the most powerful in the western Mediterranean. The Romans destroyed Carthage. After the Punic Wars with Rome, Carthage was destroyed, and in its place, by order of Julius Caesar, a new entity appeared - the Roman province of Africa. Rome faced the same sad fate as Carthage. The once great empire fell, and its former colony became a tasty morsel that was grabbed by the Germanic tribes who founded their kingdom here. Byzantium knocked them out of their lands. Former Carthage became the African Exarchate - one of the Byzantine provinces. The heyday of Byzantium ended and Tunisia was recaptured by the Ottomans. A year later, the Habsburgs came to these lands and recaptured the colony. The Ottomans took it back, but the Spaniards encroached on the lands. Tunisia changed hands several times until it finally remained under the rule of the Ottoman Empire for almost three centuries and only at the end of the 19th century the French made the country a colony again. After such a rich history with endless conquests, it is not surprising that the patience of the Tunisians was ready to burst at any moment. They dreamed of freedom and fought for it all the time, but the liberation movement gained strength only in the middle of the last century. After the end of World War II, Tunisia was still a colony of France. Already in the first years, discontent grew among the locals. Social movements began to appear and gain strength, which caused concern among the French. France, drained of blood after the war, could not so easily let go of its colony, which at that time was helping it restore its destroyed economy. In 1951, the colonialists sent the military to Tunisia to support local authorities, suppress revolts and arrest the instigators of the nascent revolution. With this, the French only added fuel to the fire. Local residents, at the sight of the military, were inflamed with righteous anger, and the desire to get rid of the invaders appeared even among those who had previously been tormented by doubts. Special fellah units began to operate in Tunisia. They set fire to the houses of the colonialists, killed French soldiers and blew up bridges. It got to the point that harvests in 1952 and 1953 on these lands were harvested under the protection of tanks. The French did not plan to let go of their colony so easily. 70,000 military personnel were sent to the country to maintain order, but these measures were already useless. The organized Tunisian proletariat joined the struggle for independence. The colonialists were forced to make concessions. They granted Tunisia independence in 1955, but reserved the right to determine the foreign policy of this state. A year later, the African country gained complete independence, and a few years later the monarchy was abolished. From that moment on, a new history of free Tunisia began.

DNA Uniqueness Discovery Day

September 3 is a special date for parishioners of the Orthodox Church. On this autumn day it is customary to honor Thaddeus. The apostle, who was born in Syria and was baptized by John the Baptist, was chosen as one of the 70 disciples of Christ. He spread the word about God's word and performed many miracles. Thanks to the work of this preacher, many people accepted Christianity. The peasants followed the following traditions on the feast of Thaddeus the Preacher: To prepare material for sewing towels, shirts, and tablecloths, people wove their own fabric from flax fibers. Harvesting of this crop began on September 3, and then it was left to dry on the field. When the moisture left, the stems became soft and flexible. Another custom is associated with harvesting apples. The harvest was taken from the trees and carefully sorted. Beautiful large fruits were left for storage for the winter, and soft and damaged apples were used to prepare delicious desserts and treats. For the winter, sorrel seeds were sown in the beds. This crop began to grow with the thaw at the very beginning of spring. Various folk signs have also been preserved: 1. A large harvest of mountain ash in the forest meant for the laity a heavy amount of rainfall in the coming autumn. If there are few red juicy berries on the branches, then the weather should be warm and dry.2. Yellowed tops on birch trees are a harbinger of early frosts. A green crown without yellow leaves meant that the Indian summer would be long.3. Acorns indicated a snowy winter. Information has also been preserved about some rituals performed by parishioners of the church on Thaddeus. Believers put on clothes made of natural linen, attended services, and freed themselves from heavy thoughts during sermons.

Orthodox holidays September 3:

Day of Appearance of the Icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Memorial Day of the Holy Martyr Vassa and her children, the martyrs Theognius, Agapius and Pista

Memorial Day of the Apostle Thaddeus from 70

Memorial Day of St. Abraham of Smolensk

Memorial Day of Venerable Martha of Diveyevo