July 22: Mango Day, World Brain Day
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Mango cultivation began in India about four thousand years ago. The Portuguese played an important role in the spread of mangoes in the fifteenth century. It was then that they brought this fruit to the Middle East, Africa, and later to America.
Today, July 22, all lovers of tropical fruits can join the celebration of Mango Day, UNN reports.
Mango cultivation began in India about four thousand years ago. In this country, as well as in Pakistan, mango is the national fruit. And the mango tree has been declared the national tree in Bangladesh. These three countries are the largest producers and exporters of mangoes in the world.
The Portuguese played a major role in the spread of mangoes in the fifteenth century. It was then that they brought this fruit to the Middle East, Africa, and later to America.
Since 2014, the World Federation of Neurology has been organizing events to mark World Brain Day.
Scientists at the University of Zurich have proven that the anatomy of the brain is as unique as fingerprints. The brain makes up only 2% of the weight of the human body, but consumes the most energy.
According to statistics, 13% of people on the planet have neurological diseases because they suffer from neurological disorders.
The main diseases affecting the brain are stroke, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, epilepsy, migraine, and multiple sclerosis.
Today is also Hammock Day.
For some time, the hammock was used as a sleeping place, in particular for the military and sailors. But nowadays, lying in a hammock is mostly a means of relaxation.
Lying in a hammock, you can celebrate the Summer Vacation Day.
The event is a reminder that you should definitely find a few free days in the summer to devote to relaxation.
Today, math enthusiasts can join the Day of Approximate Pi.
The 22nd day of the seventh month of the year was chosen as the date of the celebration because the fraction 22/7 is equal to the approximate number Pi - 3.14.
It is believed that the value of pi was first calculated by the famous ancient mathematician and inventor Archimedes by 250 BC.
According to the church calendar, today is the Day of Remembrance of St. Mary Magdalene.
According to the legend, Jesus Christ cast out demons from Mary, and since then she has been following him constantly. Mary was present during the crucifixion of Jesus, and he first appeared to her after the Resurrection.
Mary preached in Ephesus and Rome and is believed to have died a natural death.
Today, Maria, Magdalena, and Alexei celebrate their name days.
