August 30 is the International Day of Victims of Enforced Disappearance and the International Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Day.
International Day of Victims of Enforced Disappearance
The International Day of Victims of Enforced Disappearance, celebrated on August 30, aims to draw attention to one of the most tragic forms of human rights violations – enforced disappearance. The day commemorates the thousands of people around the world who have gone missing due to the actions of governments, militaries or other organizations, often without a trace or official investigation.
Officially, this day was established by the UN in 2010, although the problem of enforced disappearance existed long before that. The international community decided to celebrate this day to support the victims and their families, as well as to raise public awareness of the need to fight impunity for such crimes.
Enforced disappearance most often occurs in the context of political repression, military conflicts or during the fight against terrorism. People are kidnapped, illegally detained, and sometimes killed, leaving relatives in the dark about their fate and whereabouts. It is also often accompanied by a lack of legal recognition of the fact of disappearance and ignoring the rights of victims and their families.
Interesting facts
One of the most famous examples of enforced disappearances is the period of the “Dirty War” in Argentina (1976-1983), when thousands of people were abducted by the government suspected of opposing the regime. These disappearances led to the creation of the well-known organization “Mothers of Plaza de Mayo”, which became a symbol of the struggle for the rights of victims of enforced disappearance.
During the conflicts in the Balkans in the 1990s, many people went missing. According to the International Commission on Missing Persons (ICMP), more than 40,000 people disappeared during the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina. And although more than half of them have been identified, thousands are still missing.
In recent years, enforced disappearances have remained an urgent problem in various parts of the world, including in Syria, Egypt, Mexico and many other countries. In Mexico, for example, more than 110,000 people have disappeared between 1964 and 2024, and the number continues to rise due to conflicts between criminal cartels and the government.
New technologies, such as DNA analysis, help identify missing people and return their remains to their relatives. However, the investigation process often faces political obstacles and a lack of international cooperation.
International Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Day
International Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Day is a holiday dedicated to one of the most famous and beloved grape varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon is a symbol of refinement and quality, and its wines have become a legend in the world of winemaking.
International Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Day was started in 2010 by wine enthusiasts and bloggers as a way to celebrate and celebrate this famous grape variety. And although this day has no official recognition at the international level, it has become popular among winemakers, sommeliers and wine connoisseurs.
Cabernet Sauvignon is grown in different parts of the world — from France to Australia, from Chile to the USA. Due to its versatility, this variety of grapes is able to adapt to different climatic conditions and soil types, which makes it one of the most common varieties in the world.
Interesting facts
Cabernet Sauvignon originated in France, in the Bordeaux region, in the 17th century as a result of the natural crossing of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc varieties. This variety quickly gained popularity due to its ability to be kept for a long time, rich taste and aromatic bouquet.
Cabernet Sauvignon is known for its rich aroma and flavor, which can include notes of black currant, cherry, plum, green pepper, mint, cedar and even tobacco. The wine often has a distinct tannic structure, giving it strength and potential for long-term storage.
Today, Cabernet Sauvignon is grown in many wine regions around the world, including California (especially Napa Valley), Australia, Chile, Italy, Spain, South Africa, and many other countries. Its versatility and resistance to climatic changes make it ideal for the production of both single-varietal and blended wines.
In the Bordeaux region, especially on the left bank of the Gironde River, Cabernet Sauvignon is the main grape variety for creating famous blended wines. It is blended with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and other varietals, creating complex and layered wines that can age for decades.
Cabernet Sauvignon goes well with meat dishes, including beef, lamb, steaks and game. Its rich tannins help to balance the fat content of the meat, creating a harmonious combination of flavors. Also, this wine goes well with cheese, especially hard and aged varieties.
Historical events on this day
1700 year. The Great Northern War began between the Muscovite Empire and the Swedish Empire, which became one of the key conflicts of that time and changed the geopolitical balance in Northern Europe.
1835 year. The city of Melbourne was founded in Australia, which later turned into an important cultural and economic center of the country.
1836 year. The city of Houston appeared in the state of Texas, which later became one of the largest cities in the USA and an important hub of the oil and gas industry.
1860 year. In England, the first tram was launched on Birkenhead Street, which marked the beginning of the development of public transport in the country.
1873 year. Franz Josef Land, an archipelago in the Arctic Ocean, was discovered, which became an important milestone in Arctic exploration.
1877 year. French inventor Emile Renault received a patent for the praxinoscope, which became one of the first devices for creating animation and a forerunner of modern animation.
1901 year. English inventor Hubert Cecil Booth patented an electric vacuum cleaner that changed the approach to cleaning in households around the world.
1920 year. A Ukrainian military organization headed by Yevhen Konovalets was created in Prague. This organization played an important role in the struggle for Ukraine’s independence.
1973 year. Elephant hunting has been banned in Kenya, an important step in wildlife conservation and the fight against poaching.
1993 year. The Eiffel Tower in Paris was visited by the 150 millionth tourist, which emphasized the status of this attraction as one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world.
1995 year. The Opera browser was born when the founders von Techner and Ivarsey created the Opera Software company. This day is considered the official birthday of one of the first browsers.
2002 year. Henry Kuprashvili became the first in the world to swim across the Dardanelles Strait using the ancient Georgian military training style of swimming, tied in four places, covering 12 kilometers in 3 hours and 15 minutes.
2021 year. Ukraine received the RRS James Clark Ross icebreaker from Great Britain, which became the flagship of the Ukrainian Antarctic Service. At the handover ceremony of the ship in the port of Frederikshavn, a blue-yellow flag was raised, and later the ship received a new name – “Noosphere”.
On August 30, 2005, the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine announced the beginning of a two-month anti-corruption campaign, which will be accompanied by a social advertising campaign. At the press conference, Minister of Internal Affairs Yury Lutsenko said:
“Today we announce a two-month anti-bribery campaign. If we have to keep officials on starvation rations, we will do it as long as it takes to wean them from this criminal habit.”
As part of this campaign, a meter with the number “2599” was depicted on social media videos and posters, above which was the text: “The Ministry of Internal Affairs exposed … (meter reading)”. Lutsenko also called on the families of officials to watch these videos and have a “preventive conversation” with their loved ones who work in the public service.
Secretary of the National Security Council, Petro Poroshenko, who returned from China, added to this statement, noting that China uses completely different methods of fighting corruption. According to him, books are distributed there, which describe in detail what happened to a specific member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party, and anti-corruption measures are very strict.
