DECEMBER 16, 2024 — Two young men in Bashkiria, Russia were compelled to apologize after unfurling the black-yellow-white flag of the Russian Empire, Telegraf UA reports, in an incident that has sparked controversy and political scrutiny in the region. The controversy began when a photo circulated online of the individuals holding the Russian Empire flag,…
DECEMBER 16, 2024 — The Government of Jujuy has officially designated 2025 as the “Year of the Recognition of the National Flag of Civil Freedom,” Diario Nuevo Día reports. The designation aims to celebrate the Flag of the Civil Freedom – which also serves as the provincial flag of Jujuy – and the tenth anniversary…
DECEMBER 16, 2024 — An independent councillor in Fenland District, England, will propose a motion today to officially recognize the Fenland flag, BBC reports. If successful, the flag will be sent to be included in the Flag Registry. Councillor Dal Roy, representing Elm and Christchurch, plans to bring the motion to Fenland District Council in…
DECEMBER 16, 2024 — The 7th National Flag Day is being celebrated in Nepal today, Setopati reports, commemorating the recognition of the national flag by the United Nations in 1962. A procession featuring the national flag of Nepal was held at Basantapur Durbar Square in Kathmandu to mark the occasion. Rajananda Mandavya, the founder of…