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Saudi Arabia Founding Day 2026: Date, history, significance and celebration of 300 years of statehood

Saudi Arabia commemorates Founding Day on February 22, honouring the 1727 establishment of the first Saudi state by Muhammad bin Saud. This paid public holiday celebrates deep historical roots, cultural heritage and national pride, distinct from National Day's focus on modern unification. Celebrations foster unity and connect citizens to their…

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Kuwait extends two-day public holiday for 65th National Day, Liberation Day celebrations

Kuwait's Cabinet has declared February 25th and 26th, 2026, as public holidays to celebrate National Day and Liberation Day. This announcement grants public sector employees a four-day break, including the weekend, with work resuming on March 1st. The holidays commemorate significant historical events and foster national pride through various public…

The Times of India

Princess Elisabeth Recycles Her Electrifying National Day Dress For Summery Belgian Royal Family Christmas Card

The future queen of Belgium chose a neon green outfit for her family's 2025 holiday photo.

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A look back at Oman’s National Day and the start of a renewed national phase

Oman’s National Day provided a moment to celebrate the country’s achievements, ongoing development and "Oman Vision 2040" its ambitions programme for the future.

Euronews

Grace Kelly’s Granddaughter Has a ‘Clueless’ Moment in Yellow Plaid Skirt Suit

Charlotte Casiraghi channeled her inner Cher Horowitz at Monaco's National Day celebrations.

Marie Claire

Princess Charlene Gives a Princess Kate-Like Blouse and Suit a Regal Upgrade That Grace Kelly Would Approve

The Monégasque royal family showed off patriotic outfits for National Day.

Marie Claire

China's coast guard holds National Day celebrations at disputed shoal claimed by Philippines

China's coast guard has raised the national flag near a disputed shoal in the South China Sea

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Vietnam celebrates 80 years since declaring independence with flags, boba tea and a military parade

Vietnam marked its National Day with its largest military parade in decades

The Independent UK

Kazakhstan celebrates National Day at World Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan with music and innovation

Kazakhstan’s National Day at World Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan featured music, cultural performances and innovation, drawing thousands of visitors.

Euronews

Princess Elisabeth of Belgium Swaps Her Military Uniform for a One-Shouldered Victoria Beckham Gown

Even better: It's on sale.

Marie Claire

Greenland celebrates its National Day to mark the summer solstice

Greenlanders have celebrated National Day, the Arctic island’s biggest summer festival, to mark the solstice with songs, cannon salutes and dances under 24 hours of sunlight

The Independent UK

Baby Princess Ines Has Her First Matching Moment With Mom Princess Sofia in Tiny National Costume

The four-month-old celebrated her first National Day in Sweden.

Marie Claire

Princess Charlene and Prince Albert's Twins Make Adorable Appearance for Monaco's National Day

Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella will turn 10 in December.

Marie Claire

China starts new round of war games around Taiwan

Beijing begins manoeuvres in ‘stern warning’ days after President Lai’s first National Day speech.

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Taiwan Celebrates National Day Amid China Threats

Taiwan celebrates National Day with reflections on history, technological advancements, and defense against China's threats.

The Independent UK

Taiwan celebrates its National Day holiday against background of Chinese threats

Taiwan celebrated its National Day holiday against the background of threats from China, which claims the self-governing island republic as its own territory

International Business Times

Taiwan's President To Deliver Key Speech For National Day

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te is set to deliver a key speech on Thursday as part of the self-ruled island's National Day celebrations that is likely to elicit an angry response from China.

Evening Standard

Why underrated Luxembourg should be your next city break

The pocket-sized country celebrates its National Day this weekend. Matt Hryciw heads to its humming capital and discovers the festivities are just one way it punches above its weight

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Macao Gambling Revenue Surges on Holiday Tourism Boom

With borders reopened, casino revenues back to 74% of re-Covid levels in October; revenues up 400% in October from year ago, with boost from China’s National Day holiday

The Independent UK

A divided Malaysia celebrates National Day with Prime Minister Anwar rallying for unity

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rallied Malaysians to unite and reject racial and religious bigotry, as the country marked its 66th year of freedom from British rule with fireworks and colorful street parades

Bangkok Post

Move Forward asked if it will change National Day

Veteran politician Nipit Intarasombat has asked if the Move Forward Party really plans to change the date of National Day from Dec 5 to June 24 if it attains government.

Evening Standard

Why does Sweden celebrate National Day on June 6th?

Unlike other countries, Sweden has never been occupied nor overthrown its monarchy.

Wales Online

What it's like living next to Aintree on Grand National day

'It's busy but it's interesting. The police are excellent'

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi King, Crown Prince Congratulate Kuwaiti Emir on National Day

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has sent a cable of congratulation to the Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, on the anniversary of his country's National Day. In his cable, King Salman expressed his sincerest congratulation to the Emir, and wished…

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Kuwait Celebrates 62nd National Day, 32nd Liberation Anniversary

Kuwait is celebrating on Saturday its 62nd National Day and the 32nd anniversary of liberation, an occasion during which the emirate reaffirms its achievements throughout its six decades of independence, and the economic and political position it holds in the Gulf, Arab and international map. The National Day commemorates the…

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