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20.12.2021 22:00 Date: December 12, 2021 Today’s Doodle celebrates Kenya’s Independence Day, which honours not one but two historic anniversaries. The first commemorates the East African nation’s declaration of freedom in 1963 while the second honours Kenya’s official establishment as a jamhuri one year later. In recognition of the latter anniversary, today is also known as Jamhuri Day and serves as an opportunity for Kenyans to reflect on their storied history and rich cultural heritage. Festivities are typically characterised by Kenyan feasts, which include popular regional dishes such as samosas and irio . In addition to Kenyan cuisine, traditional celebrations include singing and dancing as well as formal events that liven the whole country. Some residents on the more adventurous side, even celebrate independence by bungee jumping off bridges! These varied Jamhuri Day celebrations unify Kenyans from all walks of life around a shared appreciation of independence and heritage. Hongera Kenya! Happy Independence Day! Location: Tags: , , , ,
20.12.2021 22:00 Date: December 12, 2021 Today’s Doodle, illustrated by Hanoi, Vietnam-based guest artist , honors phở, Vietnam’s national dish that is served as an aromatic soup brimming with savory broth, soft rice noodles, fresh herbs, and thinly sliced meat. On this day in 2018, December 12 was selected as the official day to celebrate Vietnamese phở, in honor of the beloved culinary treasure and the cultural fusion it represents. What makes phở distinct is a mindful cooking process to achieve multi-layered flavors and a clear broth. From ingredients like roasted ginger, fennel seed, star anise, and cinnamon for the simmered stock, the broth serves as the foundation for aromas and tastes for every palate. While its exact origins are unknown, most historians think phở was born in northern Vietnam’s Nam Dinh province between the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Some believe that “phở" comes from the word phấn, a rice noodle dish. People started to use beef consommé to make an early predecessor to phở—a simple but very popular noodle soup called xao trau which consisted of buffalo meat cooked in broth and rice vermicelli. Traditionally, phở is a breakfast dish sold in street food stalls but phở consumption has moved into everyday comfort food. Today, phở is eaten worldwide in countless variations such as phở trộn , phở gà , phở cuốn and many more. Everyone can agree that the noodle dish is a treasured element of Vietnamese heritage. Although current events have slowed the food markets, people are hopeful for their return where phở can be enjoyed as a shared, culinary moment in daily life again. Here’s to a Vietnamese dish that’s phở-nomenal! Guest Artist Q&A with Lucia Pham Today’s Doodle was illustrated by Hanoi, Vietnam-based guest artist . Below, she shares her thoughts behind the making of this Doodle: Q. Why was this topic meaningful to you personally? A. Being Vietnamese, I love to eat phở. I still remember phở as my daily breakfast when I was in elementary school. At that time, there was a small phở restaurant near my house. My sister and I used to go there to eat a bowl of cooked beef phở noodle, with a poached egg and a plate of bagel twists, then my father would take us to school. This is the dish that every, early autumn morning you will think about. Q. What were your first thoughts when you were approached about working on this Doodle? A. That is "Let's eat Phở tomorrow!" When I'm older, I'm busier, I love cooking at home more than going out to eat. So I decided to have a bowl of Phở tomorrow to help me recall the taste of my favorite Phở. Q. Did you draw inspiration from anything in particular for this Doodle? A. I think a lot about how to properly represent Vietnam. This is a bit difficult for me, because my style and aesthetic are quite modern, so I was a bit worried at first that I wouldn't be able to convey the flavor of Vietnam through this Doodle. I really like cement tiles and decorative motifs, so I used a very popular type of cement tile in Vietnam to design with this Doodle. Q. What message do you hope people take away from your Doodle? A. Let's eat phở tomorrow morning! Haha, because the weather in Hanoi is very nice right now, perfect for an early morning with a bowl of phở and a cup of hot coffee, so I always think about eating phở in the morning when making this Doodle. In addition, I also hope that the illustration and motion design in the Doodle will help those who do not understand the ingredients and how to make phở better. Phở is a very precious Vietnamese dish, so I would like to cherish and recommend it. Early drafts of the Doodle ] Location: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Tags: , , , , , , , , ,
20.12.2021 22:00 Date: December 10, 2021 Today’s Doodle, illustrated by Sydney, Australia-based guest artist , celebrates Indigenous Australian world champion bantamweight boxer Lionel Rose. As the first Indigenous Australian to win a world championship sports title, Rose was inducted into the Sport Australian Hall of Fame on this day in 1985. Lionel Edmund Rose was born on June 21, 1948, into poverty in the Indigenous Australian settlement of Jackson’s Track, where he faced intense discrimination. He idolized his father, a two-time Australian lightweight champion who trained Rose using only rags as gloves. At just 15, he won his first amateur flyweight title, and by 1964, Rose went pro. Following a triumphant 15-round decision victory in Tokyo over Japanese champion Masahiko “Fighting” Harada, Rose made history in 1968 as the second Australian teenager and first Indigenous Australian fighter to win a world title. He quickly became renowned for his lightning-fast reflexes and tenacious counter-punches and returned home from Japan to an estimated 250,000 people in the streets of Melbourne celebrating his success—the largest welcome home to date in Australian sports. Rose was also a skilled singer and guitar player, even recording a chart-topping country album after meeting the “King of Rock and Roll” himself, Elvis Presley. In 1968, Rose became the first Indigenous Australian person honored as Australian of the Year. He successfully defended his title in three consecutive matches until he relinquished the belt in 1969. Remembered as a generous and humble leader, he retired in 1976 as a national hero and one of the greatest Australian athletes of all time. Thank you for fighting for future generations of Indigenous Australian athletes, Lionel Rose! Thank you to for connecting us to the Rose family, for contributing to the Doodle artwork, and for their dedicated collaboration every step of the way. Guest Artist Q&A with Mark Munk Ross Today’s Doodle was illustrated by Sydney, Australia-based guest artist . Below, he shares his thoughts behind the making of this Doodle: Q. Why was this topic meaningful to you personally? A. This topic was meaningful to me personally being a Jardwadjali/Wotjobaluk man, and Lionel being a Gunditjmara man. Both of us belonging to Western Kulin nations means a lot. Lionel is such a trailblazer and role model for many, including myself. Q. What were your first thoughts when you were approached about working on this Doodle? A. I felt immense pride. So proud to have the opportunity to pay tribute to a true Australian legend & icon. Q. Did you draw inspiration from anything in particular for this Doodle? A. I was inspired to respectfully tell Lionel's story through his songlines, in the distinct style of Western Kulin artwork that is tens of thousands of years old, from rock paintings throughout Western Victoria. Q. What message do you hope people take away from your Doodle? A. I would like to think that people will see a World Champion boxer, a #1 recording artist, and a triumphant advocate for First Nations people of Australia. Location: Tags: , , , , , , ,
20.12.2021 22:00 Date: December 9, 2021 Today’s Doodle celebrates Tanzania’s Independence Day in commemoration of the day when Tanganyika, the mainland region of Tanzania, gained independence in 1961. That same year, climbers carried a torch to place at the summit of Tanganyika’s Mount Kilimanjaro–the highest point in Africa and renamed its peak to Uhuru, meaning “Freedom” in Swahili. This monumental proclamation of freedom soon extended offshore to the archipelagic country of Zanzibar, and the nations united to establish the United Republic of Tanzania in 1964. To celebrate 60 years of independence, more than 300 Tanzanians will reenact the pilgrimage to Mount Kilimanjaro, which is considered by many to be a symbol of liberation. Independence Day traditions also typically include cultural performances and official speeches at the National Stadium in the former capital of Dar es Salaam. Traditional foods like Ugali and pilau are enjoyed as citizens take time off work and school to reflect on the past and look forward to the East African nation’s future. Happy Independence Day, Tanzania! Location: Tags: , , , ,
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20.12.2021 22:00 Date: December 6, 2021 Today’s Doodle celebrates Finland’s Independence Day, known in Finnish as itsenäisyyspäivä. On this day in 1917, the Finnish Parliament formalized its declaration of independence. The national colors of blue and white, depicted on the Finnish flag in today’s Doodle artwork, unify the country during a mix of solemn and familial Independence Day traditions. The flag flies high on street poles across the nation and the national colors adorn everything from pastries in bakeries to decorations in shops. Some visit the graves of relatives or place a pair of blue and white candles near their window sills, a tradition that began in the 19th century, to mark the sacrifices of previous generations. Many Finns celebrate their heritage by inviting family and friends to a festive dinner. In the evening, it’s tradition for millions to tune in for the broadcast of the annual Independence Day Reception, known as the Linnan juhlat or “The Castle Ball,” which is canceled this year because of the pandemic, but a national day TV broadcast will still air. Citizens typically enjoy the show while savoring traditional Finnish foods such as Ruisleipä with salmon or smoked reindeer cold cuts and Leipäjuusto alongside friends and family. Hyvää itsenäisyyspäivää! Happy Independence Day, Finland! Location: Tags: , , , ,
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02.12.2021 01:15 Date: December 2, 2021 Exactly 50 years ago today, leaders of the six Emirates of Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah, and Ajman came together in Dubai to form the world’s first Arab federation. The seventh emirate—Ras Al Khaimah—joined the alliance three months later in 1972, officially establishing the modern day United Arab Emirates. Although the UAE is a relatively new country, the largely desert region on the coast of the Persian Gulf has an ancient foundation built on agriculture and fishing. The unification of the UAE’s independent emirates has allowed the nation to tap into its natural resources, transforming the newly established country over the past half-century. Traditionally, both private and public buildings are decorated with red, white, and green, representing the colors of the national flag, depicted in the Doodle artwork. Many of the over 200 nationalities that call the UAE home celebrate the achievements of the nation while looking forward to the future. Happy National Day, UAE! Location: Tags: , , , ,
02.12.2021 01:15 Date: December 2, 2021 Today’s Doodle celebrates French painter Georges Seurat, who captured the natural qualities of light in scenes of contemporary Parisian life with his signature painting techniques known as Pointillism and Divisionism. Seurat’s innovative methods gave rise to the school of Neo-Impressionism, an avant-garde 19th century movement that forever changed the course of modern art. Georges Seurat was born into a prosperous family in Paris, France, on this day in 1859. He began formal artistic training as a teenager and furthered his education at the prestigious fine arts institution École des Beaux-Arts in 1878. Seurat developed a fascination with the science behind art during his studies, but soon became disenchanted with the confines of academic tradition. He delved into the scientific study of color theory and optical physics to develop an original style he coined “chromo-luminarism,” later known as Pointillism or Divisionism. After many drafts on small boards, a meeting with a 100-year-old chemist, and years of experimentation, Seurat finished the painting widely considered his masterpiece at only 26, “A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte — 1884,” now in the Helen Birch Bartlett Memorial Collection, The Art Institute of Chicago. An encapsulation of the Pointillist technique is recreated in the Doodle artwork. When viewed from the proper distance, the mural-sized painting tricks the observer into perceiving over 200,000 tiny brushstrokes and dabs of contrasting color on its canvas as a shimmering, cohesive scene of an island in the Seine outside of Paris. Seurat’s obsession with color theory has prompted some art historians to hypothesize that his techniques were influenced by the atmospheric effects of the volcanic eruptions that created some of the most colorful sunsets recorded during the 1800s. Although the exact inspirations for his artistic innovations remain up for debate, Seurat has had an impact on the visual culture. His monumental work has inspired countless artists across disciplines, a Broadway musical, and has even been featured in a blockbuster film. Here’s to an artist who never lost sight of the big picture! Early drafts of the Doodle Location: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Tags: , , , , , ,
01.12.2021 07:45 Date: December 1, 2021 On this day in 1918, more than 100,000 Romanians gathered from across the region in Alba Iulia to witness a vote by the Great Assembly, which united Transylvania, Crișana, Maramureș, and Banat with the Romanian Kingdom. This anniversary has been celebrated since 1990 as Unification Day, or Great Union Day—Romania’s national holiday honored in today’s Doodle. In the city where unification was formalized, Alba Iulia traditionally serves as a key location for celebrations of the past and present along with the nation’s capital, Bucharest. Public institutions fly the Romanian flag, depicted in the Doodle artwork. In Bucharest, and in cities throughout the country, parades take place and numerous other cultural ceremonies are organized. Happy Great Union Day, Romania! Location: Tags: , , , ,
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