23.08.2021 21:16 Date: August 24, 2021 Get vaccinated. Wear a mask. Save lives. As COVID-19 continues to impact communities around the world, help stop the spread by finding and following . about resources to help you and your communities stay informed and connected, and the latest ways we're responding. Location: , Tags: , , , , ,
23.08.2021 12:48 Date: August 23, 2021 Today’s Doodle celebrates the 78th birthday of Argentinian activist and singer Aimé Painé, a member of the Mapuche nation who devoted her life to preserving the traditional music of her community. On this day in 1943, Aimé Painé was born in Ingeniero Luis A. Huergo, Argentina as Olga Elisa, a name she had to adopt due to a law that barred the use of Indigenous names. After being separated from her family at the age of three, Painé’s adoptive parents recognized her unique vocal talent and enrolled her in music school. She joined the National Polyphonic Choir in Buenos Aires in her late 20s. During one of the group's international recitals, she learned that Argentina was among the only nations in attendance that didn’t perform Indigenous music. This denial of native heritage prompted Painé to embark on a journey to southern Argentina to reconnect with her Indigenous roots. Her quest led to a reunion with her biological, Mapuche father who inspired Painé to carry on their ancestral heritage through music. She reinterpreted ancient Mapuche songs in the native language of Mapudungun while playing traditional instruments, such as the cultrun and the cascahuillas. As one of the first musicians to popularize Mapuche music, Painé traveled across Argentina dressed in traditional Mapuche garb through the 1980s, singing stories of her people and denouncing their marginalization. In 1987, Painé represented the Mapuche people at a United Nations conference, where she brought global awareness to her community’s struggle for equal rights. Today, Painé's legacy is honored each year on September 10 as the “Day of Mapuche Culture” in Argentina. Happy birthday, Aimé Painé and thank you for safeguarding Mapuche musical traditions! Early concepts of the watercolor Doodle artwork below Location: Tags: , , , , , , , , ,
22.08.2021 19:46 Date: August 23, 2021 Get vaccinated. Wear a mask. Save lives. As COVID-19 continues to impact communities around the world, help stop the spread by finding and following . about resources to help you and your communities stay informed and connected, and the latest ways we're responding. Location: , , , , , Tags: , , , , ,
20.08.2021 00:30 Date: August 20, 2021 Get vaccinated. Wear a mask. Save lives. As COVID-19 continues to impact communities around the world, help stop the spread by finding and following . about resources to help you and your communities stay informed and connected, and the latest ways we're responding. Location: , , Tags: , , , , ,
20.08.2021 00:30 Date: August 20, 2021 As COVID-19 continues to impact communities around the world, people are coming together to help one another now more than ever. We’re launching a Doodle series to recognize and honor many of those on the front lines. Today, we’d like to say: To all doctors, nurses, and medical workers, thank you. Help stop the spread of COVID-19 by following . about the latest ways we’re responding, and how our products can help people stay connected during this time. Location: , , , , Tags: , , , , , ,
18.08.2021 23:01 Date: August 15, 2021 Today’s Doodle celebrates the National Liberation Day of Korea, known in Korean as Gwangbokjeol , which translates literally to “Restoration of Light Day.” This public holiday commemorates the anniversary of the day Korea was liberated following the end of World War II in 1945. August 15 also recognizes the establishment of the first official South Korean government on this day in 1948. Gwangbokjeol is a combination of three carefully chosen Korean characters: ‘광’ or “light”; ‘복’ or “restoration”; and ‘절’ or “holiday.” As the nation’s history on the Korean peninsula extends as far back as 4 BCE, the character for “restoration” is used instead of “independence” to highlight the thousands of years of history that preceded its occupation by other forces. Koreans worldwide celebrate the nation’s hard-won independence and rich history with public displays of the taegeukgi , while official government ceremonies honor those who made sacrifices to establish a sovereign state. 광복절 만세 ! Happy National Liberation Day, Korea! Location: Tags: , , , ,
18.08.2021 23:01 Date: August 15, 2021 At the stroke of midnight on this day in 1947, India’s decades-long movement for independence culminated as the nation became a sovereign republic. Today’s Doodle, illustrated by Kolkata, India-based guest artist , celebrates India’s Independence Day and its cultural traditions forged in centuries of historical progress. Home to over an estimated 1.3 billion people, India is inhabited by one-sixth of the total global population and is characterized by the thousands of distinct languages and ethnic groups within its borders. Indians across the subcontinent’s 29 states celebrate their freedom and multicultural spirit with customs such as traditional dance performances, which vary depending on regional culture. The Doodle artwork illustrates these diverse forms of dance. From the classical tradition of Bharatnatyam depicted on the far left to the oldest Indian dance style with origins stretching back 3000 years in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. Depicted third from the right, the masked reenactments from Indian epics known as Chhau dance have origins in the eastern state of Jharkhand, the Purulia Chau, and the Seraikella Chau regions. The far right dancer depicts dance from Kathakali. Happy Independence Day, India! Guest Artist Q&A with Sayan Mukherjee Today’s Doodle was illustrated by Kolkata, India-based guest artist . Below, he shares his thoughts behind the making of this Doodle: Q. Why was this topic meaningful to you personally? A. As an Indian, Independence Day has always been a meaningful day for each and every Indian. I remember the flag hoisting ceremony from school, it always felt very special and a sense of pride to see the national flag flying. Q. What were your first thoughts when you were approached about working on this Doodle? A. When I was approached to work on the Doodle, I started thinking about India's rich heritage, culture, tradition and so on. Since India is such a vast country with such a diverse population there is only one thing that holds all of us together and that is our unity in diversity. I tried to capture that from the Doodle. Q. Did you draw inspiration from anything in particular for this Doodle? A. Yes, I did draw inspiration from many Indian traditional dance forms, their posture and attire. Q. What message do you hope people take away from your Doodle? A. I have used different Indian dance forms to show the diversity of the country and coming together seamlessly on a stage performing. That shows the unity among each other being different. It is the unity of India which is holding us all together strong. I hope people take that from the Doodle. Location: Tags: , , , , , ,
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18.08.2021 23:01 Date: August 16, 2021 Get vaccinated. Wear a mask. Save lives. As COVID-19 continues to impact communities around the world, help stop the spread by finding and following . about resources to help you and your communities stay informed and connected, and the latest ways we're responding. Location: , , , Tags: , , , , ,
18.08.2021 23:01 Date: August 16, 2021 Today’s Doodle, illustrated by New Zealand-based guest artist , celebrates the 117th birthday of Indian activist and author Subhadra Kumari Chauhan, a trailblazing writer and freedom fighter whose work rose to national prominence during a male-dominated era of literature. Her evocative nationalist poem “Jhansi ki Rani” is widely regarded as one of the most recited poems in Hindi literature. On this day in 1904, Subhadra Kumari Chauhan was born in the Indian village of Nihalpur. She was known to write constantly, even in the horse cart on the way to school, and her first poem was published at just nine years old. The call for Indian independence reached its height during her early adulthood. As a participant in the Indian Nationalist Movement, she used her poetry to call others to fight for their nation’s sovereignty. Chauhan’s poetry and prose primarily centered around the hardships that Indian women overcame, such as gender and caste discrimination. Her poetry remained uniquely underscored by her resolute nationalism. In 1923, Chauhan’s unyielding activism led her to become the first woman satyagrahi, a member of the Indian collective of nonviolent anti-colonialists to be arrested in the struggle for national liberation. She continued to make revolutionary statements in the fight for freedom both on and off the page into the 1940s, publishing a total of 88 poems and 46 short stories. Today, Chauhan’s poetry remains a staple in many Indian classrooms as a symbol of historical progress, encouraging future generations to stand up against social injustice and celebrate the words that shaped a nation’s history. Happy birthday, Subhadra Kumari Chauhan! Guest Artist Q&A with Prabha Mallya Today’s Doodle was illustrated by New Zealand-based guest artist . Below, she shares her thoughts behind the making of this Doodle: Q. Why was this topic meaningful to you personally? A. Subhadra Kumari is such an inspiring figure. She shows how the power of creativity, insightful words, determination and humour can overcome great challenges. I admire her courage and strength that manifested not just in her powerful poems, but also in her way of life-she was a woman well ahead of her time. Q. What were your first thoughts when you were approached about working on this Doodle? A. Excitement about drawing this amazing, historical figure and learning more about her life and work in the process. Q. Did you draw inspiration from anything in particular for this Doodle? A. The Rani of Jhansi seems to be such a kindred spirit to Subhadra :) Also, many of her other poems, including "Khilonewala" and "Balika ka Parichay." Q. What message do you hope people take away from your Doodle? A. Courage to follow your dreams :) Location: Tags: , , ,
18.08.2021 23:01 Date: August 19, 2021 Get vaccinated. Wear a mask. Save lives. As COVID-19 continues to impact communities around the world, help stop the spread by finding and following . about resources to help you and your communities stay informed and connected, and the latest ways we're responding. Location: , , , Tags: , , , , ,
18.08.2021 23:01 Date: August 18, 2021 Get vaccinated. Wear a mask. Save lives. As COVID-19 continues to impact communities around the world, help stop the spread by finding and following . about resources to help you and your communities stay informed and connected, and the latest ways we're responding. Location: , Tags: , , , , ,
18.08.2021 23:01 Date: August 17, 2021 Get vaccinated. Wear a mask. Save lives. As COVID-19 continues to impact communities around the world, help stop the spread by finding and following . about resources to help you and your communities stay informed and connected, and the latest ways we're responding. Location: , , Tags: , , , , ,
18.08.2021 23:01 Date: August 17, 2021 On this day in 1945, Indonesian leaders declared that the group of over 17,000 South Asian islands comprised a sovereign nation. Guest artist Kathrin Honesta illustrated today's Doodle to celebrate Indonesia’s Independence Day, known formally in Indonesian as Hari Kemerdekaan and colloquially as Tujuhbelasan . As Indonesia is home to over 300 unique, ethnic and linguistic groups, its Independence Day celebrations reflect its multicultural identity while also promoting solidarity within local communities—the nation’s motto “Bhinneka Tunggal Ika” means “Unity in Diversity.” Events include everything from traditional costume fashion shows, horse races to festivals centered around the decoration of bicycles. Although a great variety of celebrations can be observed on this holiday, displays of traditional Indonesian song and dance in annual carnival parades are ubiquitous across the archipelago. This year takes on a different meaning where communities are staying strong to protect each other and still celebrate their identity at home. Each letter in the Doodle artwork depicts elements common to Independence Day festivities, beginning with the Sasando, a nine-stringed harp-like instrument made of bamboo and palm leaves native to Rote Island of East Nusa Tenggara. From left to right, the other instruments, objects, and people pictured include a Rebana, a tambourine-like instrument; a Hudoq mask from Kalimantan; a Pakarena fan dancer from Sulawesi; a Tifa, a percussion instrument from Maluku; and finally, a Gambus or lute from Sumatera. The batik patterns and masks are unique to the instruments and dance origins. Happy Independence Day and keep stronger together, Indonesia! Early drafts of the Doodle: Location: Tags: , , , ,
