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Nowruz is a 3,000-year-old festival, making it one of the oldest in the world.
Haft-Sin is a Nowruz table, featuring 7 symbolic items, all beginning with "sin" and representing different aspects of life.
Nowruz celebrated by over 300M worldwide, including Iran, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, and many more.
Nowruz is a time for forgiveness and visiting loved ones to exchange gifts and good wishes.
The wind whispers of a safer and happier year ahead. Happy Nowruz!

California’s commercial building market will grow at 2.53% CAGR, reaching $193.9B by 2034.
Market growth is driven by sustainability, smart buildings, flexible workspaces, e-commerce, and mixed-use developments.

St Patrick's Day is the day we all turn a bit Irish.
13 million pints of Guinness are consumed worldwide on St. Patrick's Day.
Green is now the traditional color of St. Patrick's Day.

Research local fire history, hazard maps, and water sources before buying a home in wildfire-prone areas.
Choose fire-resistant materials like metal roofs and ember-proof vents to defend against wildfire embers and flames.

International Women's Day, also known as IWD for short, grew out of the labour movement to become a recognized annual event by the UN.It all started in 1908 when 15K women marched through NYC demanding shorter working hours, better pay and the right to vote.
Things were made official in 1975 when the United Nations started celebrating the day.
International Women's Day has become a date to celebrate how far women have come in society, in politics and economics.
While the political roots of the day mean, strikes and protests are organized to raise awareness of continued inequality.

Housing inventory surged in 2024, reaching its highest levels since 2019—until December’s drop.
Inventory fell sharply at the year’s end, a typical seasonal trend for homeowners.

California's Assembly Bill 2424 will dramatically change foreclosure procedures.
Lenders must notify third parties like family members or housing counselors about default notices during foreclosure.

Presidents' Day celebrates all past and present U.S. presidents.
It reflects on the nation's founding principles and values, including the Constitution and union.
Reading of Washington's Farewell Address by a U.S. senator remains an annual event for decades.Many patriotic and historical groups celebrate Presidents' Day with reenactments and events.