Monkey Day News Today

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are a few recommendations from Globe writers and critics, covering music, theater, comedy, museums, family events, and more.

In the news for the week ending December 9, 2022, are an ancient tortoise, a dial of destiny, another word of the year, an odd drink mix, and more.

Dec. 8: Lard Day, National Blue Collar Day, National Brownie Day

US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry on November 7 affirmed support to Vietnam in just energy transition and climate change response.

The forest protection sub-department in the northernmost mountainous province of Ha Giang in collaboration with the US’s Denver Animal Foundation celebrated the 2022 Monkey Day in the local Vi Xyen district on November 5, with a focus on promoting the conservation of the rare snub-nosed monkey.

December 14 is Monkey Day! We may look just a bit different from our primate pals, but we shouldn’t forget that we share a common ancestor with them in chimpanzees!

As cases and hospitalizations rise, California has mandated masks in indoor public spaces starting tomorrow.

Day of the Horse, Day of Reconciliation, Chocolate-Covered Anything Day all coming up this week

Day of the Horse, Day of Reconciliation, Chocolate-Covered Anything Day all coming up this week

If you go out Christmas shopping Friday, make it a point to be kind to the person helping you at the store.