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• Subtopic: Bonfire Night Bonfire Night is celebrated in Great Britain on the 5th of November. It commemorates the arrest of Guy Fawkes, who was caught guarding explosives hidden under the House of Lords in London. This event, known as the Gunpowder Plot, was foiled and is seen as a victory for Protestants and a show of monarchical and public thanksgiving. The celebration includes parades, fireworks, food, bonfires, and the burning of effigies known as "guys." • Subtopic: Diwali Diwali is India's biggest holiday of the year, celebrated over five days starting on the 20th of October. In northern India, it celebrates the story of King Rama. In southern India, it marks the day Lord Krishna defeated the demon Narakasura. In western India, it commemorates the day Lord Vishnu sent the demon king to rule. People clean their homes, shop for gold or kitchen utensils, decorate their homes with clay lamps, and create designs. On the main day, families gather together, visit friends, and brothers visit their married sisters. This celebration lasts for one week. • Subtopic: National Day Hungary's National Day is celebrated on the 15th of March every year. It commemorates the start of the H...