The Chinese New Year, aka Spring Festival, marks the beginning of the lunar new year and is the most significant Chinese holiday. Rooted in mythology, it's said to have originated from the ancient fight against the mythical beast Nian, with the use of firecrackers and red decorations symbolizing luck and prosperity to ward off evil spirits. It has been celebrated for over 3,500 years, evolving from sacrificial ceremonies to the gods at the year's end for good harvests. Today, it initiates with the new moon that appears between 21 January and 20 February and lasts until the full moon, encompassing generally a 15-day period filled with various rituals and festivities, culminating in the Lantern Festival. Around 1/4 of the world’s population participates. Family reunions are central to the celebrations, with millions traveling home in one of the world's largest annual human migrations, known as Chunyun. Practices include thorough house cleaning to sweep away bad fortune, decorating homes with red lanterns and couplets, exchanging red envelopes (hongbao) containing money for luck, and enjoying lavish feasts with symbolic dishes, such as fish served whole (including head and tail) symbolizing a prosperous start and finish to the year. Each year is named after an animal, believed to influence personality traits and fortune, and associated with an element. 2024 is the Year of the Wood Dragon. More: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinese_New_Year Art&Text supported by ChatGPT.

The Dominican Republic celebrates its Independence Day on February 27th, marking the country's independence from Haiti in 1844. This day commemorates the culmination of the Dominican War of Independence, led by Juan Pablo Duarte, Francisco del Rosario Sánchez, and Matías Ramón Mella, who are considered the founding fathers of the Dominican Republic. These leaders were part of a secret society called La Trinitaria, which played a crucial role in the independence movement. The conflict was rooted in cultural differences between Haitians and Dominicans, alongside economic disputes. After years of Haitian rule, the Dominican Republic declared its independence in Santo Domingo. It was followed by a series of battles, with the final major conflict, the Battle of Santiago, occurring in 1844, solidifying Dominican sovereignty. Celebrations are centered around the Altar de la Patria at the "Parque Independencia" in Santo Domingo. This monument houses the remains of the founding fathers and serves as a focal point for nationalistic ceremonies. The day is marked by the tradition of wearing the national colors—blue, red, and white—and the extensive use of music and dance to celebrate. Parades, cultural performances, and patriotic displays run also across the nation. Dominican Independence Day celebrates the Dominican Republic's rich culture, traditions, and the enduring spirit of its people. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dominican_War_of_Independence Art&Text🫶ChatGPT&Photoshop AI.

Ludwig Haberlandt (1885-1932) was an Austrian physiologist recognized as The Father of Hormonal Contraception due to his pioneering research into the hormonal regulation of fertility. In the early 20th century, Haberlandt's work laid the foundational principles for the development of the birth control pill, marking a monumental shift in reproductive health and gender equality. Haberlandt first conceptualized hormonal contraception in 1921, positing that it was possible to prevent pregnancy by administering extracts from the ovaries and placenta in rabbits, demonstrating that these injections could temporarily inhibit ovulation. Although his initial findings were met with skepticism and resistance, they introduced the idea that controlling fertility could be achieved through hormonal manipulation. The significance of Haberlandt's discoveries cannot be overstated. By establishing the hormonal basis for contraception, he paved the way for the development of the oral contraceptive pill, which was introduced to the public in the 1960s. This innovation has had profound implications for women's rights, allowing women greater control over their bodies and reproductive choices, facilitating participation in the workforce, and contributing to societal shifts towards gender equality. Haberlandt's contributions were not widely recognized during his lifetime. He was far ahead of his time. Rest in peace. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ludwig_Haberlandt Art&Text supported by ChatGPT.

The world is a space full of wonders, mysteries and challenges eagerly awaiting discovery and eventual resolution. Social interactions and the desire to explore uncharted realms evoked topics that nowadays are of utmost importance to many people around the globe. These topics can revolve around many aspects of society and the individual but sexual intercourse has always been an essential part of human life, which leads us to believe that contraception is a crucial matter to each and every one of us. All of us who came together for this wonderful occasion share a common vision: We firmly believe that every individual possesses the inherent right to informed decision-making about their body. This includes the right to choose when, if and with whom they want children. In this way, we stand together in unwavering support of the World Contraception Day! The World Contraception Day takes place on September 26th every year. More information: https://www.unfpa.org/events/world-contraception-day https://www.your-life.com/en/for-doctors-parents-etc/about-wcd #WCD #WCD23 Jesus del Valle works at Bayer Pharmaceuticals as Head of Business Disruption. Bayer POAPs terms and conditions: https://bayer.com/poap

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The Bayer Berlin summer event is known for its relaxing & comforting atmosphere. Colleagues come together to network, laugh, and drinking one or two beers together. This time around, everyone’s faces will be covered in masks. The thrill of the Venetian night is running through our spines. BUT… The bravest and most dedicated souls among you have decided to embark on an adventure… Today marks the beginning of your journey which incorporates meeting incredible people along the way and, most importantly, enjoying the sensational atmosphere among colleagues and friends. Are you ready for the Safari? Art by Stable Diffusion and Lena Schermer. Bayer POAPs terms and conditions: https://bayer.com/poap.

Unter die Haut Urmenschlich. Tief. Am 23. Mai 2023 geht es um die existentiellen Fragen. Schumann, Mendelssohn, Brahms in der Bearbeitung von Aribert Reimann. Die Lieder: ganz sie selbst und doch größer. Tiefer. Eine Übersetzung in eine Vielschichtigkeit, die das junge Aris Quartett auf höchstem Niveau spielt. Die Stimme von Christiane Karg. Berührend. Fast anklagend. Instrumente und Sängerin singen einander zu. Das Publikum wird in den Bann gezogen. Ein tiefgründiger Abend, der unter die Haut geht.

Thanks for leaving your feedback after your NNOC tour! Around 300 colleagues from the areas of Global Marketing, Region EMEA, Medical Affairs, Procurement Marketing and their business partners are now working in the newly designed offices on the 7th floor of S101/102. By the end of January, more colleagues from the R&D and Oncology departments will move into the Next Normal Office Concept (NNOC) office space on the 5th floor of the main building. The NNOC pilot project includes around 800 pilot participants. In addition to the NNOC pilot project in Berlin, there are other NNOC pilot projects in Leverkusen, Monheim, Barcelona, Budapest and Basel, among others. Rund 300 Kolleg*innen aus den Bereichen Global Marketing, Region EMEA, Medical Affairs, Procurement Marketing und deren Business Partners arbeiten inzwischen in den neugestalteten Büros in der 7. Etage des S101/102. Bis Ende Januar ziehen weitere Kolleg*innen aus den Bereichen R&D und Onkologie in die Next Normal Office Concept (NNOC)-Bürofläche im 5. Etage des Hauptgebäudes. Das NNOC-Pilotprojekt umfasst rund 800 Pilotteilnehmer*innen. Neben dem NNOC-Pilotprojekt in Berlin gibt es weitere NNOC-Pilotprojekte unter anderem in Leverkusen, Monheim, Barcelona, Budapest und Basel. Art by Lena Schermer, aka Nueruka. Bayer POAPs Terms & Conditions: https://bayer.com/poap