Heavy police presence at Stamford Hill Lag BaOmer celebrations after terror threat raised
A significantly increased police presence accompanied Lag BaOmer celebrations in Stamford Hill , east London , on Tuesday (5 May), with officer numbers around five times higher than in 2025, according to the Metropolitan Police.
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All today →Saint George's Day
Saint George's Day is observed in Bulgaria (Гергьовден, ден на храбростта и Българската армия). Recognized nationally.
Martyr's Day
Martyr's Day is observed in Gabon. Recognized nationally.
Constitution Memorial Day
Constitution Memorial Day is observed in Japan (憲法記念日). Recognized nationally.
National No Diet Day
Created in 1992 by British author Mary Evans Young, the day promotes body acceptance and challenges diet culture. Research now broadly supports the conclusion that most diets fail within two years and can trigger cycles of restriction. May 6th is the annual permission slip.
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