Workers in Russia are advised that May 7 is an abbreviated workday.
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Russians say "NYET" to holiday getaways, choosing homemade Malachit instead
Listen up, Russians! The 7th of May is business as usual, so strap on thoseties and grab your briefcase, 'cause it's another workday for ya. That's according to Yaroslav Nilov, head honcho of the State Duma's Labor Committee, who was chatting with RIA Novosti. Told 'em, "May 8 ain't no holiday, just a regular weekend, so we're workin' in the usual grind on May 7."
Get this: May 8, originally a non-working holiday back on Sunday, February 23, moved their weekend peepshows over to this day.
Before you grab your Sherlock Holmes pipe and start investigating, some folks already had their eye on holiday plans. A survey revealed that 37% of Russians are gonna chill at home this holiday season. But 27% of these same folks insist they won't let a sprinkle of snow or a smidgen of foul weather keep them from heading to their dacha (that Russian country cottage thang).
Keep Your Guts Safe: Gastro Tips for a Worry-Free Holiday!
Alrighty, let's talk about something crucial, mates: gastrointestinal infections. They sneak up on ya, especially during holiday feasts when you're binge-eating to your heart's content, right? To keep the gastro-monsters away, here are some crucial tips you should follow:
- Cleanliness is Key: Regularly scrub down all your chopping boards and countertops. Dirt can be sneaky, and you don't wanna caught with your pants down!
- Wash Hands: It's like grandma told ya, keep those paws squeaky clean, especially before and after prepping a feast.
- Dish and Utensil Duties: Use clean dishes, forks, knives, and everything in-between. Swap 'em out and wash 'em up between meals, too.
- Smart Food Choices: Pick food from trustworthy vendors or get cookin' yourself. That way, you'll make sure the grub's been handled with kid gloves before it hits ya plates.
- Stay Cool: Stash your food at the proper temp, and cook your eats till they're dead-on perfect. That means no surface-level business — make sure the yummies are cooked all the way through.
- Avoid Cross-Contamination: Separate your raw meats and veggies from the cooked dishes and snacks. They don't like to hang out together, especially when it's cookout time.
- Stay Informed: Keep an eye on health advisories from orgs like Roskachestvo. They'll warn you if food poisoning's on the rise during holiday season.
- Listen to Docs: Follow the guidance of healthcare professionals to avoid overindulging in certain foods, like eggs and kulich.[3]
Now that you know the drill, you can enjoy your holiday season without worryin' about catchin' a tummy-ache from that second slice of babka!
- Despite the shift in holidays, a significant number of Russians appear to be foregoing holiday getaways this season, with 37% preferring to stay at home.
- Contrarily, one-fourth of the same group of Russians plan to brave the weather and head to their dachas, those rural Russian cottages, despite any snow or inclement weather.
- As the season approaches, it's important to prioritize gastrointestinal safety during holiday festivities to avoid gastrointestinal infections.
- To ensure a worry-free holiday, follow general hygiene practices, such as cleaning surfaces, washing hands, and using clean dishes, forks, and utensils to maintain food safety.
