Why So Many Birthdays on This Particular Day?

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For most western countries January first is a holiday. In Afghanistan and Pakistan it is the date of many, many birthdays. We find out why.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

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