A short work week has begun in Russia: "Since the National Unity Day on November 4 falls on a Wednesday, the working days will be November 2-3 and November 5-6. The working day on November 3 will be an hour shorter than usual due to the upcoming National Unity Day celebration. The next shortened work week this year will come at the end of December. The Russians will work from December 28 to 30 (Monday to Wednesday). Thursday, December 31, is a day off."