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Surfer fatally bitten by shark off Australia's east coast

A surfer was fatally bitten by a shark off Australia's eastern coast Sunday as many locals went to beaches to celebrate Father's Day. Fellow surfers, bystanders and paramedics gave the man CPR but he had a critical arm injury and could not be revived, New South Wales ambulance official Chris Wilson said. Witness Aaron Armstrong said Emerald Beach was very popular and many locals were in the water enjoying and celebrating Father's Day.

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Submit a photo to show us what your Father’s Day looked like

What better time to show the fathers we love how much they mean than on Father’s Day? It’s been an interesting year, and although some of the country is reopening, many people are still staying home to stay safe. Because of that, this year might be a little different than others -- as far as the celebrations go -- but that doesn’t make it any less important. We’d love to catch a glimpse into your special day. Share a photo by submitting below.

What gifts NOT to buy on Father’s Day, according to one survey

For those who are stumped about what kind of gift to buy for Father’s Day, maybe one suggestion that could help is this: Start with what not to buy for the occasion. Coupon Lawn surveyed more than 1,000 fathers in the United States to see what their most unwanted gifts were for Father’s Day. The survey found that 46% of people buy clothes as Father’s Day gifts. The responses found that 30% of fathers dislike receiving these, even though 59% of people who get gifts on Father’s Day buy cards. Coupon Lawn said as part of its survey that $5.3 billion is spent on unwanted Father’s Day gifts, although that is half of the $10.5 billion the site said is spent on unwanted Mother’s Day gifts.

What Would Have Been: US Open final round for Father's Day

FILE - In this June 16, 2019, file photo, Gary Woodland poses with the trophy after winning the U.S. Open Championship golf tournament in Pebble Beach, Calif. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the golf to watch on Father's Day this year will not be the U.S. Open as is usually the case. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)The golf to watch on Father's Day this year won't be the U.S. Open as is usually the case. There also will be no live baseball to watch this week from either the major leagues or the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska. TRIVIA BREAK: When was the last time the U.S. Open wasn't played on Father's Day? TRIVIA ANSWER: 1975, when the U.S. Open finished on June 22, the week after Father's Day.

5 reasons why you might want to consider skipping a restaurant on Father’s Day

While restaurant reservation books are usually filled for Mother’s Day, there traditionally isn’t as much ink required for those same books on Father’s Day, according to one website. Father’s Day does see an uptick for restaurant activity, according to Womply, which said the holiday brings in 22% more revenue for restaurants. In fact, only 29% of fathers surveyed said they wanted to be taken out to eat on Father’s Day, according to Zagat. While they’re happy to spoil mothers on their special day and spend money at a restaurant, many fathers said they’d prefer to keep some money in the bank, Father’s Day or no Father’s Day. Cooking up some burgers or hot dogs is a joy for many fathers, and Father’s Day provides a great excuse to do exactly that.

When do countries around the world celebrate Father’s Day?

Here is when some other countries celebrate Father’s Day. RomaniaWhile many countries have Mother’s Day on the second Sunday in May, Romania reserves that day to have its Father’s Day. GermanyThis country coincides Father’s Day every year with Ascension Day, which is the 40th day of Easter. Jordan, Egypt and LebanonAlong with Kosovo, Syria and the United Arab Emirates, these countries celebrate Father’s Day every June 21. Scandinavian countriesSweden, Finland, Norway, Iceland and Estonia all celebrate Father’s Day on the second day of November.

Bizarre Father’s Day rituals around world

Here are some rituals and traditions other countries have when they celebrate Father’s Day. Germany"No women allowed" is often a theme of Father’s Day in Germany. NepalA ceremony is performed in which boys touch their heads to their father’s feet, while girls touch their heads to their father’s hands. Each Father’s Day in Mexico City, a 21K (or 13-mile) run takes place for fathers. South AfricaChildren often spend the day fishing in hopes of catching dinner for their fathers.

Why did it take so long for Father’s Day to be created?

So, what on earth took so long for Father’s Day to be a recognized event in the United States? The federal government certainly was opposed to the official creation of Father’s Day for the longest time, despite numerous initial attempts to have a Father’s Day established. For decades, Congress rejected attempts to make Father’s Day an official holiday, but slowly, over that time, that sentiment changed as the role of fathers evolved. According to the National Retail Federation, roughly $15 billion was spent on Father’s Day in 2018. No doubt, Father’s Day has come a long way from its surprising decades of resistance.

Dad angered over Father's Day cake kills 5-year-old son, prosecutors say

MILWAUKEE - A Milwaukee father is accused of fatally punching his 5-year-old son because the boy ate some of the cheesecake he had gotten for Father's Day, according to prosecutors. Travis Stackhouse is charged with first-degree reckless homicide in the child's death last Saturday. The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office determined the boy died from blunt force trauma to the abdomen. A complaint said the 29-year-old father initially told police his son was injured after falling down the stairs. Authorities said Stackhouse became angry his children were eating his cheesecake, went to a bar and returned about 2 a.m., at which time the mother of the child called 911.

Why did it take so long for Fathers Day to be created?

So, what on earth took so long for Fathers Day to be a recognized event in the United States? The federal government certainly was opposed to the official creation of Fathers Day for the longest time, despite numerous initial attempts to have a Fathers Day established. For decades, Congress rejected attempts to make Fathers Day an official holiday, but slowly, over that time, that sentiment changed as the role of fathers evolved. According to the National Retail Federation, roughly $15 billion was spent on Fathers Day in 2018. No doubt, Fathers Day has come a long way from its surprising decades of resistance.

Bizarre Fathers Day rituals around world

Here are some rituals and traditions other countries have when they celebrate Fathers Day. Germany"No women allowed" is often a theme of Fathers Day in Germany. NepalA ceremony is performed in which boys touch their heads to their fathers feet, while girls touch their heads to their fathers hands. Each Fathers Day in Mexico City, a 21K (or 13-mile) run takes place for fathers. South AfricaChildren often spend the day fishing in hopes of catching dinner for their fathers.

When do countries around the world celebrate Fathers Day?

Here is when some other countries celebrate Fathers Day. RomaniaWhile many countries have Mothers Day on the second Sunday in May, Romania reserves that day to have its Fathers Day. GermanyThis country coincides Fathers Day every year with Ascension Day, which is the 40th day of Easter. Jordan, Egypt and LebanonAlong with Kosovo, Syria and the United Arab Emirates, these countries celebrate Fathers Day every June 21. Scandinavian countriesSweden, Finland, Norway, Iceland and Estonia all celebrate Fathers Day on the second day of November.

Freebies for Dad, free LeBron James Slurpee

Find it on menus for Father's Day. Lots of restaurants are offering freebies and dining deals for dads on June 15. Beef O'Brady's: The sportin' spot in Cooper City is giving dads a free $10 meal with any entree purchase. Butterfly World in Coconut Creek is offering free admission to fathers on Saturday and June 15, too. White-hot cold oneThe Miami Heat bring the big show home Tuesday, but in the meantime, slam dunk a free LeBron James Sprite 6 Mix Slurpee at 7-Eleven starting Monday.

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