The Silicon Valley giant said it made the change last year because it was difficult to keep up with every occasion, but some users questioned the decision.

Google’s online calendar has removed default references for a handful of holidays and cultural events — with users noticing that mentions of Pride and Black History Month, as well as other observances,

A Google spokesperson said in a statement that the decision was made in mid-2024 and did not indicate ideological or cultural motivations for that change.