Evolving symbol. In the United States, yellow ribbons were widely used to demonstrate a desire for the return of American hostages held in Tehran between 1979 and 1981.

Nearly 25 years since the red ribbon became the global symbol of AIDS awareness, countless other organizations have followed the rainbow in highlighting their causes through colour.

The red ribbon is internationally recognized as the symbol of HIV awareness after the efforts of "The Red Ribbon Project" by New York based group, Visual AIDS in 1991.

It seems yellow ribbons became a popular symbol only after the release of “Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round the Ole Oak Tree,” the 1973 hit song which told of the homecoming given to a released prisoner.

One symbol was specifically named: the St. George ribbon. Established in 1769 as The Order of St. George – the highest military decoration in the Russian Empire – the orange-and-black striped ...

The pink ribbon has been a symbol of breast cancer for over a decade, and is an international symbol of awareness. imogen groome; Published: 11:25, 10 Oct 2017; Updated: 11:31, 10 Oct 2017; ...

Learn more about the pink ribbon meaning and history, plus how they became accepted as a universal symbol for breast cancer awareness. Learn the inspiring story behind pink ribbons — and why ...

Sending a message. Many celebrities, including Cate Blanchett and Dolly Leon, were seen wearing a blue ribbon during the 2023 Oscars. What is the reason behind the symbol? Keep reading to learn more.

RIBBONS tied to the MoD fencing at Throckmorton are a symbol of sadness and hope, MP Peter Luff said.

QUESTION: Can you tell me something about “disease ribbons.” Like, where did the idea come from and why do people wear them? Also, do you have to belong to some kind of organization to … ...

The yellow ribbons around Southend are for the residents living in this out-of-control dictatorship of a town!

Three ribbons have been added to the flying dragon logo used to promote the city in a HK$1.4 million redesign - part of a review of Brand Hong Kong which left the 'Asia's World City' slogan unchanged.