Prime Month and other diversity holidays have been removed from Google Calendar, with Google saying that the change happened months ago.

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 removal of certain holidays and cultural events from the default settings on Google Calendar has gained more attention this month, even though the company said the moves took place last year.

Separate from this Calendar shift, Google has gained attention over its recent decision to change the names of the Gulf of Mexico and Denali.

Google has implemented significant changes to its calendar features and diversity hiring goals, reflecting shifts in the political climate within the United States. In mid-2024, the tech giant decided to remove several key observances from its calendar product,