Red Nose Day 2019: How Does It Work, Why Is It Being Criticized?

Actor Benedict Cumberbatch is one of many celebrities who take part in Red Nose Day fund-raising efforts.

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May 23 is Red Nose Day in the United States.

March 15 was Red Nose Day in the United Kingdom.

Both are charity events involving red foam noses sold as part of fundraising campaigns to fight child poverty around the world.