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Feb
18
Immigration / Law / Policy

Kyrgyzstan's State Committee for National Security rearrests former deputy chief of Custom Service Raimbek Matraimov due to an ongoing investigation into allega

Kyrgyzstan's State Committee for National Security rearrests former deputy chief of Custom Service Raimbek Matraimov due to an ongoing investigation into allegations of money laundering. The arrest comes days after hundreds protested in the capital of Bishkek over a court commuting his sentence last week. (Radio Free Europe)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 18, 2021
Feb
18
Immigration / Law / Policy

South Australia reopens its land border with Victoria to the state's regional population, while still restricting travelers from Melbourne, the location of the

South Australia reopens its land border with Victoria to the state's regional population, while still restricting travelers from Melbourne, the location of the recent outbreak. Similar restrictions are also in place at the New South Wales and Tasmanian borders. (9 News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 18, 2021
Feb
19
Politics / Government

2021 Turks and Caicos Islands general election The opposition Progressive National Party wins 14 of the 15 seats in the House of Assembly, with Washington Misic

2021 Turks and Caicos Islands general election The opposition Progressive National Party wins 14 of the 15 seats in the House of Assembly, with Washington Misick slated to become the next premier. Outgoing Premier Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson of the People's Democratic Movement loses re-election to her seat. (Turks & Caicos Sun)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 19, 2021
Feb
19
Politics / Government

47th G7 summit U.S.

47th G7 summit U.S. President Joe Biden and Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi make their first global appearance at a virtual G7 meeting as the countries discuss COVID-19 recovery, trade, social media, free speech, and their approach to China. The countries also commit to offer $7.5 billion in funding for vaccination rollouts in poor countries. (France 24) President Biden, in a reversal of the Trump administration's approach to the COVID-19 pandemic, says that the United States will contribute up to $4 billion to COVAX. (CBS News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 19, 2021
Feb
19
Immigration / Law / Policy

The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies votes 364–130 to confirm the Supreme Federal Court-mandated arrest of congressman Daniel Silveira (PSL-RJ) for posting videos

The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies votes 364–130 to confirm the Supreme Federal Court-mandated arrest of congressman Daniel Silveira (PSL-RJ) for posting videos online threatening the judges of the Court, calling for the Court's extinction and for a new AI-5 – considered the most repressive legal instrument of the former Brazilian military government. His party is also considering his expulsion. (EN24) (O Globo)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 19, 2021
Feb
19
Politics / Government

The opposition Progressive National Party wins 14 of the 15 seats in the House of Assembly, with Washington Misick slated to become the next premier.

The opposition Progressive National Party wins 14 of the 15 seats in the House of Assembly, with Washington Misick slated to become the next premier. Outgoing Premier Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson of the People's Democratic Movement loses re-election to her seat. (Turks & Caicos Sun)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 19, 2021
Feb
19
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on politics Argentine Health Minister Ginés González García resigns amid scandal over preferenti

COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on politics Argentine Health Minister Ginés González García resigns amid scandal over preferential treatment for the Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine to his close friends, including journalist Horacio Verbitsky. (The Washington Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 19, 2021
Feb
19
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Florida, Lineage P.1 Florida reports their first case of the Brazil variant of SARS-CoV-2, making it

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Florida, Lineage P.1 Florida reports their first case of the Brazil variant of SARS-CoV-2, making it the fourth state to do so after Minnesota, Oklahoma, and Maryland. (WFTS-TV) Florida surpasses 30,000 deaths from COVID-19. (Miami Herald) COVID-19 pandemic in Idaho, 501.V2 variant Idaho reports their first case of the 501.V2 variant in a person from Southwestern Idaho who previously travelled internationally. (Idaho Statesman)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 19, 2021
Feb
20
Politics / Government

February 13–17, 2021 North American winter storm, 2021 Texas power crisis U.S.

February 13–17, 2021 North American winter storm, 2021 Texas power crisis U.S. President Joe Biden declares a major disaster in Texas following a severe winter storm and cold weather that left at least 70 people dead and millions of others without power. The declaration allows federal funds to be spent and made available to affected people. (NBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 20, 2021
Feb
20
Politics / Government

2020–2021 Thai protests, COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand, impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on politics Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha survives a second vote of n

2020–2021 Thai protests, COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand, impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on politics Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha survives a second vote of no-confidence in the House of Representatives, accused of mismanagement of the economy, mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic, corruption, and abuse of human rights. (The Washington Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 20, 2021
Feb
20
Health / Disasters

Aftermath of the 2021 storming of the United States Capitol The Department of Justice and the FBI announce that they are investigating whether Alex Jones, Roger

Aftermath of the 2021 storming of the United States Capitol The Department of Justice and the FBI announce that they are investigating whether Alex Jones, Roger Stone, and Stop the Steal organizer Ali Alexander played any role in inciting the January 6 riot at the United States Capitol. (The Independent)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 20, 2021
Feb
21
Immigration / Law / Policy

COVID-19 pandemic in Oceania COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Australia begins a mass vaccination campaign with the Pfizer–BioNTech vaccine.

COVID-19 pandemic in Oceania COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Australia begins a mass vaccination campaign with the Pfizer–BioNTech vaccine. Prime Minister Scott Morrison is one of the first people to receive a vaccine. (ABC Australia) Australia and New Zealand reopen their maritime borders after recent outbreaks in both countries have been contained. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 21, 2021
Feb
22
Immigration / Law / Policy

Personal and business legal affairs of Donald Trump The United States Supreme Court, by a 7–2 vote, declines to block the subpoena of Manhattan District Attorne

Personal and business legal affairs of Donald Trump The United States Supreme Court, by a 7–2 vote, declines to block the subpoena of Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance Jr. for former President Donald Trump's financial records, including his tax returns. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 22, 2021
Feb
22
Politics / Government

Fijian Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama urges the leaders of the Federated States of Micronesia, the Marshall Islands, Nauru, Kiribati, and Palau to reconsider

Fijian Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama urges the leaders of the Federated States of Micronesia, the Marshall Islands, Nauru, Kiribati, and Palau to reconsider their decision of leaving the Pacific Islands Forum and says that this is an opportunity to fight climate change. Bainimarama also invites U.S. President Joe Biden to the next forum meeting in August. (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 22, 2021
Feb
22
Economy / Jobs / Business

COVID-19 pandemic in India COVID-19 pandemic in Maharashtra Maharashtra imposes a ban on all political, social, and religious gatherings, as well as all process

COVID-19 pandemic in India COVID-19 pandemic in Maharashtra Maharashtra imposes a ban on all political, social, and religious gatherings, as well as all processions and public demonstrations in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19. (Business Today) India surpasses 11 million cases of COVID-19, becoming the second country to do so after the United States. (Hindustan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 22, 2021
Feb
22
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in North America COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Washington, D.C.

COVID-19 pandemic in North America COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Washington, D.C. The White House orders United States flags to fly at half-staff for the next five days in order to honor those who have died from COVID-19. (The Independent) The United States surpasses 500,000 deaths from COVID-19, just five weeks after the country passed 400,000 deaths. (CBS News) (NPR) COVID-19 pandemic in Mexico COVID-19 vaccination in Mexico Mexico receives the first shipment of 200,000 doses of Sputnik V vaccine. (VOA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 22, 2021
Feb
22
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Washington, D.C.

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Washington, D.C. The White House orders United States flags to fly at half-staff for the next five days in order to honor those who have died from COVID-19. (The Independent) The United States surpasses 500,000 deaths from COVID-19, just five weeks after the country passed 400,000 deaths. (CBS News) (NPR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 22, 2021
Feb
22
Pop Culture / Entertainment

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cinema, COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state), COVID-19 pandemic in New York City New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announces th

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cinema, COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state), COVID-19 pandemic in New York City New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announces that movie theatres in New York City can reopen with 25% capacity on March 5, in line with rules currently in place for locations in the rest of the state. (CNBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 22, 2021
Feb
22
Health / Disasters

Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The Vatican Press Office announces that all journalists to accompany Pope Francis on his March trip to Iraq

Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The Vatican Press Office announces that all journalists to accompany Pope Francis on his March trip to Iraq must receive a Covid vaccination. Certificates of vaccination are required for reporters seeking press credentials for the trip. (Catholic Culture)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 22, 2021
Feb
23
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Africa COVID-19 pandemic in Egypt Egypt receives 300,000 doses of China's Sinopharm vaccine.

COVID-19 pandemic in Africa COVID-19 pandemic in Egypt Egypt receives 300,000 doses of China's Sinopharm vaccine. (Asharq Al-awsat) COVID-19 pandemic in Senegal Senegal begins a vaccination campaign against COVID-19 using 200,000 doses of China's Sinopharm vaccine. Government ministers and health workers are the first to receive the vaccine. (U.S. News and World Report)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 23, 2021
Feb
23
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in North Dakota The North Dakota House votes 50–44 to pass House Bill 1323, which bans state and local

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in North Dakota The North Dakota House votes 50–44 to pass House Bill 1323, which bans state and local officials from imposing mask mandates. (Grand Forks Herald) COVID-19 pandemic in Washington (state), 501.V2 variant Washington reports their first case of the 501.V2 variant first detected in South Africa in King County. (The Seattle Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 23, 2021
Feb
24
Major Trends

Authorities in Germany and Belgium seize more than 23,000 kilograms (51,000 lb) of cocaine, worth billions of dollars, in an international operation that result

Authorities in Germany and Belgium seize more than 23,000 kilograms (51,000 lb) of cocaine, worth billions of dollars, in an international operation that resulted in one arrest. Authorities consider this to be the largest amount of cocaine ever seized in Europe. The containers came on a ship from Paraguay, via Tangier and Rotterdam, the police said. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 24, 2021
Feb
24
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Africa COVID-19 pandemic in Egypt Egypt grants emergency use authorization for Russia's Sputnik V vaccine.

COVID-19 pandemic in Africa COVID-19 pandemic in Egypt Egypt grants emergency use authorization for Russia's Sputnik V vaccine. (PR Newswire) COVID-19 pandemic in Ghana Ghana becomes the first country in the world to receive vaccines distributed through the COVAX initiative, with 600,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine. (The Washington Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 24, 2021
Feb
24
Immigration / Law / Policy

Drug policy of Germany Authorities in Germany and Belgium seize more than 23,000 kilograms (51,000 lb) of cocaine, worth billions of dollars, in an internationa

Drug policy of Germany Authorities in Germany and Belgium seize more than 23,000 kilograms (51,000 lb) of cocaine, worth billions of dollars, in an international operation that resulted in one arrest. Authorities consider this to be the largest amount of cocaine ever seized in Europe. The containers came on a ship from Paraguay, via Tangier and Rotterdam, the police said. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 24, 2021
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