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Aug
03
Major Trends

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announces that the city will issue a vaccine mandate for indoor dining, gyms, and public performances, making New York City t

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announces that the city will issue a vaccine mandate for indoor dining, gyms, and public performances, making New York City the first U.S. city to do so. The program will begin on August 16 and will be enforceable beginning on September 13. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 3, 2021
Aug
04
Immigration / Law / Policy

COVID-19 pandemic in mainland China, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The Chinese immigration authority suspends the issuing of ordinary pas

COVID-19 pandemic in mainland China, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The Chinese immigration authority suspends the issuing of ordinary passports and other documents needed for exiting the country for "non-essential and non-emergency" reasons as the country restricts overseas travel in order to prevent the spread of the Delta variant. (Radio France Internationale)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 4, 2021
Aug
04
Immigration / Law / Policy

The Chinese immigration authority suspends the issuing of ordinary passports and other documents needed for exiting the country for "non-essential and non-emerg

The Chinese immigration authority suspends the issuing of ordinary passports and other documents needed for exiting the country for "non-essential and non-emergency" reasons as the country restricts overseas travel in order to prevent the spread of the Delta variant. (Radio France Internationale)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 4, 2021
Aug
04
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Illinois Illinois Governor J.

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Illinois Illinois Governor J. B. Pritzker issues a vaccine mandate for healthcare workers, as well as a mask mandate for schools and indoor sporting events. (Patch) COVID-19 pandemic in Louisiana Louisiana reports 2,247 hospitalizations in the past 24 hours, a new single-day record. (The Times-Picayune/The New Orleans Advocate) COVID-19 pandemic in Oregon Oregon Governor Kate Brown announces that healthcare workers will be required to receive the COVID-19 vaccine or otherwise undergo testing. (Portland Tribune)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 4, 2021
Aug
05
Politics / Government

2021 Iranian presidential election Hardline cleric Ebrahim Raisi is sworn-in as the eighth President of Iran after being approved by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei

2021 Iranian presidential election Hardline cleric Ebrahim Raisi is sworn-in as the eighth President of Iran after being approved by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Raisi has promised to end US sanctions and work for the vital oil sector of Iran, which has been affected by the sanctions. (Deutsche Welle)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 5, 2021
Aug
05
Politics / Government

2021 Italy wildfires Thousands of firefighters and water-bombing aircraft are deployed as wildfires continue to spread across Italy amid an unprecedented heat w

2021 Italy wildfires Thousands of firefighters and water-bombing aircraft are deployed as wildfires continue to spread across Italy amid an unprecedented heat wave caused by a heat dome event over southeast Europe. Hundreds of people are evacuated on Sardinia and Sicily, with Sardinian President Christian Solinas describing the situation as an "unprecedented disaster." (Voice of America)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 5, 2021
Aug
05
Politics / Government

Thousands of firefighters and water-bombing aircraft are deployed as wildfires continue to spread across Italy amid an unprecedented heat wave caused by a heat

Thousands of firefighters and water-bombing aircraft are deployed as wildfires continue to spread across Italy amid an unprecedented heat wave caused by a heat dome event over southeast Europe. Hundreds of people are evacuated on Sardinia and Sicily, with Sardinian President Christian Solinas describing the situation as an "unprecedented disaster." (Voice of America)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 5, 2021
Aug
06
Politics / Government

The Pacific Islands Forum opens with U.S.

The Pacific Islands Forum opens with U.S. President Joe Biden addressing the summit, after being invited by Fijian Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama. Biden urges the Federated States of Micronesia to rejoin after the country withdrew over disagreements in the election of Henry Puna as the forum's Secretary-General. (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 6, 2021
Aug
06
Politics / Government

2021 Taliban offensive Dawa Khan Menapal, head of the Government Media and Information Centre, is assassinated in Kabul.

2021 Taliban offensive Dawa Khan Menapal, head of the Government Media and Information Centre, is assassinated in Kabul. The Taliban claims responsibility for the killing, saying that Menapal "was punished for his actions". (Reuters) The Taliban captures Zaranj, the provincial capital of Nimruz Province, making it the first major capture of a provincial city by the group since the 2001 invasion. A spokesperson for the local police confirms that the city has fallen into Taliban control and blames the lack of reinforcements of military from the central government. (The West Australia)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 6, 2021
Aug
06
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in South America COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina surpasses five million cases of COVID-19 after reporting 13,549 new cases in the pas

COVID-19 pandemic in South America COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina surpasses five million cases of COVID-19 after reporting 13,549 new cases in the past 24 hours. (Infobae) COVID-19 pandemic in Peru COVID-19 vaccination in Peru Peruvian President Pedro Castillo, First Lady Lilia Paredes, and Health Minister Hernando Cevallos receive their first doses of the Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine. (Xinhuanet)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 6, 2021
Aug
06
Politics / Government

The Taliban captures Zaranj, the provincial capital of Nimruz Province, making it the first major capture of a provincial city by the group since the 2001 invas

The Taliban captures Zaranj, the provincial capital of Nimruz Province, making it the first major capture of a provincial city by the group since the 2001 invasion. A spokesperson for the local police confirms that the city has fallen into Taliban control and blames the lack of reinforcements of military from the central government. (The West Australia)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 6, 2021
Aug
06
Major Trends

New Jersey gym owner Scott K.

New Jersey gym owner Scott K. Fairlamb and Washington resident Devlyn D. Thompson pleads guilty to assaulting U.S. Capitol Police officers during the January 6 riot at the Capitol, becoming the first suspects to do so. (The Washington Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 6, 2021
Aug
07
Politics / Government

Taliban insurgency 2021 Taliban offensive The Taliban captures Sheberghan, the provincial capital of Jowzjan Province, making it the second capture of a provinc

Taliban insurgency 2021 Taliban offensive The Taliban captures Sheberghan, the provincial capital of Jowzjan Province, making it the second capture of a provincial capital by the Islamist group in the past 24 hours. (NDTV) The British and American governments warn their citizens to leave Afghanistan "immediately" amid the Taliban advance and a worsening security situation in the country. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 7, 2021
Aug
07
Politics / Government

War in Afghanistan Taliban insurgency 2021 Taliban offensive The Taliban captures Sheberghan, the provincial capital of Jowzjan Province, making it the second c

War in Afghanistan Taliban insurgency 2021 Taliban offensive The Taliban captures Sheberghan, the provincial capital of Jowzjan Province, making it the second capture of a provincial capital by the Islamist group in the past 24 hours. (NDTV) The British and American governments warn their citizens to leave Afghanistan "immediately" amid the Taliban advance and a worsening security situation in the country. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 7, 2021
Aug
08
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji The Permanent Secretary of Health James Fong announces that the number of COVID-19 infections are continuing to increases in parts of

COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji The Permanent Secretary of Health James Fong announces that the number of COVID-19 infections are continuing to increases in parts of the country, which began with the second wave in April. Fiji is now the hardest-hit country in Oceania and is only second in the number of infections in the region, with the most cases being reported in the U.S. state of Hawaii. (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 8, 2021
Aug
08
Economy / Jobs / Business

Tech company Alibaba Group fires multiple senior executives who had silenced an internal complaint of rape and had ordered a social media blackout of the compla

Tech company Alibaba Group fires multiple senior executives who had silenced an internal complaint of rape and had ordered a social media blackout of the complaint (Chinese: 阿里巴巴员工被性侵案). The case shed light on rape in China and exposed the business culture of forcing female employees to act as hostesses to entertain business clients. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 8, 2021
Aug
08
Health / Disasters

The Permanent Secretary of Health James Fong announces that the number of COVID-19 infections are continuing to increases in parts of the country, which began w

The Permanent Secretary of Health James Fong announces that the number of COVID-19 infections are continuing to increases in parts of the country, which began with the second wave in April. Fiji is now the hardest-hit country in Oceania and is only second in the number of infections in the region, with the most cases being reported in the U.S. state of Hawaii. (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 8, 2021
Aug
09
Politics / Government

The Brazilian government announces that President Jair Bolsonaro will attend a military parade featuring tanks and armored vehicles in Brasília tomorrow, as a p

The Brazilian government announces that President Jair Bolsonaro will attend a military parade featuring tanks and armored vehicles in Brasília tomorrow, as a preparation for military exercises. The parade is expected to pass near the National Congress building as a controversial bill reinstating paper ballots and ending electronic voting, which is supported by the government, is set to be voted. As the bill is widely expected not to pass, critics argue that Bolsonaro is using the parade as a show of force and intimidation against the Congress. (Correio Braziliense) (UOL)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 9, 2021
Aug
09
Immigration / Law / Policy

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Canada–United States relations Canada reopens their border to Americans and p

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Canada–United States relations Canada reopens their border to Americans and permanent residents who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for non-essential travel. All travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test result from the previous 72 hours in order to enter the country. (MarketWatch)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 9, 2021
Aug
09
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 vaccination in the United States United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announces that all service memb

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 vaccination in the United States United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announces that all service members will be required to be vaccinated by mid-September. (ABC News) The U.S. CDC announces that 60% of Americans have received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. (Reuters) COVID-19 pandemic in Arkansas Arkansas reports 103 hospitalizations from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, a new single-day record. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 9, 2021
Aug
09
Major Trends

COVID-19 vaccination in the United States United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announces that all service members will be required to be vaccinated b

COVID-19 vaccination in the United States United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announces that all service members will be required to be vaccinated by mid-September. (ABC News) The U.S. CDC announces that 60% of Americans have received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 9, 2021
Aug
10
Politics / Government

The Taliban tightens its grip in many districts and cities in northern Afghanistan as Afghan President Ashraf Ghani calls on local militias to fight the armed g

The Taliban tightens its grip in many districts and cities in northern Afghanistan as Afghan President Ashraf Ghani calls on local militias to fight the armed group. Pentagon spokesman John Kirby says that the United States is willing to continue their airstrike campaign against the Taliban but warned that "it is up to the Afghan government to defend themselves" and also added that "it is their struggle". (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 10, 2021
Aug
10
Politics / Government

2007 Bagram Airfield bombing A report published from the Afghanistan Papers by The Washington Post journalist Craig Whitlock accuses former U.S.

2007 Bagram Airfield bombing A report published from the Afghanistan Papers by The Washington Post journalist Craig Whitlock accuses former U.S. President George W. Bush and his administration of lying about the Taliban attempting to kill former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney during a 2007 attack on the Bagram Airfield base. (The Daily Beast)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 10, 2021
Aug
10
Politics / Government

A report published from the Afghanistan Papers by The Washington Post journalist Craig Whitlock accuses former U.S.

A report published from the Afghanistan Papers by The Washington Post journalist Craig Whitlock accuses former U.S. President George W. Bush and his administration of lying about the Taliban attempting to kill former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney during a 2007 attack on the Bagram Airfield base. (The Daily Beast)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 10, 2021
Aug
10
Immigration / Law / Policy

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Malaysia eases its COVID-19-related restrictions for people who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in eight states where

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Malaysia eases its COVID-19-related restrictions for people who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in eight states where the number of cases have been declined that allow people to cross-border travel, play individual outdoor sports, and eat at restaurants. The government also eases the 14-day home quarantine for fully vaccinated people and allow married couple to cross state borders to meet their spouses regardless of their state. (The Jakarta Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 10, 2021
Aug
10
Immigration / Law / Policy

Malaysia eases its COVID-19-related restrictions for people who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in eight states where the number of cases have been

Malaysia eases its COVID-19-related restrictions for people who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in eight states where the number of cases have been declined that allow people to cross-border travel, play individual outdoor sports, and eat at restaurants. The government also eases the 14-day home quarantine for fully vaccinated people and allow married couple to cross state borders to meet their spouses regardless of their state. (The Jakarta Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 10, 2021
Aug
10
Major Trends

Andrew Cuomo announces his resignation as Governor of New York following allegations of sexual harassment, as well as an investigatory report by New York Attorn

Andrew Cuomo announces his resignation as Governor of New York following allegations of sexual harassment, as well as an investigatory report by New York Attorney General Letitia James which stated that Cuomo sexually harassed 11 women during his time in office. Cuomo's resignation will take effect on August 24 and he will be succeeded by Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul, who will become the first woman to serve as Governor of New York. (NBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 10, 2021
Aug
10
Major Trends

Andrew Cuomo sexual harassment allegations Andrew Cuomo announces his resignation as Governor of New York following allegations of sexual harassment, as well as

Andrew Cuomo sexual harassment allegations Andrew Cuomo announces his resignation as Governor of New York following allegations of sexual harassment, as well as an investigatory report by New York Attorney General Letitia James which stated that Cuomo sexually harassed 11 women during his time in office. Cuomo's resignation will take effect on August 24 and he will be succeeded by Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul, who will become the first woman to serve as Governor of New York. (NBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 10, 2021
Aug
10
Immigration / Law / Policy

COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh, COVID-19 vaccination in Bangladesh Bangladesh begins to vaccinate Rohingya refugees in 34 camps in Cox's Bazar district which b

COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh, COVID-19 vaccination in Bangladesh Bangladesh begins to vaccinate Rohingya refugees in 34 camps in Cox's Bazar district which borders Myanmar as the increase in the number of COVID-19 cases poses health risks in the camps where more than one million refugees are living. (Associated Press)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 10, 2021
Aug
11
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, COVID-19 vaccination in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in California California Governor Gavin Newsom announces tha

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, COVID-19 vaccination in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in California California Governor Gavin Newsom announces that healthcare workers in the state will be required to receive the COVID-19 vaccine or undergo COVID-19 testing. (KSBY) COVID-19 pandemic in Minnesota Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announces that state government employees will be required to receive the vaccine or undergo testing for COVID-19. (Associated Press)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 11, 2021
Aug
11
Economy / Jobs / Business

Bangladesh lifts most of its lockdown measures, allowing banks, shops and shopping malls to reopen and for buses and trains to operate at half capacity despite

Bangladesh lifts most of its lockdown measures, allowing banks, shops and shopping malls to reopen and for buses and trains to operate at half capacity despite an increase in the number of COVID-19 infections and deaths from the Lineage B.1.617 Delta variant. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 11, 2021
Aug
11
Economy / Jobs / Business

COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh lifts most of its lockdown measures, allowing banks, shops and shopping malls to reopen and for buses and trains to o

COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh lifts most of its lockdown measures, allowing banks, shops and shopping malls to reopen and for buses and trains to operate at half capacity despite an increase in the number of COVID-19 infections and deaths from the Lineage B.1.617 Delta variant. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 11, 2021
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