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01
Europe surpasses 100 million cases of COVID-19.
Europe surpasses 100 million cases of COVID-19. (Voice of America)
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Jan
02
AIDAnova, a cruise ship operated by German cruise line AIDA Cruises and carrying 4,197 people, has docked in Lisbon, Portugal, after 52 crew members tested posi
AIDAnova, a cruise ship operated by German cruise line AIDA Cruises and carrying 4,197 people, has docked in Lisbon, Portugal, after 52 crew members tested positive for COVID-19 and isolated at various hotels. (The New York Times)
Jan
02
COVID-19 misinformation Twitter announces that they have permanently suspended U.S.
COVID-19 misinformation Twitter announces that they have permanently suspended U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene for allegedly violating the company's policies about COVID-19 misinformation. (The New York Times)
Jan
02
Twitter announces that they have permanently suspended U.S.
Twitter announces that they have permanently suspended U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene for allegedly violating the company's policies about COVID-19 misinformation. (The New York Times)
Jan
02
United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announces that he has tested positive for COVID-19.
United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announces that he has tested positive for COVID-19. (Politico)
Jan
05
2022 Philadelphia apartment fire Twelve people are killed and two others are injured in a fire at a row house converted into apartments in the Fairmount neighbo
2022 Philadelphia apartment fire Twelve people are killed and two others are injured in a fire at a row house converted into apartments in the Fairmount neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. (ABC News)
Jan
05
Twelve people are killed and two others are injured in a fire at a row house converted into apartments in the Fairmount neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvan
Twelve people are killed and two others are injured in a fire at a row house converted into apartments in the Fairmount neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. (ABC News)
Jan
06
The United States Armed Forces order all personnel stationed in Japan to wear masks when traveling off-base amid criticism of their handling of the increase in
The United States Armed Forces order all personnel stationed in Japan to wear masks when traveling off-base amid criticism of their handling of the increase in COVID-19 cases in areas where they are based in large numbers, such as Okinawa and Iwakuni. (ABC News)
Jan
08
At least seven people are killed and 32 others injured when a rock face collapses onto boats at Furnas Lake in Capitólio, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
At least seven people are killed and 32 others injured when a rock face collapses onto boats at Furnas Lake in Capitólio, Minas Gerais, Brazil. (The Washington Post)
Jan
08
Capitólio rock collapse At least seven people are killed and 32 others injured when a rock face collapses onto boats at Furnas Lake in Capitólio, Minas Gerais,
Capitólio rock collapse At least seven people are killed and 32 others injured when a rock face collapses onto boats at Furnas Lake in Capitólio, Minas Gerais, Brazil. (The Washington Post)
Jan
08
Victoria, Crown Princess of Sweden tests positive for COVID-19 for a second time.
Victoria, Crown Princess of Sweden tests positive for COVID-19 for a second time. (U.S. News & World Report)
Jan
09
2022 Bronx apartment fire Seventeen people are killed and 44 others are injured after a fire spreads through a 19-story apartment building in the Bronx, New Yor
2022 Bronx apartment fire Seventeen people are killed and 44 others are injured after a fire spreads through a 19-story apartment building in the Bronx, New York City, United States. (CNN) (ABC News)
Jan
09
Seventeen people are killed and 44 others are injured after a fire spreads through a 19-story apartment building in the Bronx, New York City, United States.
Seventeen people are killed and 44 others are injured after a fire spreads through a 19-story apartment building in the Bronx, New York City, United States. (CNN) (ABC News)
Jan
10
2021–2022 social unrest in the French West Indies Roadblocks are set up by demonstrators and stones are thrown at the police in Basse-Terre.
2021–2022 social unrest in the French West Indies Roadblocks are set up by demonstrators and stones are thrown at the police in Basse-Terre. (France info)
Jan
10
Roadblocks are set up by demonstrators and stones are thrown at the police in Basse-Terre.
Roadblocks are set up by demonstrators and stones are thrown at the police in Basse-Terre. (France info)
Jan
10
Russia and the U.S.
Russia and the U.S. begin a series of talks in Geneva in an effort to defuse tensions between both countries as well as tensions with Ukraine. (The Guardian)
Jan
10
Russia–United States relations Russia and the U.S.
Russia–United States relations Russia and the U.S. begin a series of talks in Geneva in an effort to defuse tensions between both countries as well as tensions with Ukraine. (The Guardian)
Jan
10
The United States Mint announces that they have started shipping the first coins of the American Women quarters program.
The United States Mint announces that they have started shipping the first coins of the American Women quarters program. American poet Maya Angelou will become the first African American woman to be featured on a U.S. quarter. (The Hill) (NPR)
Jan
12
South Korea authorizes the use of the protein-based Novavax COVID-19 vaccine for adults, making it the fifth vaccine to be approved for use in the country.
South Korea authorizes the use of the protein-based Novavax COVID-19 vaccine for adults, making it the fifth vaccine to be approved for use in the country. (The Washington Post)
Jan
13
Sweden reports a record 25,215 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours.
Sweden reports a record 25,215 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours. (U.S. News & World Report)
Jan
18
The Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin and his deputy Edgar Peña Parra both test positive for COVID-19.
The Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin and his deputy Edgar Peña Parra both test positive for COVID-19. (The New York Times)
Jan
19
A seventh passenger from a Hawaiian Airlines flight from Honolulu, Hawaii, tests positive for COVID-19.
A seventh passenger from a Hawaiian Airlines flight from Honolulu, Hawaii, tests positive for COVID-19. The plane landed in American Samoa on January 6, 2022. (Samoa News)
Jan
19
Six people are killed in a fire at a nursing home in Moncada, Valencia, Spain.
Six people are killed in a fire at a nursing home in Moncada, Valencia, Spain. (The Washington Post)
Jan
20
2021–2022 social unrest in the French West Indies Rioters injure a police officer with live ammunition on the sidelines of unauthorized demonstrations.
2021–2022 social unrest in the French West Indies Rioters injure a police officer with live ammunition on the sidelines of unauthorized demonstrations. The administrative building of the Basse-Terre hospital is invaded by about forty people. (Le Figaro)
Jan
20
Rioters injure a police officer with live ammunition on the sidelines of unauthorized demonstrations.
Rioters injure a police officer with live ammunition on the sidelines of unauthorized demonstrations. The administrative building of the Basse-Terre hospital is invaded by about forty people. (Le Figaro)
Jan
20
Two men are arrested in Manchester and Birmingham, England, as part of an investigation into the standoff that occurred at a synagogue in Colleyville, Texas, Un
Two men are arrested in Manchester and Birmingham, England, as part of an investigation into the standoff that occurred at a synagogue in Colleyville, Texas, United States, on Saturday. (The Guardian)
Jan
26
2021–2022 Russo-Ukrainian crisis U.S.
2021–2022 Russo-Ukrainian crisis U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announces that the United States has given a written response to Russia, aimed at the de-escalation of tensions between Ukraine and Russia. The response, coordinated with European allies and Ukraine, addresses Russia's demands and actions. (CNN)
Jan
26
U.S.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announces that the United States has given a written response to Russia, aimed at the de-escalation of tensions between Ukraine and Russia. The response, coordinated with European allies and Ukraine, addresses Russia's demands and actions. (CNN)
Jan
27
The United States rejects Russia's demand that Ukraine be barred from joining NATO.
The United States rejects Russia's demand that Ukraine be barred from joining NATO. (BBC News)
Jan
28
The Fern Hollow Bridge in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, collapses, causing a gas leak.
The Fern Hollow Bridge in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, collapses, causing a gas leak. Ten people are injured, none of them seriously. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
Jan
30
A multiple-vehicle collision in North Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, kills nine people and injures six others.
A multiple-vehicle collision in North Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, kills nine people and injures six others. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Jan
30
Manchester United F.C.
Manchester United F.C. and England player Mason Greenwood is arrested by Greater Manchester Police on suspicion of rape and assault after videos and images of alleged abuse of his partner were posted on social media. (BBC News)
Jan
31
2022 Kusel shooting Two police officers are shot dead during a routine traffic stop in Kusel, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany.
2022 Kusel shooting Two police officers are shot dead during a routine traffic stop in Kusel, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. (BBC News)
Jan
31
Two police officers are shot dead during a routine traffic stop in Kusel, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany.
Two police officers are shot dead during a routine traffic stop in Kusel, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. (BBC News)
Feb
01
The United States surpasses 900,000 deaths from COVID-19.
The United States surpasses 900,000 deaths from COVID-19. (New York Daily News)
Feb
02
2021–22 NHL season 2022 National Hockey League All-Star Game It is announced that Washington Capitals captain Alexander Ovechkin will miss the upcoming NHL All-
2021–22 NHL season 2022 National Hockey League All-Star Game It is announced that Washington Capitals captain Alexander Ovechkin will miss the upcoming NHL All-Star game after testing positive for COVID-19. (ESPN)
Feb
02
2022 National Hockey League All-Star Game It is announced that Washington Capitals captain Alexander Ovechkin will miss the upcoming NHL All-Star game after tes
2022 National Hockey League All-Star Game It is announced that Washington Capitals captain Alexander Ovechkin will miss the upcoming NHL All-Star game after testing positive for COVID-19. (ESPN)
Feb
02
It is announced that Washington Capitals captain Alexander Ovechkin will miss the upcoming NHL All-Star game after testing positive for COVID-19.
It is announced that Washington Capitals captain Alexander Ovechkin will miss the upcoming NHL All-Star game after testing positive for COVID-19. (ESPN)
Feb
03
Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurashi, the leader of the Islamic State, dies after killing himself with a suicide bombing during a U.S.
Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurashi, the leader of the Islamic State, dies after killing himself with a suicide bombing during a U.S. Joint Special Operations Command raid and battle in Atme, Idlib Governorate, Syria. Twelve more people are killed during the raid. (BBC News)
Feb
03
India surpasses 500,000 deaths from COVID-19, becoming the third country to do so after the United States and Brazil.
India surpasses 500,000 deaths from COVID-19, becoming the third country to do so after the United States and Brazil. (The Times of India)
Feb
04
Iceland announces it will end the practice of whaling by 2024, citing the decreasing price of whale meat.
Iceland announces it will end the practice of whaling by 2024, citing the decreasing price of whale meat. (Al Jazeera)
Feb
04
Whaling in Iceland Iceland announces it will end the practice of whaling by 2024, citing the decreasing price of whale meat.
Whaling in Iceland Iceland announces it will end the practice of whaling by 2024, citing the decreasing price of whale meat. (Al Jazeera)
Feb
05
Iran nuclear deal framework The Biden administration announces the restoration of sanctions relief to Iran's civilian nuclear sector, as it attempts to entice I
Iran nuclear deal framework The Biden administration announces the restoration of sanctions relief to Iran's civilian nuclear sector, as it attempts to entice Iran back to talks on a nuclear deal. (AP)
Feb
05
The Biden administration announces the restoration of sanctions relief to Iran's civilian nuclear sector, as it attempts to entice Iran back to talks on a nucle
The Biden administration announces the restoration of sanctions relief to Iran's civilian nuclear sector, as it attempts to entice Iran back to talks on a nuclear deal. (AP)
Feb
08
Felix Tshisekedi and his office report an attempted coup d'etat in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Felix Tshisekedi and his office report an attempted coup d'etat in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. (ABC News)
Feb
08
Poland indefinitely postpones its deadline of March 1 for mandatory full vaccination of teachers, members of the army and police officers, due to the current va
Poland indefinitely postpones its deadline of March 1 for mandatory full vaccination of teachers, members of the army and police officers, due to the current vaccination rate. (AP)
Feb
11
It is announced that the United States Armed Forces will deploy 3,000 additional troops from the 82nd Airborne Division to Poland in the "coming days" amid tens
It is announced that the United States Armed Forces will deploy 3,000 additional troops from the 82nd Airborne Division to Poland in the "coming days" amid tensions with Russia. (Reuters)
Feb
11
The British Foreign Office advises British nationals to leave Ukraine immediately.
The British Foreign Office advises British nationals to leave Ukraine immediately. (The Independent) (FCDO)
Feb
12
The Pentagon orders the departure of U.S.
The Pentagon orders the departure of U.S. troops in Ukraine as tensions between Ukraine and Russia escalate. (CNBC)
Feb
12
The United States orders the evacuation of its embassy staff in Kyiv.
The United States orders the evacuation of its embassy staff in Kyiv. (CNN)
Feb
13
Eleven people are injured during a mass stabbing by a man riding a bicycle through Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States.
Eleven people are injured during a mass stabbing by a man riding a bicycle through Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. The suspect is taken into custody. (ABC News) (Albuquerque Journal)
Feb
14
Mexico–United States relations The United States suspends all imports of Mexican avocados after threats are made against an American plant safety inspector in U
Mexico–United States relations The United States suspends all imports of Mexican avocados after threats are made against an American plant safety inspector in Uruapan, Michoacán. (AP)
Feb
14
The United States suspends all imports of Mexican avocados after threats are made against an American plant safety inspector in Uruapan, Michoacán.
The United States suspends all imports of Mexican avocados after threats are made against an American plant safety inspector in Uruapan, Michoacán. (AP)
Feb
18
Former Minneapolis police officer Kim Potter is sentenced to 2 years in prison for the killing of Daunte Wright in April 2021.
Former Minneapolis police officer Kim Potter is sentenced to 2 years in prison for the killing of Daunte Wright in April 2021. During the sentencing, Potter expressed condolences to Wright's family. (ABC News)
Feb
18
Killing of Daunte Wright Former Minneapolis police officer Kim Potter is sentenced to 2 years in prison for the killing of Daunte Wright in April 2021.
Killing of Daunte Wright Former Minneapolis police officer Kim Potter is sentenced to 2 years in prison for the killing of Daunte Wright in April 2021. During the sentencing, Potter expressed condolences to Wright's family. (ABC News)
Feb
20
Biden has agreed "in principle" to meet with Putin in French-brokered summit talks as long as Russia does not invade Ukraine, the White House says.
Biden has agreed "in principle" to meet with Putin in French-brokered summit talks as long as Russia does not invade Ukraine, the White House says. (CNN)
Feb
20
Russia–United States relations Biden has agreed "in principle" to meet with Putin in French-brokered summit talks as long as Russia does not invade Ukraine, the
Russia–United States relations Biden has agreed "in principle" to meet with Putin in French-brokered summit talks as long as Russia does not invade Ukraine, the White House says. (CNN)
Feb
21
A senior U.S.
A senior U.S. official says Russian troops could move into the separatist regions of Ukraine by the end of the day. (CNN)
Feb
23
2021–2022 global energy crisis Brent Crude oil reaches its highest price since its 2014 peak, at $99 per barrel, amid rising tensions between Russia and Ukraine
2021–2022 global energy crisis Brent Crude oil reaches its highest price since its 2014 peak, at $99 per barrel, amid rising tensions between Russia and Ukraine. (BBC News)
Feb
23
Brent Crude oil reaches its highest price since its 2014 peak, at $99 per barrel, amid rising tensions between Russia and Ukraine.
Brent Crude oil reaches its highest price since its 2014 peak, at $99 per barrel, amid rising tensions between Russia and Ukraine. (BBC News)
Feb
24
A massive selloff occurs on the Moscow Stock Exchange, which prompts its operator to trigger circuit breakers twice in three hours.
A massive selloff occurs on the Moscow Stock Exchange, which prompts its operator to trigger circuit breakers twice in three hours. The Russian ruble's exchange rate falls to a record low of ₽89.98 per US dollar. (Rzeczpospolita) (Reuters)
Feb
25
Russia–United States relations The Biden administration announces that the U.S.
Russia–United States relations The Biden administration announces that the U.S. will join the European Union in imposing sanctions on Putin. (NBC News)
Feb
25
The Biden administration announces that the U.S.
The Biden administration announces that the U.S. will join the European Union in imposing sanctions on Putin. (NBC News)
Feb
26
Several computer chip manufacturers, including TSMC and Intel, halt supplies of their products as a result of sanctions against Russia.
Several computer chip manufacturers, including TSMC and Intel, halt supplies of their products as a result of sanctions against Russia. (The Washington Post)
Feb
28
An Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson says that efforts to revive the 2015 Iran deal could succeed if the U.S.
An Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson says that efforts to revive the 2015 Iran deal could succeed if the U.S. and other Western powers take steps to solve three issues. These three issues include the extent to which sanctions would be rolled back, providing guarantees that the U.S. will not withdraw from the deal again, and resolving questions over uranium traces found at several old but undeclared sites in Iran. (Al Arabiya)
Feb
28
Diplomats from the U.S., United Kingdom, France, Germany, Russia, China, and Iran gather in Vienna, Austria to seek a deal to revive the 2015 Iran deal.
Diplomats from the U.S., United Kingdom, France, Germany, Russia, China, and Iran gather in Vienna, Austria to seek a deal to revive the 2015 Iran deal. (Euronews)
Feb
28
The United States announces it is expelling 12 Russian people in New York who are a part of Russia's delegation to the United Nations, saying they are "intellig
The United States announces it is expelling 12 Russian people in New York who are a part of Russia's delegation to the United Nations, saying they are "intelligence operatives" who have "abused their privileges of residency" by engaging in "espionage activities." (The Hill)
Mar
01
The cargo ship Felicity Ace, which was carrying cars from Germany to the United States, sinks in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, after catching fire and being
The cargo ship Felicity Ace, which was carrying cars from Germany to the United States, sinks in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, after catching fire and being evacuated on February 16. (AP)
Mar
02
Battle of Kherson Russian Ground Forces say that they have captured the Black Sea port of Kherson.
Battle of Kherson Russian Ground Forces say that they have captured the Black Sea port of Kherson. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense denies this claim, stating that the battle is ongoing. (CNN) The mayor of Kherson says that the city has fallen to the invading Russian forces. (The New York Times)
Mar
02
Kherson offensive Battle of Kherson Russian Ground Forces say that they have captured the Black Sea port of Kherson.
Kherson offensive Battle of Kherson Russian Ground Forces say that they have captured the Black Sea port of Kherson. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense denies this claim, stating that the battle is ongoing. (CNN) The mayor of Kherson says that the city has fallen to the invading Russian forces. (The New York Times) Siege of Mariupol The mayor of Mariupol reports mass casualties and a water outage from "non-stop" Russian bombardments. (Reuters)
Mar
02
Members of the Free Papua Movement gun down eight people at a Telkomsel telecommunications tower in Puncak Regency, West Papua.
Members of the Free Papua Movement gun down eight people at a Telkomsel telecommunications tower in Puncak Regency, West Papua. (U.S. News & World Report)
Mar
02
Telkomsel shooting Members of the Free Papua Movement gun down eight people at a Telkomsel telecommunications tower in Puncak Regency, West Papua.
Telkomsel shooting Members of the Free Papua Movement gun down eight people at a Telkomsel telecommunications tower in Puncak Regency, West Papua. (U.S. News & World Report)
Mar
02
The mayor of Kherson says that the city has fallen to the invading Russian forces.
The mayor of Kherson says that the city has fallen to the invading Russian forces. (The New York Times)
Mar
03
Iran–United States relations U.S.
Iran–United States relations U.S. State Department principal deputy spokesperson Jalina Porter says that efforts to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal have made "significant progress" but urges Iran not to wait any longer. (Times of Israel)
Mar
03
Nuclear program of Iran Iran–Saudi Arabia relations Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman says that his country will continue talks with regional rival Iran in
Nuclear program of Iran Iran–Saudi Arabia relations Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman says that his country will continue talks with regional rival Iran in order to reach an agreement between the two countries. Bin Salman also reaffirms his support for a "strong" nuclear deal that would prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. (Reuters) Iran–United States relations U.S. State Department principal deputy spokesperson Jalina Porter says that efforts to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal have made "significant progress" but urges Iran not to wait any longer. (Times of Israel)
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