USA 2024 Timeline

Oct

22

Politics / Government

2024 United States presidential election Foreign interference in the 2024 United States elections The presidential campaign of former U.S.

2024 United States presidential election Foreign interference in the 2024 United States elections The presidential campaign of former U.S. President Donald Trump files a formal complaint to the Federal Election Commission against the United Kingdom's Labour Party, accusing the Labour Party of "blatant foreign interference" in the election to support the Kamala Harris presidential campaign. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 22, 2024

Oct

22

Politics / Government

Foreign interference in the 2024 United States elections The presidential campaign of former U.S.

Foreign interference in the 2024 United States elections The presidential campaign of former U.S. President Donald Trump files a formal complaint to the Federal Election Commission against the United Kingdom's Labour Party, accusing the Labour Party of "blatant foreign interference" in the election to support the Kamala Harris presidential campaign. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 22, 2024

Oct

22

Politics / Government

The presidential campaign of former U.S.

The presidential campaign of former U.S. President Donald Trump files a formal complaint to the Federal Election Commission against the United Kingdom's Labour Party, accusing the Labour Party of "blatant foreign interference" in the election to support the Kamala Harris presidential campaign. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 22, 2024

Oct

22

War / Conflict / Security

Middle Eastern crisis 2024 Iran–Israel conflict Israeli retaliation leak, Israel–United States relations The FBI announces an investigation into the leaking of

Middle Eastern crisis 2024 Iran–Israel conflict Israeli retaliation leak, Israel–United States relations The FBI announces an investigation into the leaking of classified U.S. intelligence documents regarding military plans for Israeli retaliation against Iran. (Reuters) Gaza war Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip An Israeli drone strike on Beit Lahia in the Gaza Strip, kills at least fifteen people, including several women and children. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 22, 2024

Oct

22

War / Conflict / Security

2024 Iran–Israel conflict Israeli retaliation leak, Israel–United States relations The FBI announces an investigation into the leaking of classified U.S.

2024 Iran–Israel conflict Israeli retaliation leak, Israel–United States relations The FBI announces an investigation into the leaking of classified U.S. intelligence documents regarding military plans for Israeli retaliation against Iran. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 22, 2024

Oct

22

Politics / Government

Islamic State insurgency in Iraq Prime Minister of Iraq Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani announces the death of several Islamic State senior members, including the grou

Islamic State insurgency in Iraq Prime Minister of Iraq Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani announces the death of several Islamic State senior members, including the group's leader in Iraq, in a military operation in Saladin Governorate, Iraq. (The Washington Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 22, 2024

Oct

22

War / Conflict / Security

Israeli retaliation leak, Israel–United States relations The FBI announces an investigation into the leaking of classified U.S.

Israeli retaliation leak, Israel–United States relations The FBI announces an investigation into the leaking of classified U.S. intelligence documents regarding military plans for Israeli retaliation against Iran. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 22, 2024

Oct

22

Politics / Government

Prime Minister of Iraq Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani announces the death of several Islamic State senior members, including the group's leader in Iraq, in a military

Prime Minister of Iraq Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani announces the death of several Islamic State senior members, including the group's leader in Iraq, in a military operation in Saladin Governorate, Iraq. (The Washington Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 22, 2024

Oct

22

War / Conflict / Security

The FBI announces an investigation into the leaking of classified U.S.

The FBI announces an investigation into the leaking of classified U.S. intelligence documents regarding military plans for Israeli retaliation against Iran. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 22, 2024

Oct

23

Immigration / Law / Policy

China–India relations Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi holds a bilateral meeting with President of China Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS summ

China–India relations Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi holds a bilateral meeting with President of China Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia. This is the first bilateral meeting between India and China in five years and comes in the aftermath of the 2020 border skirmishes between Indian and Chinese troops. (India Today)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 23, 2024

Oct

23

War / Conflict / Security

Foreign involvement in the Russian invasion of Ukraine The U.S.

Foreign involvement in the Russian invasion of Ukraine The U.S. State Department reports that it has confirmed evidence that North Korean troops are now present in Russia and are preparing to travel to the battlefield in Ukraine. South Korea says that Pyongyang has promised to send up to 10,000 troops to support the war effort. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 23, 2024

Oct

23

War / Conflict / Security

Mexican drug war Nineteen suspected cartel members are killed and one local cartel leader is arrested in a shootout between gunmen and police officers in Culiac

Mexican drug war Nineteen suspected cartel members are killed and one local cartel leader is arrested in a shootout between gunmen and police officers in Culiacan, Sinaloa, Mexico. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 23, 2024

Oct

23

Immigration / Law / Policy

Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi holds a bilateral meeting with President of China Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia.

Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi holds a bilateral meeting with President of China Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia. This is the first bilateral meeting between India and China in five years and comes in the aftermath of the 2020 border skirmishes between Indian and Chinese troops. (India Today)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 23, 2024

Oct

23

Culture / Society

2024 social unrest in Martinique Protesters with automatic weapons target police and firefighters in Martinique, where protests over the high cost of living hav

2024 social unrest in Martinique Protesters with automatic weapons target police and firefighters in Martinique, where protests over the high cost of living have prompted France to deploy forces to the island. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 23, 2024

Oct

23

Major Trends

Nineteen suspected cartel members are killed and one local cartel leader is arrested in a shootout between gunmen and police officers in Culiacan, Sinaloa, Mexi

Nineteen suspected cartel members are killed and one local cartel leader is arrested in a shootout between gunmen and police officers in Culiacan, Sinaloa, Mexico. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 23, 2024

Oct

23

Culture / Society

Protesters with automatic weapons target police and firefighters in Martinique, where protests over the high cost of living have prompted France to deploy force

Protesters with automatic weapons target police and firefighters in Martinique, where protests over the high cost of living have prompted France to deploy forces to the island. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 23, 2024

Oct

23

War / Conflict / Security

United States and the Russian invasion of Ukraine The U.S.

United States and the Russian invasion of Ukraine The U.S. Defense Department finalizes a US$20 billion loan to Ukraine for military and economic support as part of a collective US$50 billion loan between G7 members. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 23, 2024

Oct

24

War / Conflict / Security

Mexican drug war Two car bombs explode outside police stations in Acámbaro and Jerécuaro, Guanajuato, Mexico, injuring three police officers in Acámbaro.

Mexican drug war Two car bombs explode outside police stations in Acámbaro and Jerécuaro, Guanajuato, Mexico, injuring three police officers in Acámbaro. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 24, 2024

Oct

24

Major Trends

Four people, including the perpetrator, are killed in a mass stabbing in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States.

Four people, including the perpetrator, are killed in a mass stabbing in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. (WLWT-TV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 24, 2024

Oct

24

Major Trends

Two car bombs explode outside police stations in Acámbaro and Jerécuaro, Guanajuato, Mexico, injuring three police officers in Acámbaro.

Two car bombs explode outside police stations in Acámbaro and Jerécuaro, Guanajuato, Mexico, injuring three police officers in Acámbaro. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 24, 2024

Oct

25

War / Conflict / Security

A police officer is killed and another is injured in a stabbing attack at a police station in Bosanska Krupa, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

A police officer is killed and another is injured in a stabbing attack at a police station in Bosanska Krupa, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The perpetrator, a 15-year-old boy, is arrested. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 25, 2024

Oct

25

Major Trends

2024 Major League Baseball season 2024 World Series In baseball, Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman hits the first ever walk-off grand slam in Wo

2024 Major League Baseball season 2024 World Series In baseball, Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman hits the first ever walk-off grand slam in World Series history to win the first game of the 2024 World Series against the New York Yankees. (Fox News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 25, 2024

Oct

25

Health / Disasters

2024 McDonald's E.

2024 McDonald's E. coli outbreak The number of people who have become ill in an E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburgers in the United States increases to 75. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 25, 2024

Oct

25

Major Trends

2024 World Series In baseball, Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman hits the first ever walk-off grand slam in World Series history to win the firs

2024 World Series In baseball, Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman hits the first ever walk-off grand slam in World Series history to win the first game of the 2024 World Series against the New York Yankees. (Fox News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 25, 2024

Oct

25

Major Trends

In baseball, Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman hits the first ever walk-off grand slam in World Series history to win the first game of the 2024

In baseball, Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman hits the first ever walk-off grand slam in World Series history to win the first game of the 2024 World Series against the New York Yankees. (Fox News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 25, 2024

Oct

25

Immigration / Law / Policy

The Israeli Air Force strikes the Syrian military-controlled Jusiyah–Qaa border crossing on the Lebanon–Syria border, accusing Hezbollah of using the border cro

The Israeli Air Force strikes the Syrian military-controlled Jusiyah–Qaa border crossing on the Lebanon–Syria border, accusing Hezbollah of using the border crossing to transfer weapons from Syria. (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 25, 2024

Oct

25

Health / Disasters

The number of people who have become ill in an E.

The number of people who have become ill in an E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburgers in the United States increases to 75. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 25, 2024

Oct

26

Immigration / Law / Policy

Killing of Odair Moniz Portuguese police activate special security protocols in response to two large demonstrations in Lisbon following the fatal shooting of a

Killing of Odair Moniz Portuguese police activate special security protocols in response to two large demonstrations in Lisbon following the fatal shooting of a Cape Verdean immigrant by a police officer in Amadora on Monday, which resulted in widespread riots. (RTP News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 26, 2024

Oct

26

Immigration / Law / Policy

Portuguese police activate special security protocols in response to two large demonstrations in Lisbon following the fatal shooting of a Cape Verdean immigrant

Portuguese police activate special security protocols in response to two large demonstrations in Lisbon following the fatal shooting of a Cape Verdean immigrant by a police officer in Amadora on Monday, which resulted in widespread riots. (RTP News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 26, 2024

Oct

26

Major Trends

Sistan and Baluchestan insurgency Ten police officers are killed by Jaish ul-Adl gunmen in a mass shooting on a police convoy in Sistan and Baluchestan province

Sistan and Baluchestan insurgency Ten police officers are killed by Jaish ul-Adl gunmen in a mass shooting on a police convoy in Sistan and Baluchestan province, Iran. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 26, 2024

Oct

26

Major Trends

Ten police officers are killed by Jaish ul-Adl gunmen in a mass shooting on a police convoy in Sistan and Baluchestan province, Iran.

Ten police officers are killed by Jaish ul-Adl gunmen in a mass shooting on a police convoy in Sistan and Baluchestan province, Iran. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 26, 2024

Oct

27

Politics / Government

2024 Japanese general election Japanese citizens vote for the 465 seats in the House of Representatives.

2024 Japanese general election Japanese citizens vote for the 465 seats in the House of Representatives. (NHK) The ruling coalition of the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito loses its majority. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 27, 2024

Oct

27

Politics / Government

Japanese citizens vote for the 465 seats in the House of Representatives.

Japanese citizens vote for the 465 seats in the House of Representatives. (NHK)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 27, 2024

Oct

28

War / Conflict / Security

Mexican Drug War In the last four days, at least 34 people have been killed in Tecpan de Galeana, Guerrero, Mexico, in cartel ambushes and clashes.

Mexican Drug War In the last four days, at least 34 people have been killed in Tecpan de Galeana, Guerrero, Mexico, in cartel ambushes and clashes. Mexican police arrest 21 people, including sixteen Guatemalan and Salvadoran nationals. (Revista Proceso) (El Debate)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 28, 2024

Oct

28

Major Trends

In the last four days, at least 34 people have been killed in Tecpan de Galeana, Guerrero, Mexico, in cartel ambushes and clashes.

In the last four days, at least 34 people have been killed in Tecpan de Galeana, Guerrero, Mexico, in cartel ambushes and clashes. Mexican police arrest 21 people, including sixteen Guatemalan and Salvadoran nationals. (Revista Proceso) (El Debate)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 28, 2024

Oct

30

War / Conflict / Security

War against the Islamic State The United States military announces that American airstrikes in Syria earlier this week killed as many as 35 Islamic State member

War against the Islamic State The United States military announces that American airstrikes in Syria earlier this week killed as many as 35 Islamic State members. (Al Arabiya)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2024

Oct

30

Major Trends

2024 Major League Baseball season 2024 World Series In baseball, the Los Angeles Dodgers win the World Series, defeating the New York Yankees in 5 games includi

2024 Major League Baseball season 2024 World Series In baseball, the Los Angeles Dodgers win the World Series, defeating the New York Yankees in 5 games including a comeback victory in Game 5 at Yankee Stadium. (Los Angeles Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2024

Oct

30

Major Trends

2024 World Series In baseball, the Los Angeles Dodgers win the World Series, defeating the New York Yankees in 5 games including a comeback victory in Game 5 at

2024 World Series In baseball, the Los Angeles Dodgers win the World Series, defeating the New York Yankees in 5 games including a comeback victory in Game 5 at Yankee Stadium. (Los Angeles Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2024

Oct

30

Major Trends

In baseball, the Los Angeles Dodgers win the World Series, defeating the New York Yankees in 5 games including a comeback victory in Game 5 at Yankee Stadium.

In baseball, the Los Angeles Dodgers win the World Series, defeating the New York Yankees in 5 games including a comeback victory in Game 5 at Yankee Stadium. (Los Angeles Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2024

Oct

30

War / Conflict / Security

The United States military announces that American airstrikes in Syria earlier this week killed as many as 35 Islamic State members.

The United States military announces that American airstrikes in Syria earlier this week killed as many as 35 Islamic State members. (Al Arabiya)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2024

Oct

31

Politics / Government

Foreign involvement in the Russian invasion of Ukraine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy strongly condemns the United States and European nations for maki

Foreign involvement in the Russian invasion of Ukraine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy strongly condemns the United States and European nations for making "zero response" to the Russian deployment of North Korean soldiers against Ukraine. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2024

Oct

31

Politics / Government

Russian invasion of Ukraine Foreign involvement in the Russian invasion of Ukraine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy strongly condemns the United States a

Russian invasion of Ukraine Foreign involvement in the Russian invasion of Ukraine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy strongly condemns the United States and European nations for making "zero response" to the Russian deployment of North Korean soldiers against Ukraine. (Reuters) Kharkiv strikes A Russian glide bomb strikes a residential building in Kharkiv, killing three people and injuring 35 others, according to Ukrainian Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2024

Oct

31

Politics / Government

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy strongly condemns the United States and European nations for making "zero response" to the Russian deployment of North K

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy strongly condemns the United States and European nations for making "zero response" to the Russian deployment of North Korean soldiers against Ukraine. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2024

Oct

31

Immigration / Law / Policy

A court in Brazil sentences two former Military Police officers to 59 and 78 years in prison respectively for the assassination of Rio de Janeiro city councilor

A court in Brazil sentences two former Military Police officers to 59 and 78 years in prison respectively for the assassination of Rio de Janeiro city councilor and human rights activist Marielle Franco in 2018. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2024

Oct

31

Immigration / Law / Policy

Assassination of Marielle Franco A court in Brazil sentences two former Military Police officers to 59 and 78 years in prison respectively for the assassination

Assassination of Marielle Franco A court in Brazil sentences two former Military Police officers to 59 and 78 years in prison respectively for the assassination of Rio de Janeiro city councilor and human rights activist Marielle Franco in 2018. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2024

Nov

02

Politics / Government

2024 European floods 2024 Spain floods The death toll from the flooding in Spain, primarily in the Valencian Community, increases to 214, with dozens still miss

2024 European floods 2024 Spain floods The death toll from the flooding in Spain, primarily in the Valencian Community, increases to 214, with dozens still missing. The Spanish government deploys an additional 5,000 soldiers and 5,000 police officers, making this the country's largest deployment of army and security personnel in peacetime. (Reuters) (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2024

Nov

02

Politics / Government

2024 Mozambican general election The death toll from police gunfire during crackdowns on protests of the October 9 election increases to eleven.

2024 Mozambican general election The death toll from police gunfire during crackdowns on protests of the October 9 election increases to eleven. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2024

Nov

02

Politics / Government

2024 Spain floods The death toll from the flooding in Spain, primarily in the Valencian Community, increases to 214, with dozens still missing.

2024 Spain floods The death toll from the flooding in Spain, primarily in the Valencian Community, increases to 214, with dozens still missing. The Spanish government deploys an additional 5,000 soldiers and 5,000 police officers, making this the country's largest deployment of army and security personnel in peacetime. (Reuters) (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2024

Nov

02

Politics / Government

The death toll from police gunfire during crackdowns on protests of the October 9 election increases to eleven.

The death toll from police gunfire during crackdowns on protests of the October 9 election increases to eleven. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2024

Nov

02

Politics / Government

The death toll from the flooding in Spain, primarily in the Valencian Community, increases to 214, with dozens still missing.

The death toll from the flooding in Spain, primarily in the Valencian Community, increases to 214, with dozens still missing. The Spanish government deploys an additional 5,000 soldiers and 5,000 police officers, making this the country's largest deployment of army and security personnel in peacetime. (Reuters) (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2024

Nov

02

Health / Disasters

Four people are killed and 17 others are injured when a truck crashes into several stopped vehicles on Interstate 96 near Webberville, Michigan, United States.

Four people are killed and 17 others are injured when a truck crashes into several stopped vehicles on Interstate 96 near Webberville, Michigan, United States. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2024

Nov

03

War / Conflict / Security

Naxalite–Maoist insurgency Two police officers are injured in a stabbing attack by Naxalite insurgents in Sukma, Chhattisgarh, India, with their weapons being s

Naxalite–Maoist insurgency Two police officers are injured in a stabbing attack by Naxalite insurgents in Sukma, Chhattisgarh, India, with their weapons being stolen. (Indian Express)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2024

Nov

03

War / Conflict / Security

Two police officers are injured in a stabbing attack by Naxalite insurgents in Sukma, Chhattisgarh, India, with their weapons being stolen.

Two police officers are injured in a stabbing attack by Naxalite insurgents in Sukma, Chhattisgarh, India, with their weapons being stolen. (Indian Express)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2024

Nov

03

Major Trends

2024 New York City Marathon Somali-Dutch distance runner Abdi Nageeye wins the 53rd New York City Marathon men's race with a time of 2:07:39.

2024 New York City Marathon Somali-Dutch distance runner Abdi Nageeye wins the 53rd New York City Marathon men's race with a time of 2:07:39. Kenyan distance runner Sheila Chepkirui wins the women's race with a time of 2:24:35. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2024

Nov

03

Major Trends

Somali-Dutch distance runner Abdi Nageeye wins the 53rd New York City Marathon men's race with a time of 2:07:39.

Somali-Dutch distance runner Abdi Nageeye wins the 53rd New York City Marathon men's race with a time of 2:07:39. Kenyan distance runner Sheila Chepkirui wins the women's race with a time of 2:24:35. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2024

Nov

04

Politics / Government

Gaza war Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip, Attacks on health facilities during the Gaza war Kamal Adwan Hospital sieges At least twelve Palestinians are kille

Gaza war Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip, Attacks on health facilities during the Gaza war Kamal Adwan Hospital sieges At least twelve Palestinians are killed in Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip, including seven at the Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia, North Gaza Governorate. (Al Jazeera) 2024 Israeli secret document leak scandal Israel Police arrest a top aide to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after opponents accused the aide of leaking allegedly false classified intelligence to prevent a potential Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal. (CNN) (BBC News) (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 4, 2024

Nov

04

Politics / Government

2024 Israeli secret document leak scandal Israel Police arrest a top aide to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after opponents accused the aide of leaking alleg

2024 Israeli secret document leak scandal Israel Police arrest a top aide to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after opponents accused the aide of leaking allegedly false classified intelligence to prevent a potential Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal. (CNN) (BBC News) (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 4, 2024

Nov

04

Politics / Government

Israel Police arrest a top aide to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after opponents accused the aide of leaking allegedly false classified intelligence to prev

Israel Police arrest a top aide to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after opponents accused the aide of leaking allegedly false classified intelligence to prevent a potential Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal. (CNN) (BBC News) (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 4, 2024

Nov

05

Politics / Government

Donald Trump wins the 2024 U.S. presidential election

The 2024 U.S. presidential election returned Donald Trump to the presidency, making the election one of the central political events of the year.

Featured | Source: Council on Foreign Relations | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Politics / Government

2024 Palauan general election Citizens of Palau vote for a President and members of the National Congress.

2024 Palauan general election Citizens of Palau vote for a President and members of the National Congress. (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Politics / Government

2024 United States presidential election U.S.

2024 United States presidential election U.S. citizens vote in federal, state and local elections, including the presidential election. (CNN) (USA Today) Multiple hoax bomb threats linked to Russian email domains target polling places in U.S. battleground states. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Politics / Government

2024 United States Senate elections In New Jersey, Democrat Andy Kim defeats Republican Curtis Bashaw to replace former Senator Bob Menendez, making him the fir

2024 United States Senate elections In New Jersey, Democrat Andy Kim defeats Republican Curtis Bashaw to replace former Senator Bob Menendez, making him the first Korean American to be elected to the Senate. (NBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Politics / Government

At least five people, including two election poll workers are killed by flash flooding in the U.S.

At least five people, including two election poll workers are killed by flash flooding in the U.S. state of Missouri, caused by torrential rain. (CBS News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Politics / Government

Citizens of Palau vote for a President and members of the National Congress.

Citizens of Palau vote for a President and members of the National Congress. (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Politics / Government

Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu dismisses defense minister Yoav Gallant following disagreements over the execution of the war in the Gaza Strip whic

Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu dismisses defense minister Yoav Gallant following disagreements over the execution of the war in the Gaza Strip which subsequently results in nationwide protests. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Politics / Government

Protests against the firing of Yoav Gallant Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu dismisses defense minister Yoav Gallant following disagreements over the

Protests against the firing of Yoav Gallant Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu dismisses defense minister Yoav Gallant following disagreements over the execution of the war in the Gaza Strip which subsequently results in nationwide protests. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Politics / Government

2024 United States ballot measures Voters in several U.S.

2024 United States ballot measures Voters in several U.S. states vote on abortion rights on the ballot. Amendments are passed in Arizona, Colorado, Maryland, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, and New York. (KCRA) (LGBT Nation)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Economy / Jobs / Business

French and Dutch police raid Netflix offices in Paris and Amsterdam as part of an investigation into tax fraud and unreported employment practices.

French and Dutch police raid Netflix offices in Paris and Amsterdam as part of an investigation into tax fraud and unreported employment practices. (BBC News) (Deadline)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Politics / Government

In New Jersey, Democrat Andy Kim defeats Republican Curtis Bashaw to replace former Senator Bob Menendez, making him the first Korean American to be elected to

In New Jersey, Democrat Andy Kim defeats Republican Curtis Bashaw to replace former Senator Bob Menendez, making him the first Korean American to be elected to the Senate. (NBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Major Trends

Multiple hoax bomb threats linked to Russian email domains target polling places in U.S.

Multiple hoax bomb threats linked to Russian email domains target polling places in U.S. battleground states. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Culture / Society

Novi Sad railway station canopy collapse Thousands of protesters demonstrate in Novi Sad, Serbia, to protest the deadly collapse of a railway station canopy on

Novi Sad railway station canopy collapse Thousands of protesters demonstrate in Novi Sad, Serbia, to protest the deadly collapse of a railway station canopy on Friday, leading to violent confrontations with police and vandalism of the city hall. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Major Trends

Somalia–United States relations The United States and Somalia reaches an agreement to write off over $1.1 billion of Somali debt.

Somalia–United States relations The United States and Somalia reaches an agreement to write off over $1.1 billion of Somali debt. (Al Arabiya) (The EastAfrican)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Major Trends

The United States and Somalia reaches an agreement to write off over $1.1 billion of Somali debt.

The United States and Somalia reaches an agreement to write off over $1.1 billion of Somali debt. (Al Arabiya) (The EastAfrican)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Culture / Society

Thousands of protesters demonstrate in Novi Sad, Serbia, to protest the deadly collapse of a railway station canopy on Friday, leading to violent confrontations

Thousands of protesters demonstrate in Novi Sad, Serbia, to protest the deadly collapse of a railway station canopy on Friday, leading to violent confrontations with police and vandalism of the city hall. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024

Nov

05

Politics / Government

Voters in several U.S.

Voters in several U.S. states vote on abortion rights on the ballot. Amendments are passed in Arizona, Colorado, Maryland, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, and New York. (KCRA) (LGBT Nation)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 5, 2024