USA 2024 Timeline

Nov

16

Politics / Government

At the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Peru, outgoing U.S.

At the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Peru, outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping for their final meeting before Biden leaves office on January 20th. During the meeting, Biden and Xi talk about topics like cyber crime, trade, Taiwan, and Russia. Xi also said that his team will work with the incoming Trump administration. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 16, 2024

Nov

16

Major Trends

2023–2024 mpox epidemic California confirms its first case of Clade I mpox in a person who travelled to East Africa, becoming the first confirmed case of Clade

2023–2024 mpox epidemic California confirms its first case of Clade I mpox in a person who travelled to East Africa, becoming the first confirmed case of Clade I mpox in the United States. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 16, 2024

Nov

16

Major Trends

California confirms its first case of Clade I mpox in a person who travelled to East Africa, becoming the first confirmed case of Clade I mpox in the United Sta

California confirms its first case of Clade I mpox in a person who travelled to East Africa, becoming the first confirmed case of Clade I mpox in the United States. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 16, 2024

Nov

17

Politics / Government

United States President Joe Biden lifts restrictions on the Ukrainian use of U.S.

United States President Joe Biden lifts restrictions on the Ukrainian use of U.S. weapons for deep attacks inside Russia, with Ukrainian forces planning to use the weapons in long-distance attacks in the coming days. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 17, 2024

Nov

17

Health / Disasters

One fatality and dozens of illnesses are linked to an E.

One fatality and dozens of illnesses are linked to an E. coli outbreak of U.S.-grown organic carrots. (CTV News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 17, 2024

Nov

17

Major Trends

Two people are killed and nine others are injured in two shooting incidents near a parade route in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States.

Two people are killed and nine others are injured in two shooting incidents near a parade route in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 17, 2024

Nov

18

War / Conflict / Security

2024 Israeli invasion of Lebanon Hezbollah launches more than 100 missiles at Israel, including Tel Aviv, killing one person and injuring dozens of others.

2024 Israeli invasion of Lebanon Hezbollah launches more than 100 missiles at Israel, including Tel Aviv, killing one person and injuring dozens of others. (The Times of Israel) Five people are killed and 24 others are injured in an Israeli airstrike on Zuqaq al-Blat, Beirut, Lebanon. (Al Jazeera) Hezbollah and Lebanon both agree to a United States proposal for a ceasefire. However, Israel has refused to comment. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 18, 2024

Nov

18

War / Conflict / Security

A Pakistani Taliban ambush on a military convoy in Khyber district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, kills eight soldiers and wounds three others.

A Pakistani Taliban ambush on a military convoy in Khyber district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, kills eight soldiers and wounds three others. Several gunmen are also killed. Separately, seven police officers are kidnapped in Bannu. (Voice of America)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 18, 2024

Nov

18

Economy / Jobs / Business

American airline Spirit Airlines files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after years of financial losses and a failed merger attempt with JetBlue.

American airline Spirit Airlines files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after years of financial losses and a failed merger attempt with JetBlue. (NPR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 18, 2024

Nov

18

War / Conflict / Security

Hezbollah and Lebanon both agree to a United States proposal for a ceasefire.

Hezbollah and Lebanon both agree to a United States proposal for a ceasefire. However, Israel has refused to comment. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 18, 2024

Nov

18

War / Conflict / Security

Insurgency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Security forces raid a Lashkar-e-Islam hideout in the Tirah Valley of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, killing ten militants and i

Insurgency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Security forces raid a Lashkar-e-Islam hideout in the Tirah Valley of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, killing ten militants and injuring several others. (ABC News) A Pakistani Taliban ambush on a military convoy in Khyber district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, kills eight soldiers and wounds three others. Several gunmen are also killed. Separately, seven police officers are kidnapped in Bannu. (Voice of America)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 18, 2024

Nov

18

War / Conflict / Security

Israel–Hezbollah conflict 2024 Israeli invasion of Lebanon Hezbollah launches more than 100 missiles at Israel, including Tel Aviv, killing one person and injur

Israel–Hezbollah conflict 2024 Israeli invasion of Lebanon Hezbollah launches more than 100 missiles at Israel, including Tel Aviv, killing one person and injuring dozens of others. (The Times of Israel) Five people are killed and 24 others are injured in an Israeli airstrike on Zuqaq al-Blat, Beirut, Lebanon. (Al Jazeera) Hezbollah and Lebanon both agree to a United States proposal for a ceasefire. However, Israel has refused to comment. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 18, 2024

Nov

18

Major Trends

Three people are killed in a stabbing spree in Manhattan, New York, United States.

Three people are killed in a stabbing spree in Manhattan, New York, United States. The perpetrator is arrested. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 18, 2024

Nov

19

Politics / Government

2022–2023 Brazilian election protests Brazilian Federal Police arrest five people, including four G20 security guards, for their alleged involvement in a plot t

2022–2023 Brazilian election protests Brazilian Federal Police arrest five people, including four G20 security guards, for their alleged involvement in a plot to assassinate President Lula da Silva and Vice President Geraldo Alckmin following the general election in 2022. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

Politics / Government

2023–2024 Georgian protests Georgian police reportedly break up tent camps while beating and detaining protesters in Tbilisi, Georgia, demonstrating against the

2023–2024 Georgian protests Georgian police reportedly break up tent camps while beating and detaining protesters in Tbilisi, Georgia, demonstrating against the allegedly rigged parliamentary election in October. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

Politics / Government

2024 Venezuelan presidential election, United States–Venezuela relations The United States announces it recognizes Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González

2024 Venezuelan presidential election, United States–Venezuela relations The United States announces it recognizes Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González as the President-elect following the presidential election in July. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

Politics / Government

Brazilian Federal Police arrest five people, including four G20 security guards, for their alleged involvement in a plot to assassinate President Lula da Silva

Brazilian Federal Police arrest five people, including four G20 security guards, for their alleged involvement in a plot to assassinate President Lula da Silva and Vice President Geraldo Alckmin following the general election in 2022. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

Politics / Government

Georgian police reportedly break up tent camps while beating and detaining protesters in Tbilisi, Georgia, demonstrating against the allegedly rigged parliament

Georgian police reportedly break up tent camps while beating and detaining protesters in Tbilisi, Georgia, demonstrating against the allegedly rigged parliamentary election in October. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

Politics / Government

Military aid to Ukraine during the Russo-Ukrainian War United States and the Russian invasion of Ukraine U.S.

Military aid to Ukraine during the Russo-Ukrainian War United States and the Russian invasion of Ukraine U.S. President Joe Biden approves of sending non-persistent anti-personnel mines to Ukraine, with Ukraine committing to not use them in areas with civilians. (Al Jazeera) The United Kingdom and France both prepare new military packages containing long-range missiles to send to Ukraine following President Biden's decision to allow deep strikes into Russian territory using American weapons. (Newsweek)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

Politics / Government

The United States announces it recognizes Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González as the President-elect following the presidential election in July.

The United States announces it recognizes Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González as the President-elect following the presidential election in July. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

Politics / Government

2024 Abkhazian protests Abkhazian President Aslan Bzhania resigns following negotiations with the opposition and is succeeded by Vice President Badra Gunba as a

2024 Abkhazian protests Abkhazian President Aslan Bzhania resigns following negotiations with the opposition and is succeeded by Vice President Badra Gunba as acting president. (Abkhaz World) (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

Politics / Government

Abkhazian President Aslan Bzhania resigns following negotiations with the opposition and is succeeded by Vice President Badra Gunba as acting president.

Abkhazian President Aslan Bzhania resigns following negotiations with the opposition and is succeeded by Vice President Badra Gunba as acting president. (Abkhaz World) (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

War / Conflict / Security

Attacks in Russia during the Russian invasion of Ukraine Ukraine launches ATACMS ballistic missiles at targets in Bryansk Oblast, Russia, according to the Russi

Attacks in Russia during the Russian invasion of Ukraine Ukraine launches ATACMS ballistic missiles at targets in Bryansk Oblast, Russia, according to the Russian Defence Ministry. It is the first time that Ukraine has used the American-supplied missiles to strike targets inside Russia. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

Politics / Government

The United Kingdom and France both prepare new military packages containing long-range missiles to send to Ukraine following President Biden's decision to allow

The United Kingdom and France both prepare new military packages containing long-range missiles to send to Ukraine following President Biden's decision to allow deep strikes into Russian territory using American weapons. (Newsweek)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

Politics / Government

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

United States and the Russian invasion of Ukraine U.S. President Joe Biden approves of sending non-persistent anti-personnel mines to Ukraine, with Ukraine committing to not use them in areas with civilians. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

War / Conflict / Security

2024 Boeing machinists strike American aerospace company Boeing announces it will layoff 17,000 workers by the end of 2024, 10% of its global workforce, due to

2024 Boeing machinists strike American aerospace company Boeing announces it will layoff 17,000 workers by the end of 2024, 10% of its global workforce, due to financial difficulties following the machinists strike. (Assembly Magazine) (WAFB9)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

War / Conflict / Security

American aerospace company Boeing announces it will layoff 17,000 workers by the end of 2024, 10% of its global workforce, due to financial difficulties followi

American aerospace company Boeing announces it will layoff 17,000 workers by the end of 2024, 10% of its global workforce, due to financial difficulties following the machinists strike. (Assembly Magazine) (WAFB9)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

Immigration / Law / Policy

Doctors Without Borders announces it will suspend operations in Port-au-Prince indefinitely following rape and death threats from Haitian police.

Doctors Without Borders announces it will suspend operations in Port-au-Prince indefinitely following rape and death threats from Haitian police. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

Immigration / Law / Policy

Haitian crisis Twenty-eight suspected gang members are killed by police and residents in Pétion-Ville, Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

Haitian crisis Twenty-eight suspected gang members are killed by police and residents in Pétion-Ville, Port-au-Prince, Haiti. (Al Jazeera) (The Jamaica Observer) Doctors Without Borders announces it will suspend operations in Port-au-Prince indefinitely following rape and death threats from Haitian police. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

Technology / Science

SpaceX launches their sixth Starship rocket at the Boca Chica launch pad in Brownsville, Texas, U.S.

SpaceX launches their sixth Starship rocket at the Boca Chica launch pad in Brownsville, Texas, U.S. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

Major Trends

Twenty-eight suspected gang members are killed by police and residents in Pétion-Ville, Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

Twenty-eight suspected gang members are killed by police and residents in Pétion-Ville, Port-au-Prince, Haiti. (Al Jazeera) (The Jamaica Observer)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

19

War / Conflict / Security

Ukraine launches ATACMS ballistic missiles at targets in Bryansk Oblast, Russia, according to the Russian Defence Ministry.

Ukraine launches ATACMS ballistic missiles at targets in Bryansk Oblast, Russia, according to the Russian Defence Ministry. It is the first time that Ukraine has used the American-supplied missiles to strike targets inside Russia. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 19, 2024

Nov

20

Politics / Government

The U.S., Italian, Greek, and Spanish governments temporarily close their embassies in Kyiv, Ukraine, following threats of a "significant air attack" from Russi

The U.S., Italian, Greek, and Spanish governments temporarily close their embassies in Kyiv, Ukraine, following threats of a "significant air attack" from Russia. (The Washington Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 20, 2024

Nov

20

War / Conflict / Security

Calls for a ceasefire during the Gaza war The United States vetoes a United Nations Security Council proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza, citing the proposal's not

Calls for a ceasefire during the Gaza war The United States vetoes a United Nations Security Council proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza, citing the proposal's not linking the ceasefire to the return of hostages taken during the conflict. (The New York Sun) (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 20, 2024

Nov

20

Politics / Government

Gaza war Calls for a ceasefire during the Gaza war The United States vetoes a United Nations Security Council proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza, citing the propo

Gaza war Calls for a ceasefire during the Gaza war The United States vetoes a United Nations Security Council proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza, citing the proposal's not linking the ceasefire to the return of hostages taken during the conflict. (The New York Sun) (Reuters) United States support for Israel in the Gaza war The United States Senate rejects three resolutions by senator Bernie Sanders that would block the sale of weapons to Israel in their war in Gaza. (The Hill)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 20, 2024

Nov

20

Politics / Government

Indian billionaire and Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani is indicted in the U.S.

Indian billionaire and Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani is indicted in the U.S. for his role in an alleged multi-billion dollar bribery and fraud scheme where he and seven others paid Indian government officials US$265 million to obtain contracts for Adani Green Energy. (AsiaOne) (Bloomberg)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 20, 2024

Nov

20

Politics / Government

The United States Senate rejects three resolutions by senator Bernie Sanders that would block the sale of weapons to Israel in their war in Gaza.

The United States Senate rejects three resolutions by senator Bernie Sanders that would block the sale of weapons to Israel in their war in Gaza. (The Hill)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 20, 2024

Nov

20

Politics / Government

United States support for Israel in the Gaza war The United States Senate rejects three resolutions by senator Bernie Sanders that would block the sale of weapo

United States support for Israel in the Gaza war The United States Senate rejects three resolutions by senator Bernie Sanders that would block the sale of weapons to Israel in their war in Gaza. (The Hill)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 20, 2024

Nov

20

Economy / Jobs / Business

American automaker Ford announces that it will cut 4,000 jobs in Europe, including 2,900 in Germany, citing economic instability and conflicts with environmenta

American automaker Ford announces that it will cut 4,000 jobs in Europe, including 2,900 in Germany, citing economic instability and conflicts with environmental regulations. (Newsweek)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 20, 2024

Nov

20

Economy / Jobs / Business

German economic crisis American automaker Ford announces that it will cut 4,000 jobs in Europe, including 2,900 in Germany, citing economic instability and conf

German economic crisis American automaker Ford announces that it will cut 4,000 jobs in Europe, including 2,900 in Germany, citing economic instability and conflicts with environmental regulations. (Newsweek)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 20, 2024

Nov

20

Major Trends

November 2024 Northeast Pacific bomb cyclone Two people are killed and more than 570,000 people are without power when a bomb cyclone makes landfall over the We

November 2024 Northeast Pacific bomb cyclone Two people are killed and more than 570,000 people are without power when a bomb cyclone makes landfall over the West Coast of the United States and British Columbia, Canada. (CNN) (NBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 20, 2024

Nov

20

War / Conflict / Security

The United States vetoes a United Nations Security Council proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza, citing the proposal's not linking the ceasefire to the return of ho

The United States vetoes a United Nations Security Council proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza, citing the proposal's not linking the ceasefire to the return of hostages taken during the conflict. (The New York Sun) (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 20, 2024

Nov

20

Major Trends

Two people are killed and more than 570,000 people are without power when a bomb cyclone makes landfall over the West Coast of the United States and British Col

Two people are killed and more than 570,000 people are without power when a bomb cyclone makes landfall over the West Coast of the United States and British Columbia, Canada. (CNN) (NBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 20, 2024

Nov

21

Politics / Government

2022 Brazilian coup plot Brazilian Federal Police indicts former President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others for attempting a coup after he lost to Lula da Silva in

2022 Brazilian coup plot Brazilian Federal Police indicts former President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others for attempting a coup after he lost to Lula da Silva in the 2022 election. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 21, 2024

Nov

21

Politics / Government

Brazilian Federal Police indicts former President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others for attempting a coup after he lost to Lula da Silva in the 2022 election.

Brazilian Federal Police indicts former President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others for attempting a coup after he lost to Lula da Silva in the 2022 election. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 21, 2024

Nov

21

Politics / Government

Dnipro strikes, Russian strikes against Ukrainian infrastructure Russia strikes Dnipro, Ukraine, with a projectile stated by Russian President Vladimir Putin to

Dnipro strikes, Russian strikes against Ukrainian infrastructure Russia strikes Dnipro, Ukraine, with a projectile stated by Russian President Vladimir Putin to be a new Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) model. This confirms earlier reports from the United States and other western officials, who said that Russia had used an IRBM after initial reports misidentified the missile as a RS-26 Rubezh intercontinental ballistic missile. (Reuters) (CBS News) (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 21, 2024

Nov

21

Immigration / Law / Policy

Hungary and the Russo-Ukrainian war Hungary announces the deployment of a missile defense system on its border with Ukraine, saying that the threat of escalatio

Hungary and the Russo-Ukrainian war Hungary announces the deployment of a missile defense system on its border with Ukraine, saying that the threat of escalation with Russia is now "greater than ever". (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 21, 2024

Nov

21

Politics / Government

Russia strikes Dnipro, Ukraine, with a projectile stated by Russian President Vladimir Putin to be a new Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) mo

Russia strikes Dnipro, Ukraine, with a projectile stated by Russian President Vladimir Putin to be a new Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) model. This confirms earlier reports from the United States and other western officials, who said that Russia had used an IRBM after initial reports misidentified the missile as a RS-26 Rubezh intercontinental ballistic missile. (Reuters) (CBS News) (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 21, 2024

Nov

21

Immigration / Law / Policy

Hungary announces the deployment of a missile defense system on its border with Ukraine, saying that the threat of escalation with Russia is now "greater than e

Hungary announces the deployment of a missile defense system on its border with Ukraine, saying that the threat of escalation with Russia is now "greater than ever". (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 21, 2024

Nov

21

Economy / Jobs / Business

International sanctions during the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Russia–United States relations U.S.

International sanctions during the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Russia–United States relations U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announces that the Treasury Department has imposed sanctions against Russia's third-largest bank Gazprombank and its subsidiaries. (The Hill)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 21, 2024

Nov

21

Major Trends

The European Southern Observatory announces that its astronomers in Chile capture the first close-up image of a star outside the Milky Way.

The European Southern Observatory announces that its astronomers in Chile capture the first close-up image of a star outside the Milky Way. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 21, 2024

Nov

22

Immigration / Law / Policy

Nicaraguan lawmakers vote unanimously to approve a constitutional amendment that strengthens the political power of President Daniel Ortega and makes his wife a

Nicaraguan lawmakers vote unanimously to approve a constitutional amendment that strengthens the political power of President Daniel Ortega and makes his wife and Vice President Rosario Murillo "co-president". (Confidencial) (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 22, 2024

Nov

22

Major Trends

A Norwegian man working as a guard at the United States Embassy in Oslo is arrested, on suspicion of spying for Russia and Iran.

A Norwegian man working as a guard at the United States Embassy in Oslo is arrested, on suspicion of spying for Russia and Iran. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 22, 2024

Nov

22

Health / Disasters

An infant dies and at least ten other people fall ill in a listeria outbreak related to ready-to-eat meat and poultry products in California, United States.

An infant dies and at least ten other people fall ill in a listeria outbreak related to ready-to-eat meat and poultry products in California, United States. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 22, 2024

Nov

22

Immigration / Law / Policy

Energy company Phillips 66 is indicted in a United States federal court on six charges of violating the Clean Water Act in Los Angeles County, California.

Energy company Phillips 66 is indicted in a United States federal court on six charges of violating the Clean Water Act in Los Angeles County, California. (CBS News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 22, 2024

Nov

22

Major Trends

Norway–United States relations A Norwegian man working as a guard at the United States Embassy in Oslo is arrested, on suspicion of spying for Russia and Iran.

Norway–United States relations A Norwegian man working as a guard at the United States Embassy in Oslo is arrested, on suspicion of spying for Russia and Iran. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 22, 2024

Nov

23

Politics / Government

2024 Jubaland presidential election At least one security officer is killed and two others are injured in a gunfight between Jubaland police and security guards

2024 Jubaland presidential election At least one security officer is killed and two others are injured in a gunfight between Jubaland police and security guards in Kismayo, Somalia, after rival candidates announced a parallel election amid a disagreement on the electoral procedure for the presidential election on Monday. (Hiiraan Online) (NTV Kenya) (NATION)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 23, 2024

Nov

23

Politics / Government

At least one security officer is killed and two others are injured in a gunfight between Jubaland police and security guards in Kismayo, Somalia, after rival ca

At least one security officer is killed and two others are injured in a gunfight between Jubaland police and security guards in Kismayo, Somalia, after rival candidates announced a parallel election amid a disagreement on the electoral procedure for the presidential election on Monday. (Hiiraan Online) (NTV Kenya) (NATION)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 23, 2024

Nov

23

Politics / Government

Constitutional crisis in Somalia 2024 Jubaland presidential election At least one security officer is killed and two others are injured in a gunfight between Ju

Constitutional crisis in Somalia 2024 Jubaland presidential election At least one security officer is killed and two others are injured in a gunfight between Jubaland police and security guards in Kismayo, Somalia, after rival candidates announced a parallel election amid a disagreement on the electoral procedure for the presidential election on Monday. (Hiiraan Online) (NTV Kenya) (NATION)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 23, 2024

Nov

23

Politics / Government

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte claims to have spoken with a contract killer to target President Bongbong Marcos, his wife Liza and House Speaker Martin

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte claims to have spoken with a contract killer to target President Bongbong Marcos, his wife Liza and House Speaker Martin Romualdez in the event of her assassination, which the administration deemed an "active threat" against the government. (ABS-CBN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 23, 2024

Nov

23

Politics / Government

Russia–United States relations The United States Intelligence Community declassifies a document which accuses Russia of assassinating political opponents to Pre

Russia–United States relations The United States Intelligence Community declassifies a document which accuses Russia of assassinating political opponents to President Vladimir Putin abroad. (Kyiv Independent) (Bloomberg)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 23, 2024

Nov

23

Politics / Government

The United States Intelligence Community declassifies a document which accuses Russia of assassinating political opponents to President Vladimir Putin abroad.

The United States Intelligence Community declassifies a document which accuses Russia of assassinating political opponents to President Vladimir Putin abroad. (Kyiv Independent) (Bloomberg)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 23, 2024

Nov

23

Sports

2024 National Women's Soccer League season In association football, the Orlando Pride wins its first National Women's Soccer League title after defeating the Wa

2024 National Women's Soccer League season In association football, the Orlando Pride wins its first National Women's Soccer League title after defeating the Washington Spirit 1–0 in the championship. (The Japan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 23, 2024

Nov

23

Sports

In association football, the Orlando Pride wins its first National Women's Soccer League title after defeating the Washington Spirit 1–0 in the championship.

In association football, the Orlando Pride wins its first National Women's Soccer League title after defeating the Washington Spirit 1–0 in the championship. (The Japan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 23, 2024

Nov

24

Politics / Government

2024 Pakistani general election, Arrest of Imran Khan Pakistani police arrest thousands of supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan ahead of a plan

2024 Pakistani general election, Arrest of Imran Khan Pakistani police arrest thousands of supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan ahead of a planned protest to demand for the release of Khan and other members of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, along with the resignation of the current government. The capital city of Pakistan, Islamabad, is placed under a security lockdown before the protest takes place. (DW) (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 24, 2024

Nov

24

Politics / Government

Pakistani police arrest thousands of supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan ahead of a planned protest to demand for the release of Khan and othe

Pakistani police arrest thousands of supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan ahead of a planned protest to demand for the release of Khan and other members of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, along with the resignation of the current government. The capital city of Pakistan, Islamabad, is placed under a security lockdown before the protest takes place. (DW) (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 24, 2024

Nov

24

Major Trends

An unidentified gunman injures three police officers near the Israeli embassy in Amman, Jordan, before being shot dead.

An unidentified gunman injures three police officers near the Israeli embassy in Amman, Jordan, before being shot dead. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 24, 2024

Nov

24

Major Trends

Death of Zvi Kogan Missing Israeli-Moldovan rabbi Zvi Kogan is found murdered in the United Arab Emirates, with three Uzbek nationals later arrested for the mur

Death of Zvi Kogan Missing Israeli-Moldovan rabbi Zvi Kogan is found murdered in the United Arab Emirates, with three Uzbek nationals later arrested for the murder. (The New York Times) (The Washington Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 24, 2024

Nov

24

Major Trends

Missing Israeli-Moldovan rabbi Zvi Kogan is found murdered in the United Arab Emirates, with three Uzbek nationals later arrested for the murder.

Missing Israeli-Moldovan rabbi Zvi Kogan is found murdered in the United Arab Emirates, with three Uzbek nationals later arrested for the murder. (The New York Times) (The Washington Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 24, 2024

Nov

25

Politics / Government

2024 Jubaland presidential election The Jubaland House of Representatives re-elects incumbent President Ahmed Madobe for the third time amid tensions with the S

2024 Jubaland presidential election The Jubaland House of Representatives re-elects incumbent President Ahmed Madobe for the third time amid tensions with the Somali federal government that resulted in armed forces being deployed to Kamboni, Badhadhe District, Lower Juba, Somalia. (AFP) (Garowe Online) (The Eastleigh Voice)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 25, 2024

Nov

25

Politics / Government

Afghanistan–Russia relations Secretary of the Security Council of Russia Sergei Shoigu pledges Russia's intent to build closer ties with the Taliban Government

Afghanistan–Russia relations Secretary of the Security Council of Russia Sergei Shoigu pledges Russia's intent to build closer ties with the Taliban Government of Afghanistan, and states that the United States should lead rebuilding efforts due to its part in the War in Afghanistan. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 25, 2024

Nov

25

Immigration / Law / Policy

Indictments against Donald Trump U.S.

Indictments against Donald Trump U.S. federal judge Tanya Chutkan of the District Court for the District of Columbia dismisses the two criminal cases by Jack Smith against President-elect Donald Trump, including the classified documents case and the case involving Trump's efforts to overturn his defeat to President Joe Biden in the 2020 presidential election. (CBS News) (Politico)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 25, 2024

Nov

25

Politics / Government

Secretary of the Security Council of Russia Sergei Shoigu pledges Russia's intent to build closer ties with the Taliban Government of Afghanistan, and states th

Secretary of the Security Council of Russia Sergei Shoigu pledges Russia's intent to build closer ties with the Taliban Government of Afghanistan, and states that the United States should lead rebuilding efforts due to its part in the War in Afghanistan. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 25, 2024

Nov

25

Politics / Government

The Jubaland House of Representatives re-elects incumbent President Ahmed Madobe for the third time amid tensions with the Somali federal government that result

The Jubaland House of Representatives re-elects incumbent President Ahmed Madobe for the third time amid tensions with the Somali federal government that resulted in armed forces being deployed to Kamboni, Badhadhe District, Lower Juba, Somalia. (AFP) (Garowe Online) (The Eastleigh Voice)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 25, 2024

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In auto racing, Formula One announces that General Motors will join the grid as a constructor under the Cadillac Team beginning in the 2026 season.

In auto racing, Formula One announces that General Motors will join the grid as a constructor under the Cadillac Team beginning in the 2026 season. (Formula 1) (Front Office Sports)

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