World 2021 Timeline

Jan

18

Politics / Government

Germany–Russia relations Germany condemns the arrest of opposition politician and activist Alexei Navalny upon his return to Russia yesterday.

Germany–Russia relations Germany condemns the arrest of opposition politician and activist Alexei Navalny upon his return to Russia yesterday. German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas calls the arrest "utterly incomprehensible" and calls for Navalny's immediate release. Likewise, British, Danish, and other European diplomats also condemn the arrest. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

Health / Disasters

Hong Kong reports 107 new confirmed cases, which is the first time in nearly a month that more than 100 cases are reported and brings the total number of confir

Hong Kong reports 107 new confirmed cases, which is the first time in nearly a month that more than 100 cases are reported and brings the total number of confirmed cases in the city to 9,664. This sudden rise in cases is partially due to an outbreak among ethnic minorities. (South China Morning Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

Health / Disasters

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the environment The International Energy Agency reports that global methane emissions in 2020 amounted to about 70 million me

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the environment The International Energy Agency reports that global methane emissions in 2020 amounted to about 70 million metric tons, which is 10 percent lower than the estimated amount of methane emissions in 2019. The agency cites the decline in industrial activities, as a result of the pandemic, and the introduction of new emission regulations for the reduction in emissions. (Bloomberg)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

Major Trends

Indonesia reports a record 9,475 recoveries, including 2,802 from Jakarta, bringing the nationwide total of recoveries to 745,935.

Indonesia reports a record 9,475 recoveries, including 2,802 from Jakarta, bringing the nationwide total of recoveries to 745,935. (detikNews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

Major Trends

Japan detects possible community spread of the B.1.1.7 variant in three people from Shizuoka with no known travel history.

Japan detects possible community spread of the B.1.1.7 variant in three people from Shizuoka with no known travel history. (The Japan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

Major Trends

Morocco reports its first case of the B.1.1.7 variant in the Port of Tangier Med.

Morocco reports its first case of the B.1.1.7 variant in the Port of Tangier Med. (Morocco World News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

Major Trends

Nepal reports their first case of a new variant of SARS-CoV-2 in three people who travelled to the United Kingdom three weeks ago and later tested positive.

Nepal reports their first case of a new variant of SARS-CoV-2 in three people who travelled to the United Kingdom three weeks ago and later tested positive. (The Kathmandu Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

War / Conflict / Security

Over 40 security force members have been killed in fighting with the Taliban in Kunduz, Baghlan and Nimroz provinces, Afghanistan.

Over 40 security force members have been killed in fighting with the Taliban in Kunduz, Baghlan and Nimroz provinces, Afghanistan. (TOLO News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

Major Trends

Portugal reports a record 167 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 9,028.

Portugal reports a record 167 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 9,028. (SIC Noticias)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

Politics / Government

Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announces a new RM15 billion economic assistance package, the Malaysian Economic and Rakyat Protection Assistance Package, which

Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announces a new RM15 billion economic assistance package, the Malaysian Economic and Rakyat Protection Assistance Package, which is expected to reduce the impact of COVID-19 on the Malaysian economy. (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

Major Trends

The Czech Republic confirms the detection of the B.1.1.7 variant that originated in the United Kingdom.

The Czech Republic confirms the detection of the B.1.1.7 variant that originated in the United Kingdom. (CTK)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

Major Trends

The Indian union territory of Lakshadweep reports their first case of COVID-19 in a man who left for Kavaratti by ship from Kochi, making it the last territory

The Indian union territory of Lakshadweep reports their first case of COVID-19 in a man who left for Kavaratti by ship from Kochi, making it the last territory to report their first case. (India Today)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

Health / Disasters

The International Energy Agency reports that global methane emissions in 2020 amounted to about 70 million metric tons, which is 10 percent lower than the estim

The International Energy Agency reports that global methane emissions in 2020 amounted to about 70 million metric tons, which is 10 percent lower than the estimated amount of methane emissions in 2019. The agency cites the decline in industrial activities, as a result of the pandemic, and the introduction of new emission regulations for the reduction in emissions. (Bloomberg)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

Health / Disasters

The Spanish Health Ministry reports a record 84,287 new cases in the country over the weekend, bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 2,336,451.

The Spanish Health Ministry reports a record 84,287 new cases in the country over the weekend, bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 2,336,451. (elDiario.es)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

Major Trends

Thirty-nine residents are confirmed to have died from COVID-19 at a single nursing home in Denver, Pennsylvania.

Thirty-nine residents are confirmed to have died from COVID-19 at a single nursing home in Denver, Pennsylvania. (LNP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

Major Trends

Turkmenistan registers the Sputnik V vaccine despite having no confirmed cases in the country, according to the Russian Direct Investment Fund.

Turkmenistan registers the Sputnik V vaccine despite having no confirmed cases in the country, according to the Russian Direct Investment Fund. It becomes the first country in Central Asia to approve a Russian-made vaccine. (RFE/RL)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

18

Major Trends

Two United Nation peacekeepers, from Gabon and Morocco, are killed in an ambush by anti-balaka insurgents near Bangassou, Central African Republic, according to

Two United Nation peacekeepers, from Gabon and Morocco, are killed in an ambush by anti-balaka insurgents near Bangassou, Central African Republic, according to MINUSCA. (Relief Web)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 18, 2021

Jan

19

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Andorra The first 30,000 doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine are sent from Spain to Andorra after both governments reached an agreement ea

COVID-19 pandemic in Andorra The first 30,000 doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine are sent from Spain to Andorra after both governments reached an agreement earlier today. (Euro Weekly News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Japan, Variant of Concern 202012/01 The Shizuoka prefectural government issues an emergency alert after three cases of the more contagious

COVID-19 pandemic in Japan, Variant of Concern 202012/01 The Shizuoka prefectural government issues an emergency alert after three cases of the more contagious variant from the UK are reported in people with no known travel history. (Kyodo News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state) COVID-19 pandemic in New York City Andrew Yang, a candidate for Mayor of New York City in the upcoming mayoral election, w

COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state) COVID-19 pandemic in New York City Andrew Yang, a candidate for Mayor of New York City in the upcoming mayoral election, will quarantine after one of his staffers tested positive for COVID-19. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in New York City Andrew Yang, a candidate for Mayor of New York City in the upcoming mayoral election, will quarantine after one of his staffe

COVID-19 pandemic in New York City Andrew Yang, a candidate for Mayor of New York City in the upcoming mayoral election, will quarantine after one of his staffers tested positive for COVID-19. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in New Zealand, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The New Zealand government imposes a mandatory requirement for all travel

COVID-19 pandemic in New Zealand, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The New Zealand government imposes a mandatory requirement for all travellers to present a negative COVID-19 test result before departing for New Zealand, beginning January 25. This requirement does not include residents of Australia, Antarctica and most Pacific Island countries. (NZ Herald)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Politics / Government

The first 30,000 doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine are sent from Spain to Andorra after both governments reached an agreement earlier today.

The first 30,000 doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine are sent from Spain to Andorra after both governments reached an agreement earlier today. (Euro Weekly News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Politics / Government

The New Zealand government imposes a mandatory requirement for all travellers to present a negative COVID-19 test result before departing for New Zealand, begin

The New Zealand government imposes a mandatory requirement for all travellers to present a negative COVID-19 test result before departing for New Zealand, beginning January 25. This requirement does not include residents of Australia, Antarctica and most Pacific Island countries. (NZ Herald)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Politics / Government

The Shizuoka prefectural government issues an emergency alert after three cases of the more contagious variant from the UK are reported in people with no known

The Shizuoka prefectural government issues an emergency alert after three cases of the more contagious variant from the UK are reported in people with no known travel history. (Kyodo News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Politics / Government

2020 congressional insider trading scandal The United States Department of Justice closes an insider trading probe into U.S.

2020 congressional insider trading scandal The United States Department of Justice closes an insider trading probe into U.S. Senator Richard Burr of North Carolina without making him face any criminal charges. (MarketWatch)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Technology / Science

A 65-year-old Thai woman is sentenced to 43 years in prison for insulting the Thai monarchy in online posts in 2014.

A 65-year-old Thai woman is sentenced to 43 years in prison for insulting the Thai monarchy in online posts in 2014. Her sentence, initially for 87 years, was reduced after she pleaded guilty to the charges. It is the longest punishment for lèse-majesté handed down in Thai history. (Reuters on MSN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Major Trends

Chancellor Angela Merkel and the leaders of all 16 states agree to extend the nationwide lockdown until February 14, due to the threat of new variants of SARS-C

Chancellor Angela Merkel and the leaders of all 16 states agree to extend the nationwide lockdown until February 14, due to the threat of new variants of SARS-CoV-2. They also agree to mandate medical masks for all passengers on public transport. (Taggeschau)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Germany Chancellor Angela Merkel and the leaders of all 16 states agree to extend the nationwide lockdown until February 14, due to the thr

COVID-19 pandemic in Germany Chancellor Angela Merkel and the leaders of all 16 states agree to extend the nationwide lockdown until February 14, due to the threat of new variants of SARS-CoV-2. They also agree to mandate medical masks for all passengers on public transport. (Taggeschau)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong Hong Kong extends their work from home arrangements for civil servants until January 27, as the city attempts to reduce the numbe

COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong Hong Kong extends their work from home arrangements for civil servants until January 27, as the city attempts to reduce the number of COVID-19 cases. (Reuters via Financial Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Israel Israel extends their third nationwide lockdown until January 31 as the country reports its highest number of cases since the pandemi

COVID-19 pandemic in Israel Israel extends their third nationwide lockdown until January 31 as the country reports its highest number of cases since the pandemic began. They will also require all travelers to present a negative COVID-19 test result within 72 hours of arrival or face a fine of NIS 2,500 ($772). (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Kuwait, Variant of Concern 202012/01 Kuwait reports their first cases of the B.1.1.7 variant of SARS-CoV-2 in two women who travelled from

COVID-19 pandemic in Kuwait, Variant of Concern 202012/01 Kuwait reports their first cases of the B.1.1.7 variant of SARS-CoV-2 in two women who travelled from the United Kingdom. (Gulf News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Malaysia's Senior Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob announces the extension of the second movement control order to six states from Jan

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Malaysia's Senior Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob announces the extension of the second movement control order to six states from January 22 at 12:01 a.m. local time until February 4. This means that all states and federal territories except Sarawak will be placed under tighter restrictions. (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Mexico Mexico reports a record 1,584 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to nearly 143,000.

COVID-19 pandemic in Mexico Mexico reports a record 1,584 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to nearly 143,000. (The Washington Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Portugal Portugal reports a new record for the second consecutive day, of 218 deaths, bringing the nationwide death toll to 9,246.

COVID-19 pandemic in Portugal Portugal reports a new record for the second consecutive day, of 218 deaths, bringing the nationwide death toll to 9,246. At the same time, the nationwide number of ICU patients reaches a record 670, just below the maximum allocation capacity of 672 ICU beds set the day before. (DGS) (Reuters) Portuguese Economy Minister Pedro Siza Vieira tested positive for COVID-19. (TSF)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland Ireland reports a record 93 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 2,708.

COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland Ireland reports a record 93 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 2,708. (Irish Examiner)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom The United Kingdom reports a record 1,610 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 91,470.

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom The United Kingdom reports a record 1,610 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 91,470. (ITV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States Grafton vaccine incident, COVID-19 pandemic in Wisconsin Wisconsin pharmacist Steven Brandenburg is charged with attempte

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States Grafton vaccine incident, COVID-19 pandemic in Wisconsin Wisconsin pharmacist Steven Brandenburg is charged with attempted misdemeanor property damage for deliberately trying to defrost doses of Moderna's vaccine. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Vermont Vermont Governor Phil Scott, Health Commissioner Mark Levine, and other officials quarantine after a contractor that Levine was in

COVID-19 pandemic in Vermont Vermont Governor Phil Scott, Health Commissioner Mark Levine, and other officials quarantine after a contractor that Levine was in contact with tested positive for COVID-19. (WPTZ-TV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Washington, D.C.

COVID-19 pandemic in Washington, D.C. A memorial at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is held, honoring the 400,000 Americans who have died as a result of COVID-19. Additionally, bells are rung at the Washington National Cathedral and a moment of silence is held. (Reuters) (NBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Major Trends

Discoveries of exoplanets Scientists discover that WASP-107b is a super-puff.

Discoveries of exoplanets Scientists discover that WASP-107b is a super-puff. WASP-107b is an exoplanet the same size as Jupiter but with one tenth the mass, located 212 light years away from Earth. (CBS News) (Sci-News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Pop Culture / Entertainment

Events affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, COVID-19 pandemic in Taiwan Taiwan cancels the upcoming Taiwan Lantern Festival for the first time since 1990, due to

Events affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, COVID-19 pandemic in Taiwan Taiwan cancels the upcoming Taiwan Lantern Festival for the first time since 1990, due to an increase in COVID-19 cases on the island. (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Major Trends

Fifteen people are killed by a truck in Surat, India while they were sleeping by a road.

Fifteen people are killed by a truck in Surat, India while they were sleeping by a road. (Al Jazeera English)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Health / Disasters

Grafton vaccine incident, COVID-19 pandemic in Wisconsin Wisconsin pharmacist Steven Brandenburg is charged with attempted misdemeanor property damage for delib

Grafton vaccine incident, COVID-19 pandemic in Wisconsin Wisconsin pharmacist Steven Brandenburg is charged with attempted misdemeanor property damage for deliberately trying to defrost doses of Moderna's vaccine. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Major Trends

Hong Kong extends their work from home arrangements for civil servants until January 27, as the city attempts to reduce the number of COVID-19 cases.

Hong Kong extends their work from home arrangements for civil servants until January 27, as the city attempts to reduce the number of COVID-19 cases. (Reuters via Financial Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Immigration / Law / Policy

Internet regulation in Turkey Turkey's Information and Communication Technologies Authority bans advertisements on Twitter, Periscope and Pinterest after these

Internet regulation in Turkey Turkey's Information and Communication Technologies Authority bans advertisements on Twitter, Periscope and Pinterest after these companies failed to appoint local representatives under a new social media law. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Major Trends

Ireland reports a record 93 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 2,708.

Ireland reports a record 93 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 2,708. (Irish Examiner)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Health / Disasters

Israel extends their third nationwide lockdown until January 31 as the country reports its highest number of cases since the pandemic began.

Israel extends their third nationwide lockdown until January 31 as the country reports its highest number of cases since the pandemic began. They will also require all travelers to present a negative COVID-19 test result within 72 hours of arrival or face a fine of NIS 2,500 ($772). (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Major Trends

Kuwait reports their first cases of the B.1.1.7 variant of SARS-CoV-2 in two women who travelled from the United Kingdom.

Kuwait reports their first cases of the B.1.1.7 variant of SARS-CoV-2 in two women who travelled from the United Kingdom. (Gulf News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Politics / Government

Malaysia's Senior Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob announces the extension of the second movement control order to six states from January 22 at 12:01 a.m.

Malaysia's Senior Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob announces the extension of the second movement control order to six states from January 22 at 12:01 a.m. local time until February 4. This means that all states and federal territories except Sarawak will be placed under tighter restrictions. (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Major Trends

Portugal reports a new record for the second consecutive day, of 218 deaths, bringing the nationwide death toll to 9,246.

Portugal reports a new record for the second consecutive day, of 218 deaths, bringing the nationwide death toll to 9,246. At the same time, the nationwide number of ICU patients reaches a record 670, just below the maximum allocation capacity of 672 ICU beds set the day before. (DGS) (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Politics / Government

Portuguese Economy Minister Pedro Siza Vieira tested positive for COVID-19.

Portuguese Economy Minister Pedro Siza Vieira tested positive for COVID-19. (TSF)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Major Trends

Scientists discover that WASP-107b is a super-puff.

Scientists discover that WASP-107b is a super-puff. WASP-107b is an exoplanet the same size as Jupiter but with one tenth the mass, located 212 light years away from Earth. (CBS News) (Sci-News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Pop Culture / Entertainment

Taiwan cancels the upcoming Taiwan Lantern Festival for the first time since 1990, due to an increase in COVID-19 cases on the island.

Taiwan cancels the upcoming Taiwan Lantern Festival for the first time since 1990, due to an increase in COVID-19 cases on the island. (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Major Trends

The United Kingdom reports a record 1,610 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 91,470.

The United Kingdom reports a record 1,610 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 91,470. (ITV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Economy / Jobs / Business

The United States Department of Justice closes an insider trading probe into U.S.

The United States Department of Justice closes an insider trading probe into U.S. Senator Richard Burr of North Carolina without making him face any criminal charges. (MarketWatch)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Immigration / Law / Policy

Turkey's Information and Communication Technologies Authority bans advertisements on Twitter, Periscope and Pinterest after these companies failed to appoint lo

Turkey's Information and Communication Technologies Authority bans advertisements on Twitter, Periscope and Pinterest after these companies failed to appoint local representatives under a new social media law. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Health / Disasters

Vermont Governor Phil Scott, Health Commissioner Mark Levine, and other officials quarantine after a contractor that Levine was in contact with tested positive

Vermont Governor Phil Scott, Health Commissioner Mark Levine, and other officials quarantine after a contractor that Levine was in contact with tested positive for COVID-19. (WPTZ-TV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

19

Major Trends

Wisconsin pharmacist Steven Brandenburg is charged with attempted misdemeanor property damage for deliberately trying to defrost doses of Moderna's vaccine.

Wisconsin pharmacist Steven Brandenburg is charged with attempted misdemeanor property damage for deliberately trying to defrost doses of Moderna's vaccine. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 19, 2021

Jan

20

Politics / Government

117th United States Congress 2020 United States Senate election in Georgia, 2020 United States Senate special election in Georgia Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock

117th United States Congress 2020 United States Senate election in Georgia, 2020 United States Senate special election in Georgia Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock of Georgia are officially sworn in as Senators of the United States Senate. (USA Today) Alex Padilla of California is officially sworn in as Senator of the United States Senate, as an appointee replacing Kamala Harris. (LA Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021

Jan

20

Politics / Government

2020 United States Senate election in Georgia, 2020 United States Senate special election in Georgia Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock of Georgia are officially sw

2020 United States Senate election in Georgia, 2020 United States Senate special election in Georgia Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock of Georgia are officially sworn in as Senators of the United States Senate. (USA Today)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021

Jan

20

War / Conflict / Security

War in Afghanistan 2021 Afghanistan attacks Three Afghan soldiers are killed and four others are wounded in an attack on their vehicle by unidentified gunmen in

War in Afghanistan 2021 Afghanistan attacks Three Afghan soldiers are killed and four others are wounded in an attack on their vehicle by unidentified gunmen in Herat Province. (Tolo News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021

Jan

20

War / Conflict / Security

2021 Afghanistan attacks Three Afghan soldiers are killed and four others are wounded in an attack on their vehicle by unidentified gunmen in Herat Province.

2021 Afghanistan attacks Three Afghan soldiers are killed and four others are wounded in an attack on their vehicle by unidentified gunmen in Herat Province. (Tolo News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021

Jan

20

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Japan The government reaches an agreement with Pfizer for an additional 12 million doses of their vaccine.

COVID-19 pandemic in Japan The government reaches an agreement with Pfizer for an additional 12 million doses of their vaccine. (The Japan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021

Jan

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Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the Netherlands The Netherlands bans all flights from the United Kingdom, South Africa and all South American countries beginning January 2

COVID-19 pandemic in the Netherlands The Netherlands bans all flights from the United Kingdom, South Africa and all South American countries beginning January 23 in order to reduce the spread of more contagious variants of SARS-CoV-2. (NL Times) Prime Minister Mark Rutte issues a statement that would ask the parliament to vote regarding a weekend curfew from 8.30 p.m. to 4.30 a.m. in a parliamentary debate that will begin tomorrow. (Dutch News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021

Jan

20

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States Face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States President Joe Biden signs an executive order mandating face

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States Face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States President Joe Biden signs an executive order mandating face masks on federal property and during interstate travel. (Reuters) The United States reports a record 4,409 deaths in the past 24 hours. (Financial Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021

Jan

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Politics / Government

Face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States President Joe Biden signs an executive order mandating face masks on federal property and during in

Face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States President Joe Biden signs an executive order mandating face masks on federal property and during interstate travel. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021

Jan

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Politics / Government

Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock of Georgia are officially sworn in as Senators of the United States Senate.

Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock of Georgia are officially sworn in as Senators of the United States Senate. (USA Today)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021

Jan

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Politics / Government

Prime Minister Mark Rutte issues a statement that would ask the parliament to vote regarding a weekend curfew from 8.30 p.m.

Prime Minister Mark Rutte issues a statement that would ask the parliament to vote regarding a weekend curfew from 8.30 p.m. to 4.30 a.m. in a parliamentary debate that will begin tomorrow. (Dutch News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021

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Politics / Government

The government reaches an agreement with Pfizer for an additional 12 million doses of their vaccine.

The government reaches an agreement with Pfizer for an additional 12 million doses of their vaccine. (The Japan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021

Jan

20

War / Conflict / Security

Three Afghan soldiers are killed and four others are wounded in an attack on their vehicle by unidentified gunmen in Herat Province.

Three Afghan soldiers are killed and four others are wounded in an attack on their vehicle by unidentified gunmen in Herat Province. (Tolo News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021

Jan

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Health / Disasters

2020–21 H5N8 outbreak Iraq reports an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N8 bird flu in the city of Samarra.

2020–21 H5N8 outbreak Iraq reports an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N8 bird flu in the city of Samarra. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021

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Major Trends

2021 Madrid explosion An explosion caused by a gas leak at a residence for priests in Madrid, Spain results in four fatalities and injures ten others.

2021 Madrid explosion An explosion caused by a gas leak at a residence for priests in Madrid, Spain results in four fatalities and injures ten others. It also partially destroys the residence. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021

Jan

20

Immigration / Law / Policy

A boat carrying migrants from West Africa capsizes in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Libya, resulting in 43 fatalities.

A boat carrying migrants from West Africa capsizes in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Libya, resulting in 43 fatalities. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021

Jan

20

Health / Disasters

Acting Health Director-General Patrick Amoth confirms the first cases of the variant found in South Africa.

Acting Health Director-General Patrick Amoth confirms the first cases of the variant found in South Africa. The patients are two people who had traveled to that country. (Kenyans.co.ke)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 20, 2021