World 2021 Timeline

Feb

24

Immigration / Law / Policy

Drug policy of Germany Authorities in Germany and Belgium seize more than 23,000 kilograms (51,000 lb) of cocaine, worth billions of dollars, in an internationa

Drug policy of Germany Authorities in Germany and Belgium seize more than 23,000 kilograms (51,000 lb) of cocaine, worth billions of dollars, in an international operation that resulted in one arrest. Authorities consider this to be the largest amount of cocaine ever seized in Europe. The containers came on a ship from Paraguay, via Tangier and Rotterdam, the police said. (CNN)

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Feb

24

Major Trends

Egypt grants emergency use authorization for Russia's Sputnik V vaccine.

Egypt grants emergency use authorization for Russia's Sputnik V vaccine. (PR Newswire)

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Feb

24

Major Trends

Ghana becomes the first country in the world to receive vaccines distributed through the COVAX initiative, with 600,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine.

Ghana becomes the first country in the world to receive vaccines distributed through the COVAX initiative, with 600,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine. (The Washington Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 24, 2021

Feb

24

Major Trends

Idaho reports their first case of the Lineage B.1.1.7 variant in a person from Ada County.

Idaho reports their first case of the Lineage B.1.1.7 variant in a person from Ada County. (Idaho Press)

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Feb

24

Major Trends

Johnson & Johnson's single-shot COVID-19 vaccine candidate meets the standards for emergency use authorization, according to analysis from a committee within th

Johnson & Johnson's single-shot COVID-19 vaccine candidate meets the standards for emergency use authorization, according to analysis from a committee within the FDA, though formal authorization will not be determined until February 26. The vaccine is 66% effective in combating the virus and can be stored in normal refrigerators. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 24, 2021

Feb

24

Major Trends

Moderna announces that they will ship their vaccine candidate for testing against the 501.V2 variant that originated in South Africa.

Moderna announces that they will ship their vaccine candidate for testing against the 501.V2 variant that originated in South Africa. (Time)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 24, 2021

Feb

24

Major Trends

North Carolina governor Roy Cooper announces that some stay-at-home and curfew restrictions will be lifted on February 26, such as allowing bars to reopen indoo

North Carolina governor Roy Cooper announces that some stay-at-home and curfew restrictions will be lifted on February 26, such as allowing bars to reopen indoors, increasing the number of people in gatherings, and extending the alcohol sale cutoff to 11:00 p.m. (The News & Observer)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 24, 2021

Feb

24

Economy / Jobs / Business

Pakistan lifts their COVID-19-related restrictions, allowing indoor dining and wedding ceremonies to resume on March 15.

Pakistan lifts their COVID-19-related restrictions, allowing indoor dining and wedding ceremonies to resume on March 15. Time limits for shopping centres, markets, and amusement parks are also lifted. (Geo News)

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Feb

24

Politics / Government

Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin and Director-General of Health Noor Hisham Abdullah receive their first doses of the Pfizer–BioNTech vaccine as the country offi

Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin and Director-General of Health Noor Hisham Abdullah receive their first doses of the Pfizer–BioNTech vaccine as the country officially begins its national immunisation programme. (The Star)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 24, 2021

Feb

24

Major Trends

Thailand receives their first shipment of 200,000 doses of the Sinovac CoronaVac vaccines.

Thailand receives their first shipment of 200,000 doses of the Sinovac CoronaVac vaccines. (Bangkok Post)

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Feb

24

Economy / Jobs / Business

The cabinet extends the curfew to 10:00 p.m., and orders all businesses to close at 9:00 p.m.

The cabinet extends the curfew to 10:00 p.m., and orders all businesses to close at 9:00 p.m. local time beginning tomorrow due to the spread of the Lineage B.1.1.7 variant. The cabinet also re-imposes a Friday lockdown. (Reuters)

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Feb

24

Health / Disasters

The Polish Health Ministry bans the use of scarves, bandanas, and face shields and requires people to only wear surgical masks as of February 27 due to the spre

The Polish Health Ministry bans the use of scarves, bandanas, and face shields and requires people to only wear surgical masks as of February 27 due to the spread of variants of SARS-CoV-2. (Poland In)

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Feb

24

Politics / Government

The South African city of Port Elizabeth is formally renamed "Gqeberha" ([ᶢǃʱɛ̀ɓéːxà]), the Xhosa name for the Baakens River which flows through the city.

The South African city of Port Elizabeth is formally renamed "Gqeberha" ([ᶢǃʱɛ̀ɓéːxà]), the Xhosa name for the Baakens River which flows through the city. Port Elizabeth International Airport is also renamed Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, after David Stuurman. These name changes are part of a wider campaign to remove colonial and apartheid-era names in the Eastern Cape. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 24, 2021

Feb

24

Major Trends

Vietnam receives their first shipment of 117,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine from South Korea.

Vietnam receives their first shipment of 117,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine from South Korea. (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 24, 2021

Feb

25

Politics / Government

2021 Armenian coup d'état attempt, 2020−2021 Armenian protests Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan warns of an attempted military coup against him after the army dem

2021 Armenian coup d'état attempt, 2020−2021 Armenian protests Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan warns of an attempted military coup against him after the army demands that he and his government resign. In response, Pashinyan dismisses the head of the general staff of the armed forces and calls on his supporters to rally in his support. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Politics / Government

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan warns of an attempted military coup against him after the army demands that he and his government resign.

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan warns of an attempted military coup against him after the army demands that he and his government resign. In response, Pashinyan dismisses the head of the general staff of the armed forces and calls on his supporters to rally in his support. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Politics / Government

Yemeni Civil War Ma'rib Campaign Houthi forces attack Ma'rib, with ballistic missiles amidst an ongoing offensive to capture the city.

Yemeni Civil War Ma'rib Campaign Houthi forces attack Ma'rib, with ballistic missiles amidst an ongoing offensive to capture the city. (Al Arabiya English)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Health / Disasters

2021 Fukushima earthquake A man in his 50s is confirmed to be the first fatality of the February 13 earthquake that struck near Fukushima, Japan, after his body

2021 Fukushima earthquake A man in his 50s is confirmed to be the first fatality of the February 13 earthquake that struck near Fukushima, Japan, after his body is found buried in his destroyed home. (Kyodo News)

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Feb

25

War / Conflict / Security

2021 Kaduna and Katsina attacks Gunmen kill 36 people, wound several others, and burn down houses when they attack two villages in Kaduna and Katsina States, Ni

2021 Kaduna and Katsina attacks Gunmen kill 36 people, wound several others, and burn down houses when they attack two villages in Kaduna and Katsina States, Nigeria. Several attackers are also killed during an air operation by security forces. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Health / Disasters

A man in his 50s is confirmed to be the first fatality of the February 13 earthquake that struck near Fukushima, Japan, after his body is found buried in his de

A man in his 50s is confirmed to be the first fatality of the February 13 earthquake that struck near Fukushima, Japan, after his body is found buried in his destroyed home. (Kyodo News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

War / Conflict / Security

Central African Republic Civil War At least 14 people are killed at a religious site in Bambari, Central African Republic, amid clashes between armed groups and

Central African Republic Civil War At least 14 people are killed at a religious site in Bambari, Central African Republic, amid clashes between armed groups and security forces. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Croatia The government confirms that bars, cafés, and restaurants can reopen their outdoor terraces on March 1.

COVID-19 pandemic in Croatia The government confirms that bars, cafés, and restaurants can reopen their outdoor terraces on March 1. (The Dubrovnik Times)

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Feb

25

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Syria Syria's health ministry confirms that the government has received COVID-19 vaccines from an unnamed "friendly country", adding that h

COVID-19 pandemic in Syria Syria's health ministry confirms that the government has received COVID-19 vaccines from an unnamed "friendly country", adding that healthcare workers will be the first to be vaccinated beginning next week. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

War / Conflict / Security

Gunmen kill 36 people, wound several others, and burn down houses when they attack two villages in Kaduna and Katsina States, Nigeria.

Gunmen kill 36 people, wound several others, and burn down houses when they attack two villages in Kaduna and Katsina States, Nigeria. Several attackers are also killed during an air operation by security forces. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

War / Conflict / Security

Houthi forces attack Ma'rib, with ballistic missiles amidst an ongoing offensive to capture the city.

Houthi forces attack Ma'rib, with ballistic missiles amidst an ongoing offensive to capture the city. (Al Arabiya English)

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Feb

25

Politics / Government

Ma'rib Campaign Houthi forces attack Ma'rib, with ballistic missiles amidst an ongoing offensive to capture the city.

Ma'rib Campaign Houthi forces attack Ma'rib, with ballistic missiles amidst an ongoing offensive to capture the city. (Al Arabiya English)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

War / Conflict / Security

Mali War Nine soldiers are killed and nine others are wounded during a long exchange of fire with armed groups in Bandiagara, Mali.

Mali War Nine soldiers are killed and nine others are wounded during a long exchange of fire with armed groups in Bandiagara, Mali. (Al Jazeera)

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Feb

25

Politics / Government

Syria's health ministry confirms that the government has received COVID-19 vaccines from an unnamed "friendly country", adding that healthcare workers will be t

Syria's health ministry confirms that the government has received COVID-19 vaccines from an unnamed "friendly country", adding that healthcare workers will be the first to be vaccinated beginning next week. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Politics / Government

The Dutch House of Representatives votes to recognize the Chinese government's treatment of its Uyghur Muslim minority as genocide, becoming the first European

The Dutch House of Representatives votes to recognize the Chinese government's treatment of its Uyghur Muslim minority as genocide, becoming the first European Union country to do so. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Politics / Government

The government confirms that bars, cafés, and restaurants can reopen their outdoor terraces on March 1.

The government confirms that bars, cafés, and restaurants can reopen their outdoor terraces on March 1. (The Dubrovnik Times)

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Feb

25

Politics / Government

Uyghur genocide, China–Netherlands relations The Dutch House of Representatives votes to recognize the Chinese government's treatment of its Uyghur Muslim minor

Uyghur genocide, China–Netherlands relations The Dutch House of Representatives votes to recognize the Chinese government's treatment of its Uyghur Muslim minority as genocide, becoming the first European Union country to do so. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Sports

2020 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A Despite losing the last match 2–1 to São Paulo, Flamengo wins their seventh Brasileirão and eighth national championship over

2020 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A Despite losing the last match 2–1 to São Paulo, Flamengo wins their seventh Brasileirão and eighth national championship overall. (UOL)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Health / Disasters

2020–21 H5N8 outbreak Afghanistan reports an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N8 bird flu on a poultry farm in Herat Province.

2020–21 H5N8 outbreak Afghanistan reports an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N8 bird flu on a poultry farm in Herat Province. (Hindustan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Major Trends

2021 Croix-des-Bouquets jailbreak Notable gang leader Arnel Joseph and other detainees escape from prison in Croix-des-Bouquets, Haiti, during a riot that also

2021 Croix-des-Bouquets jailbreak Notable gang leader Arnel Joseph and other detainees escape from prison in Croix-des-Bouquets, Haiti, during a riot that also resulted in the death of eight people inside the jail, including the prison's director. Casualties are also reported in the city's streets. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Health / Disasters

Afghanistan reports an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N8 bird flu on a poultry farm in Herat Province.

Afghanistan reports an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N8 bird flu on a poultry farm in Herat Province. (Hindustan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Health / Disasters

Algeria reports their first two cases of the Lineage B.1.1.7 variant in a healthcare worker from Algiers and a person who traveled to France.

Algeria reports their first two cases of the Lineage B.1.1.7 variant in a healthcare worker from Algiers and a person who traveled to France. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Major Trends

Argentina receives the first shipment of 904,000 doses of Sinopharm's BBIBP-CorV vaccine.

Argentina receives the first shipment of 904,000 doses of Sinopharm's BBIBP-CorV vaccine. (Buenos Aires Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

War / Conflict / Security

At least 14 people are killed at a religious site in Bambari, Central African Republic, amid clashes between armed groups and security forces.

At least 14 people are killed at a religious site in Bambari, Central African Republic, amid clashes between armed groups and security forces. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Major Trends

Bahrain becomes the first country to approve the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine for emergency use.

Bahrain becomes the first country to approve the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine for emergency use. It is also the fifth vaccine to be approved in the country. (Arab News)

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Feb

25

Major Trends

Belize reports their first case of the Lineage B.1.1.7 variant in a member of the British Army Training Support Unit Belize who has been infected with this vari

Belize reports their first case of the Lineage B.1.1.7 variant in a member of the British Army Training Support Unit Belize who has been infected with this variant. (Breaking Belize News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Algeria, Lineage B.1.1.7 Algeria reports their first two cases of the Lineage B.1.1.7 variant in a healthcare worker from Algiers and a per

COVID-19 pandemic in Algeria, Lineage B.1.1.7 Algeria reports their first two cases of the Lineage B.1.1.7 variant in a healthcare worker from Algiers and a person who traveled to France. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina receives the first shipment of 904,000 doses of Sinopharm's BBIBP-CorV vaccine.

COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina receives the first shipment of 904,000 doses of Sinopharm's BBIBP-CorV vaccine. (Buenos Aires Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Bahrain Bahrain becomes the first country to approve the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine for emergency use.

COVID-19 pandemic in Bahrain Bahrain becomes the first country to approve the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine for emergency use. It is also the fifth vaccine to be approved in the country. (Arab News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Belize, Lineage B.1.1.7 Belize reports their first case of the Lineage B.1.1.7 variant in a member of the British Army Training Support Uni

COVID-19 pandemic in Belize, Lineage B.1.1.7 Belize reports their first case of the Lineage B.1.1.7 variant in a member of the British Army Training Support Unit Belize who has been infected with this variant. (Breaking Belize News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Cyprus Cyprus announces that it will allow high schools, gyms, and indoor sports facilities such as swimming pools to reopen on March 1 as

COVID-19 pandemic in Cyprus Cyprus announces that it will allow high schools, gyms, and indoor sports facilities such as swimming pools to reopen on March 1 as the number of COVID-19 cases continue to decrease. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Finland Prime Minister Sanna Marin announces "tier-two" lockdown restrictions for the next three weeks, which includes the closure of bars

COVID-19 pandemic in Finland Prime Minister Sanna Marin announces "tier-two" lockdown restrictions for the next three weeks, which includes the closure of bars and restaurants, expanded remote learning, and a ban on gatherings of more than six people beginning March 8 due to the spread of the Lineage B.1.1.7 variant. (Yle)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Hungary Hungary extends their nationwide lockdown restrictions until March 15 due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases and the sp

COVID-19 pandemic in Hungary Hungary extends their nationwide lockdown restrictions until March 15 due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases and the spread of variants of SARS-CoV-2. (Hungary Today)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in mainland China The National Medical Products Administration grants conditional approval for a single-dose vaccine made by CanSino Biologics

COVID-19 pandemic in mainland China The National Medical Products Administration grants conditional approval for a single-dose vaccine made by CanSino Biologics and a vaccine made by Sinopharm. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka receives 500,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine from India.

COVID-19 pandemic in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka receives 500,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine from India. (The Hindu)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic, 501.V2 variant The Czech Republic reports their first cases of the 501.V2 variant first detected in South Africa in a g

COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic, 501.V2 variant The Czech Republic reports their first cases of the 501.V2 variant first detected in South Africa in a group of people who travelled to Zanzibar. (Radio Prague International)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland Ireland reports its first case of the B.1.525 variant first detected in Nigeria.

COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland Ireland reports its first case of the B.1.525 variant first detected in Nigeria. (Independent.ie)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Culture / Society

Cyprus announces that it will allow high schools, gyms, and indoor sports facilities such as swimming pools to reopen on March 1 as the number of COVID-19 cases

Cyprus announces that it will allow high schools, gyms, and indoor sports facilities such as swimming pools to reopen on March 1 as the number of COVID-19 cases continue to decrease. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Sports

Despite losing the last match 2–1 to São Paulo, Flamengo wins their seventh Brasileirão and eighth national championship overall.

Despite losing the last match 2–1 to São Paulo, Flamengo wins their seventh Brasileirão and eighth national championship overall. (UOL)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

War / Conflict / Security

Facebook bans all accounts related to Myanmar's military, the Tatmadaw, as well as ads from military-controlled companies following the military coup against Au

Facebook bans all accounts related to Myanmar's military, the Tatmadaw, as well as ads from military-controlled companies following the military coup against Aung San Suu Kyi and the military seizure of power on February 1. (CBS News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Major Trends

Former USA Gymnastics coach John Geddert dies from suicide by a self-inflicted gunshot wound off Interstate 96 in Michigan, shortly after being charged with hum

Former USA Gymnastics coach John Geddert dies from suicide by a self-inflicted gunshot wound off Interstate 96 in Michigan, shortly after being charged with human trafficking and sexual assault of a minor. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Major Trends

Hungary extends their nationwide lockdown restrictions until March 15 due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases and the spread of variants of SARS-CoV-

Hungary extends their nationwide lockdown restrictions until March 15 due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases and the spread of variants of SARS-CoV-2. (Hungary Today)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Major Trends

Ireland reports its first case of the B.1.525 variant first detected in Nigeria.

Ireland reports its first case of the B.1.525 variant first detected in Nigeria. (Independent.ie)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

War / Conflict / Security

Ituri conflict Seven civilians are killed by CODECO militiamen in Banyari Kilo sector, Djugu Territory, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Ituri conflict Seven civilians are killed by CODECO militiamen in Banyari Kilo sector, Djugu Territory, Democratic Republic of the Congo. (Radio Okapi)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Immigration / Law / Policy

LGBTQ rights in Malaysia, judiciary of Malaysia The Federal Court, in a landmark decision, unanimously declares that Selangor's sharia law provision on "unnatur

LGBTQ rights in Malaysia, judiciary of Malaysia The Federal Court, in a landmark decision, unanimously declares that Selangor's sharia law provision on "unnatural sex" is invalid and unconstitutional, as such offences fall under the jurisdiction of federal law. (Malay Mail) (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Major Trends

Nine soldiers are killed and nine others are wounded during a long exchange of fire with armed groups in Bandiagara, Mali.

Nine soldiers are killed and nine others are wounded during a long exchange of fire with armed groups in Bandiagara, Mali. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Major Trends

Notable gang leader Arnel Joseph and other detainees escape from prison in Croix-des-Bouquets, Haiti, during a riot that also resulted in the death of eight peo

Notable gang leader Arnel Joseph and other detainees escape from prison in Croix-des-Bouquets, Haiti, during a riot that also resulted in the death of eight people inside the jail, including the prison's director. Casualties are also reported in the city's streets. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Politics / Government

Prime Minister Sanna Marin announces "tier-two" lockdown restrictions for the next three weeks, which includes the closure of bars and restaurants, expanded rem

Prime Minister Sanna Marin announces "tier-two" lockdown restrictions for the next three weeks, which includes the closure of bars and restaurants, expanded remote learning, and a ban on gatherings of more than six people beginning March 8 due to the spread of the Lineage B.1.1.7 variant. (Yle)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Major Trends

Seven civilians are killed by CODECO militiamen in Banyari Kilo sector, Djugu Territory, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Seven civilians are killed by CODECO militiamen in Banyari Kilo sector, Djugu Territory, Democratic Republic of the Congo. (Radio Okapi)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Major Trends

Sri Lanka receives 500,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine from India.

Sri Lanka receives 500,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine from India. (The Hindu)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Major Trends

The Czech Republic reports their first cases of the 501.V2 variant first detected in South Africa in a group of people who travelled to Zanzibar.

The Czech Republic reports their first cases of the 501.V2 variant first detected in South Africa in a group of people who travelled to Zanzibar. (Radio Prague International)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Immigration / Law / Policy

The Federal Court, in a landmark decision, unanimously declares that Selangor's sharia law provision on "unnatural sex" is invalid and unconstitutional, as such

The Federal Court, in a landmark decision, unanimously declares that Selangor's sharia law provision on "unnatural sex" is invalid and unconstitutional, as such offences fall under the jurisdiction of federal law. (Malay Mail) (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Major Trends

The governing body of the International Civil Aviation Organization appoints Juan Carlos Salazar of Colombia as the new Secretary-General of the Organization su

The governing body of the International Civil Aviation Organization appoints Juan Carlos Salazar of Colombia as the new Secretary-General of the Organization succeeding Fang Liu of China. (ICAO)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Major Trends

The National Medical Products Administration grants conditional approval for a single-dose vaccine made by CanSino Biologics and a vaccine made by Sinopharm.

The National Medical Products Administration grants conditional approval for a single-dose vaccine made by CanSino Biologics and a vaccine made by Sinopharm. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Major Trends

USA Gymnastics sex abuse scandal Former USA Gymnastics coach John Geddert dies from suicide by a self-inflicted gunshot wound off Interstate 96 in Michigan, sho

USA Gymnastics sex abuse scandal Former USA Gymnastics coach John Geddert dies from suicide by a self-inflicted gunshot wound off Interstate 96 in Michigan, shortly after being charged with human trafficking and sexual assault of a minor. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

25

Major Trends

Western Cape reports their first case of African Swine Fever at two small farms in Mfuleni, Eerste River in Cape Town, South Africa.

Western Cape reports their first case of African Swine Fever at two small farms in Mfuleni, Eerste River in Cape Town, South Africa. (News24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

Feb

26

Politics / Government

The Belarus Olympic Committee elects Viktor Lukashenko, son of President Alexander Lukashenko, as its new President.

The Belarus Olympic Committee elects Viktor Lukashenko, son of President Alexander Lukashenko, as its new President. Lukashenko is currently suspended from the International Olympic Committee meaning Belarusian athletes will likely be forced to compete as an independent team in the upcoming Tokyo Games. (CTV News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 26, 2021

Feb

26

Politics / Government

2019–2021 Iraqi protests Security forces open fire against a crowd of demonstrators during anti-government protests in Nasiriyah, Iraq, killing 3 people and wou

2019–2021 Iraqi protests Security forces open fire against a crowd of demonstrators during anti-government protests in Nasiriyah, Iraq, killing 3 people and wounding 47 others. Two other protestors have also been killed in the past few days. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 26, 2021

Feb

26

Politics / Government

An explosion hits the Israeli-owned cargo ship MV Helios Ray in the Gulf of Oman.

An explosion hits the Israeli-owned cargo ship MV Helios Ray in the Gulf of Oman. No injuries are reported among the ship's 28 crew members. Israeli media reports, citing unnamed Israeli government officials, that Iran was likely behind the blast. (Bloomberg)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 26, 2021

Feb

26

Politics / Government

An NGO vice-president met with 70 members of the Twa and Bantu in Nyunzu, Democratic Republic of the Congo, to ensure lasting peace in the Nyunzu Territory.

An NGO vice-president met with 70 members of the Twa and Bantu in Nyunzu, Democratic Republic of the Congo, to ensure lasting peace in the Nyunzu Territory. (Radio Okapi)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 26, 2021

Feb

26

Politics / Government

Batwa–Luba clashes An NGO vice-president met with 70 members of the Twa and Bantu in Nyunzu, Democratic Republic of the Congo, to ensure lasting peace in the Ny

Batwa–Luba clashes An NGO vice-president met with 70 members of the Twa and Bantu in Nyunzu, Democratic Republic of the Congo, to ensure lasting peace in the Nyunzu Territory. (Radio Okapi)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 26, 2021