World 2021 Timeline

Jan

11

Immigration / Law / Policy

COVID-19 pandemic in Seychelles COVID-19 vaccination in Seychelles Seychelles becomes the first African country to begin vaccination campaign against COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Seychelles COVID-19 vaccination in Seychelles Seychelles becomes the first African country to begin vaccination campaign against COVID-19. One of the first to receive the vaccine is the president Wavel Ramkalawan. (Africa News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Zimbabwe The government orders that victims of COVID-19 must be buried where they die, forbidding viewings and the transfer of corpses as t

COVID-19 pandemic in Zimbabwe The government orders that victims of COVID-19 must be buried where they die, forbidding viewings and the transfer of corpses as the country experiences a significant increase in the number of cases. (Xinhua)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Politics / Government

COVID-19 vaccination in Malaysia The government signs a deal with Pfizer and BioNTech to buy an additional 12.2 million doses of the tozinameran vaccine.

COVID-19 vaccination in Malaysia The government signs a deal with Pfizer and BioNTech to buy an additional 12.2 million doses of the tozinameran vaccine. (The Star)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Immigration / Law / Policy

COVID-19 vaccination in Seychelles Seychelles becomes the first African country to begin vaccination campaign against COVID-19.

COVID-19 vaccination in Seychelles Seychelles becomes the first African country to begin vaccination campaign against COVID-19. One of the first to receive the vaccine is the president Wavel Ramkalawan. (Africa News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Politics / Government

President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa tests positive for COVID-19.

President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa tests positive for COVID-19. He is self-isolating in Belém Palace asymptomatic. (PÚBLICO)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Immigration / Law / Policy

Seychelles becomes the first African country to begin vaccination campaign against COVID-19.

Seychelles becomes the first African country to begin vaccination campaign against COVID-19. One of the first to receive the vaccine is the president Wavel Ramkalawan. (Africa News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Politics / Government

The government orders that victims of COVID-19 must be buried where they die, forbidding viewings and the transfer of corpses as the country experiences a signi

The government orders that victims of COVID-19 must be buried where they die, forbidding viewings and the transfer of corpses as the country experiences a significant increase in the number of cases. (Xinhua)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Politics / Government

The government signs a deal with Pfizer and BioNTech to buy an additional 12.2 million doses of the tozinameran vaccine.

The government signs a deal with Pfizer and BioNTech to buy an additional 12.2 million doses of the tozinameran vaccine. (The Star)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Politics / Government

Albania begins its vaccination programme against COVID-19 with doses received from an undisclosed European Union country.

Albania begins its vaccination programme against COVID-19 with doses received from an undisclosed European Union country. Prime Minister Edi Rama is among the first to receive the vaccine. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Major Trends

BioNTech says it plans to produce two billion vaccine doses this year.

BioNTech says it plans to produce two billion vaccine doses this year. (The Hill)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

China announces that a World Health Organization team investigating the origins of COVID-19 will arrive in the country on Thursday.

China announces that a World Health Organization team investigating the origins of COVID-19 will arrive in the country on Thursday. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Albania COVID-19 vaccination in Albania Albania begins its vaccination programme against COVID-19 with doses received from an undisclosed E

COVID-19 pandemic in Albania COVID-19 vaccination in Albania Albania begins its vaccination programme against COVID-19 with doses received from an undisclosed European Union country. Prime Minister Edi Rama is among the first to receive the vaccine. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Lockdowns in Brisbane and the Northern Beaches of Sydney are lifted as the number of cases in those areas drop.

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Lockdowns in Brisbane and the Northern Beaches of Sydney are lifted as the number of cases in those areas drop. (ABC Australia) (9 News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in California Two gorillas in the San Diego Zoo Safari Park test positive for COVID-19, making this the first case of transmission to non-huma

COVID-19 pandemic in California Two gorillas in the San Diego Zoo Safari Park test positive for COVID-19, making this the first case of transmission to non-human primates or great apes. (The Los Angeles Times) The state surpasses 30,000 deaths from COVID-19, just a month after surpassing 20,000 deaths. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Indiana, Variant of Concern 202012/01 Indiana reports its first case of a new variant of SARS-CoV-2 from the United Kingdom.

COVID-19 pandemic in Indiana, Variant of Concern 202012/01 Indiana reports its first case of a new variant of SARS-CoV-2 from the United Kingdom. (Indystar)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia COVID-19 vaccination in Indonesia The Food and Drug Supervisory Agency approves Sinovac's vaccine for emergency use in the countr

COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia COVID-19 vaccination in Indonesia The Food and Drug Supervisory Agency approves Sinovac's vaccine for emergency use in the country. This comes after a clinical trial showed the vaccine had a 65.3% efficacy in Indonesia compared to an efficacy of 91% in Turkey and 78% in Brazil. (Jakarta Globe)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Lebanon Lebanon declares a state of emergency and imposes a 24-hour curfew for 11 days beginning January 14 as part of a lockdown that bega

COVID-19 pandemic in Lebanon Lebanon declares a state of emergency and imposes a 24-hour curfew for 11 days beginning January 14 as part of a lockdown that began on January 7. All private and public companies as well as house of worships will be closed with few exceptions and travel restrictions will also be introduced. (The Daily Star)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in mainland China China announces that a World Health Organization team investigating the origins of COVID-19 will arrive in the country on Th

COVID-19 pandemic in mainland China China announces that a World Health Organization team investigating the origins of COVID-19 will arrive in the country on Thursday. (France 24) Mainland China reports 103 new cases in the past 24 hours, mainly in Hebei province, which is the highest single-day total since July 30 and brings the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 87,536. (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the Netherlands, Variant of Concern 202012/01 The Netherlands detects at least 30 cases of a new variant of SARS-CoV-2 in an outbreak linke

COVID-19 pandemic in the Netherlands, Variant of Concern 202012/01 The Netherlands detects at least 30 cases of a new variant of SARS-CoV-2 in an outbreak linked to a primary school in Bergschenhoek. (Dutch News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines COVID-19 vaccination program in the Philippines The Philippines orders 25 million doses of Sinovac's vaccine.

COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines COVID-19 vaccination program in the Philippines The Philippines orders 25 million doses of Sinovac's vaccine. 50,000 doses of the vaccine are expected to arrive in the country by February. (Inquirer)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Tunisia Tunisia reports a record 3,074 new cases in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide case total to 162,350.

COVID-19 pandemic in Tunisia Tunisia reports a record 3,074 new cases in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide case total to 162,350. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Uzbekistan Uzbekistan extends their travel restrictions to the United Kingdom, Italy, Denmark, Austria, Australia, the Netherlands, and Sou

COVID-19 pandemic in Uzbekistan Uzbekistan extends their travel restrictions to the United Kingdom, Italy, Denmark, Austria, Australia, the Netherlands, and South Africa until February 1. (Xinhuanet)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Politics / Government

COVID-19 vaccination in Albania Albania begins its vaccination programme against COVID-19 with doses received from an undisclosed European Union country.

COVID-19 vaccination in Albania Albania begins its vaccination programme against COVID-19 with doses received from an undisclosed European Union country. Prime Minister Edi Rama is among the first to receive the vaccine. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Major Trends

COVID-19 vaccination in Indonesia The Food and Drug Supervisory Agency approves Sinovac's vaccine for emergency use in the country.

COVID-19 vaccination in Indonesia The Food and Drug Supervisory Agency approves Sinovac's vaccine for emergency use in the country. This comes after a clinical trial showed the vaccine had a 65.3% efficacy in Indonesia compared to an efficacy of 91% in Turkey and 78% in Brazil. (Jakarta Globe)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Major Trends

COVID-19 vaccination program in the Philippines The Philippines orders 25 million doses of Sinovac's vaccine.

COVID-19 vaccination program in the Philippines The Philippines orders 25 million doses of Sinovac's vaccine. 50,000 doses of the vaccine are expected to arrive in the country by February. (Inquirer)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Major Trends

COVID-19 vaccine BioNTech says it plans to produce two billion vaccine doses this year.

COVID-19 vaccine BioNTech says it plans to produce two billion vaccine doses this year. (The Hill)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil Ford Motor Company announces that it will cease production at its plants in Camaçari and T

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil Ford Motor Company announces that it will cease production at its plants in Camaçari and Taubaté in the coming months due to losses aggravated by the pandemic. Ford also plans to close its Troller plant in Belo Horizonte in the fourth quarter of 2021. (AFP via Deccan Herald)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

Ford Motor Company announces that it will cease production at its plants in Camaçari and Taubaté in the coming months due to losses aggravated by the pandemic.

Ford Motor Company announces that it will cease production at its plants in Camaçari and Taubaté in the coming months due to losses aggravated by the pandemic. Ford also plans to close its Troller plant in Belo Horizonte in the fourth quarter of 2021. (AFP via Deccan Herald)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sports, 2020–21 NBA season The NBA announces that they have postponed Monday night’s matchup between Dallas Mavericks and New

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sports, 2020–21 NBA season The NBA announces that they have postponed Monday night’s matchup between Dallas Mavericks and New Orleans Pelicans, and Tuesday match between Boston Celtics and Chicago Bulls due to COVID-19 health protocols. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Major Trends

Indiana reports its first case of a new variant of SARS-CoV-2 from the United Kingdom.

Indiana reports its first case of a new variant of SARS-CoV-2 from the United Kingdom. (Indystar)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

Indonesian authorities identify the first victim of the Sriwijaya Air Boeing 737-500 that crashed into the Java Sea, a 29-year-old male flight attendant.

Indonesian authorities identify the first victim of the Sriwijaya Air Boeing 737-500 that crashed into the Java Sea, a 29-year-old male flight attendant. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Major Trends

Lebanon declares a state of emergency and imposes a 24-hour curfew for 11 days beginning January 14 as part of a lockdown that began on January 7.

Lebanon declares a state of emergency and imposes a 24-hour curfew for 11 days beginning January 14 as part of a lockdown that began on January 7. All private and public companies as well as house of worships will be closed with few exceptions and travel restrictions will also be introduced. (The Daily Star)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Major Trends

Lockdowns in Brisbane and the Northern Beaches of Sydney are lifted as the number of cases in those areas drop.

Lockdowns in Brisbane and the Northern Beaches of Sydney are lifted as the number of cases in those areas drop. (ABC Australia) (9 News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Major Trends

Mainland China reports 103 new cases in the past 24 hours, mainly in Hebei province, which is the highest single-day total since July 30 and brings the nationwi

Mainland China reports 103 new cases in the past 24 hours, mainly in Hebei province, which is the highest single-day total since July 30 and brings the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 87,536. (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Major Trends

Michigan announces it will ban open-carry guns at the state capitol.

Michigan announces it will ban open-carry guns at the state capitol. (HuffPost)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Immigration / Law / Policy

Pope Francis publishes an apostolic letter in which, modifying the canon law, opens officially ministries of lector and acolyte to women.

Pope Francis publishes an apostolic letter in which, modifying the canon law, opens officially ministries of lector and acolyte to women. (Catholic News Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Politics / Government

Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announces a lockdown in the federal territories of Kuala Lumpur, Labuan and Putrajaya as well as in five states and also bans in

Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announces a lockdown in the federal territories of Kuala Lumpur, Labuan and Putrajaya as well as in five states and also bans interstate travel for two weeks beginning January 13 in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19. (South China Morning Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

Sriwijaya Air Flight 182 Indonesian authorities identify the first victim of the Sriwijaya Air Boeing 737-500 that crashed into the Java Sea, a 29-year-old male

Sriwijaya Air Flight 182 Indonesian authorities identify the first victim of the Sriwijaya Air Boeing 737-500 that crashed into the Java Sea, a 29-year-old male flight attendant. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Major Trends

The Food and Drug Supervisory Agency approves Sinovac's vaccine for emergency use in the country.

The Food and Drug Supervisory Agency approves Sinovac's vaccine for emergency use in the country. This comes after a clinical trial showed the vaccine had a 65.3% efficacy in Indonesia compared to an efficacy of 91% in Turkey and 78% in Brazil. (Jakarta Globe)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

The Netherlands detects at least 30 cases of a new variant of SARS-CoV-2 in an outbreak linked to a primary school in Bergschenhoek.

The Netherlands detects at least 30 cases of a new variant of SARS-CoV-2 in an outbreak linked to a primary school in Bergschenhoek. (Dutch News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Major Trends

The Philippines orders 25 million doses of Sinovac's vaccine.

The Philippines orders 25 million doses of Sinovac's vaccine. 50,000 doses of the vaccine are expected to arrive in the country by February. (Inquirer)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Major Trends

The state surpasses 30,000 deaths from COVID-19, just a month after surpassing 20,000 deaths.

The state surpasses 30,000 deaths from COVID-19, just a month after surpassing 20,000 deaths. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 pandemic in Uzbekistan Uzbekistan extends their travel restrictions to the United Kingdom, Italy,

Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 pandemic in Uzbekistan Uzbekistan extends their travel restrictions to the United Kingdom, Italy, Denmark, Austria, Australia, the Netherlands, and South Africa until February 1. (Xinhuanet)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Major Trends

Tunisia reports a record 3,074 new cases in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide case total to 162,350.

Tunisia reports a record 3,074 new cases in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide case total to 162,350. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Health / Disasters

Twitter says that they have suspended over 70,000 accounts linked to the QAnon conspiracy since the Capitol storming.

Twitter says that they have suspended over 70,000 accounts linked to the QAnon conspiracy since the Capitol storming. (CNBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

11

Major Trends

Two gorillas in the San Diego Zoo Safari Park test positive for COVID-19, making this the first case of transmission to non-human primates or great apes.

Two gorillas in the San Diego Zoo Safari Park test positive for COVID-19, making this the first case of transmission to non-human primates or great apes. (The Los Angeles Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 11, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

2021 Ugandan general election Ahead of Thursday's election, Ugandan opposition presidential candidate Bobi Wine says that soldiers raided his home and arrested

2021 Ugandan general election Ahead of Thursday's election, Ugandan opposition presidential candidate Bobi Wine says that soldiers raided his home and arrested his security guards without providing any explanation. Wine has previously been accused by incumbent Yoweri Museveni of being "an agent of foreign interests". (DW) In retaliation against Facebook for blocking pro-government accounts, the government of Uganda blocks all social media, including Facebook and WhatsApp until further notice. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

2021 efforts to remove Donald Trump from office President Donald Trump warns that successfully impeaching him from office for his conduct regarding the riot at

2021 efforts to remove Donald Trump from office President Donald Trump warns that successfully impeaching him from office for his conduct regarding the riot at the United States Capitol Building would represent a "tremendous danger" to the nation. Trump refused to clarify his statement any further, instead stating that his comments vis-à-vis inciting the incident were "totally appropriate". (CNBC) Vice President Mike Pence tells House Speaker Nancy Pelosi that he won't invoke the 25th amendment. (Chicago Tribune)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

Aftermath of the 2021 storming of the United States Capitol 2021 efforts to remove Donald Trump from office President Donald Trump warns that successfully impea

Aftermath of the 2021 storming of the United States Capitol 2021 efforts to remove Donald Trump from office President Donald Trump warns that successfully impeaching him from office for his conduct regarding the riot at the United States Capitol Building would represent a "tremendous danger" to the nation. Trump refused to clarify his statement any further, instead stating that his comments vis-à-vis inciting the incident were "totally appropriate". (CNBC) Vice President Mike Pence tells House Speaker Nancy Pelosi that he won't invoke the 25th amendment. (Chicago Tribune)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

Aftermath of the poisoning of Alexei Navalny Authorities in Russia ask a judge to jail opposition politician and anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny for all

Aftermath of the poisoning of Alexei Navalny Authorities in Russia ask a judge to jail opposition politician and anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny for allegedly breaking a suspended sentence dating back to 2014 and for evading the supervision of Russia's criminal inspection authority. Navalny had previously been asked to return to Russia to report himself to the federal authorities but continues to remain in Germany. He has vowed to return to Russia ahead of the next parliamentary election. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

Ahead of Thursday's election, Ugandan opposition presidential candidate Bobi Wine says that soldiers raided his home and arrested his security guards without pr

Ahead of Thursday's election, Ugandan opposition presidential candidate Bobi Wine says that soldiers raided his home and arrested his security guards without providing any explanation. Wine has previously been accused by incumbent Yoweri Museveni of being "an agent of foreign interests". (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

Authorities in Russia ask a judge to jail opposition politician and anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny for allegedly breaking a suspended sentence dating b

Authorities in Russia ask a judge to jail opposition politician and anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny for allegedly breaking a suspended sentence dating back to 2014 and for evading the supervision of Russia's criminal inspection authority. Navalny had previously been asked to return to Russia to report himself to the federal authorities but continues to remain in Germany. He has vowed to return to Russia ahead of the next parliamentary election. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

President Donald Trump warns that successfully impeaching him from office for his conduct regarding the riot at the United States Capitol Building would represe

President Donald Trump warns that successfully impeaching him from office for his conduct regarding the riot at the United States Capitol Building would represent a "tremendous danger" to the nation. Trump refused to clarify his statement any further, instead stating that his comments vis-à-vis inciting the incident were "totally appropriate". (CNBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

Bavarian Ministers-President Markus Söder announces that starting from next Monday, people will be required to wear FFP2 masks while travelling on public transp

Bavarian Ministers-President Markus Söder announces that starting from next Monday, people will be required to wear FFP2 masks while travelling on public transport and when in retail shops in order to improve safety on these areas. (The Local Germany)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Bolivia Former President Evo Morales tests positive for COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Bolivia Former President Evo Morales tests positive for COVID-19. (G1)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Germany Bavarian Ministers-President Markus Söder announces that starting from next Monday, people will be required to wear FFP2 masks whil

COVID-19 pandemic in Germany Bavarian Ministers-President Markus Söder announces that starting from next Monday, people will be required to wear FFP2 masks while travelling on public transport and when in retail shops in order to improve safety on these areas. (The Local Germany) Baden-Württemberg reports Germany's first case of new variant of SARS-CoV-2 in a family that travelled from South Africa. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia COVID-19 vaccination in Indonesia The government receives 15 million doses of the half-finished vaccine developed by Sinovac Biot

COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia COVID-19 vaccination in Indonesia The government receives 15 million doses of the half-finished vaccine developed by Sinovac Biotech for final production and distribution by Bio Farma. (Jakarta Globe) Indonesia reports a record 302 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 24,645. (detikHealth)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Malaysian Yang di-Pertuan Agong Abdullah of Pahang declares a state of emergency in the country until August 1 amid an increase in

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Malaysian Yang di-Pertuan Agong Abdullah of Pahang declares a state of emergency in the country until August 1 amid an increase in COVID-19 cases, suspending parliament for the first time since 1969 for the remainder of the pandemic. (Bloomberg) Malaysia reports a record 3,309 new confirmed cases in the past 24 hours ahead of the return of movement control orders in parts of the country, bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 141,553. (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the Netherlands The Netherlands extends its nationwide lockdown until February 9 despite the number of new cases falling.

COVID-19 pandemic in the Netherlands The Netherlands extends its nationwide lockdown until February 9 despite the number of new cases falling. (Government of the Netherlands)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

COVID-19 vaccination in Indonesia The government receives 15 million doses of the half-finished vaccine developed by Sinovac Biotech for final production and di

COVID-19 vaccination in Indonesia The government receives 15 million doses of the half-finished vaccine developed by Sinovac Biotech for final production and distribution by Bio Farma. (Jakarta Globe)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

Former President Evo Morales tests positive for COVID-19.

Former President Evo Morales tests positive for COVID-19. (G1)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

In retaliation against Facebook for blocking pro-government accounts, the government of Uganda blocks all social media, including Facebook and WhatsApp until fu

In retaliation against Facebook for blocking pro-government accounts, the government of Uganda blocks all social media, including Facebook and WhatsApp until further notice. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

Malaysian Yang di-Pertuan Agong Abdullah of Pahang declares a state of emergency in the country until August 1 amid an increase in COVID-19 cases, suspending pa

Malaysian Yang di-Pertuan Agong Abdullah of Pahang declares a state of emergency in the country until August 1 amid an increase in COVID-19 cases, suspending parliament for the first time since 1969 for the remainder of the pandemic. (Bloomberg)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

Moldova–Ukraine relations Moldovan President Maia Sandu arrives in Ukraine for her first foreign visit as president.

Moldova–Ukraine relations Moldovan President Maia Sandu arrives in Ukraine for her first foreign visit as president. Both countries said that they are willing to join the Three Seas Initiative and European Union. (UAWire.org) (Ukrinform) (Republic TV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

Moldovan President Maia Sandu arrives in Ukraine for her first foreign visit as president.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu arrives in Ukraine for her first foreign visit as president. Both countries said that they are willing to join the Three Seas Initiative and European Union. (UAWire.org) (Ukrinform) (Republic TV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

The government receives 15 million doses of the half-finished vaccine developed by Sinovac Biotech for final production and distribution by Bio Farma.

The government receives 15 million doses of the half-finished vaccine developed by Sinovac Biotech for final production and distribution by Bio Farma. (Jakarta Globe)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Immigration / Law / Policy

The Jordanian State Security Court sentences a man to death for perpetrating a stabbing attack on eight people in Jerash in November 2019.

The Jordanian State Security Court sentences a man to death for perpetrating a stabbing attack on eight people in Jerash in November 2019. The court alleges that the man "had been in contact with one of the members of the Islamic State", although the organization never claimed responsibility formally. (AFP via RFI)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

The Netherlands extends its nationwide lockdown until February 9 despite the number of new cases falling.

The Netherlands extends its nationwide lockdown until February 9 despite the number of new cases falling. (Government of the Netherlands)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Economy / Jobs / Business

A barge travelling from Kisangani to the town of Basoko in Tshopo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, sinks in the Congo River.

A barge travelling from Kisangani to the town of Basoko in Tshopo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, sinks in the Congo River. Local authorities report that at least six people were killed and 19 others are missing. (AFP via Business Recorder)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Major Trends

Baden-Württemberg reports Germany's first case of new variant of SARS-CoV-2 in a family that travelled from South Africa.

Baden-Württemberg reports Germany's first case of new variant of SARS-CoV-2 in a family that travelled from South Africa. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces that the country will double its order of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine from 20 million to 40 million doses.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces that the country will double its order of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine from 20 million to 40 million doses. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Major Trends

Chinese authorities place 4.9 million people in Langfang under lockdown for the next seven days and also subject them to mass testing in an attempt to reduce th

Chinese authorities place 4.9 million people in Langfang under lockdown for the next seven days and also subject them to mass testing in an attempt to reduce the spread of COVID-19. (Swiss Info)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario Premier Doug Ford announces a second state of emergency and stay-at-home order for Ontario as the numbe

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario Premier Doug Ford announces a second state of emergency and stay-at-home order for Ontario as the number of cases continues to increase. (Global News) COVID-19 vaccination in Canada Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces that the country will double its order of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine from 20 million to 40 million doses. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in China COVID-19 pandemic in mainland China Chinese authorities place 4.9 million people in Langfang under lockdown for the next seven days a

COVID-19 pandemic in China COVID-19 pandemic in mainland China Chinese authorities place 4.9 million people in Langfang under lockdown for the next seven days and also subject them to mass testing in an attempt to reduce the spread of COVID-19. (Swiss Info)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021

Jan

12

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Japan Japan plans to extend the ongoing state of emergency to locations outside of the Greater Tokyo Area.

COVID-19 pandemic in Japan Japan plans to extend the ongoing state of emergency to locations outside of the Greater Tokyo Area. (Insidethegames)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 12, 2021