World 2021 Timeline

Jul

02

Major Trends

It is reported that, during June, the Taliban captured 700 Humvees as well as dozens of armored vehicles and artillery systems from the Afghan National Army as

It is reported that, during June, the Taliban captured 700 Humvees as well as dozens of armored vehicles and artillery systems from the Afghan National Army as more districts fall under the group's control during their offensive in the north. (Times of India)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 2, 2021

Jul

02

Major Trends

Lockdown restrictions are lifted in the Northern Territory after a decline in the number of new COVID-19 cases.

Lockdown restrictions are lifted in the Northern Territory after a decline in the number of new COVID-19 cases. Masks will still be required indoors, private gatherings will be limited to 10 people, and gyms will remain closed. Lockdown restrictions are also lifted in regional Queensland, but masks will still be required indoors, and private gatherings will be limited to 30 people. (ABC News Australia)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 2, 2021

Jul

02

Major Trends

Portugal imposes a curfew from 11 p.m.

Portugal imposes a curfew from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. in 19 "very high risk" municipalities, including Lisbon and Albufeira, and 26 "high risk" municipalities, due to the spread of the highly contagious Delta variant. (The Portugal News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 2, 2021

Jul

02

Politics / Government

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau receives his second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau receives his second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. However, Trudeau received the Moderna vaccine for his second dose instead of the AstraZeneca vaccine. (Global News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 2, 2021

Jul

02

Major Trends

Russia reports a record for the fourth consecutive day of 679 deaths from COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 136,565.

Russia reports a record for the fourth consecutive day of 679 deaths from COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 136,565. (The Moscow Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 2, 2021

Jul

02

Major Trends

Santa Cruz del Islote, one of the most densely populated islands on Earth, becomes the first Colombian territory to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Santa Cruz del Islote, one of the most densely populated islands on Earth, becomes the first Colombian territory to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. (El Tiempo)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 2, 2021

Jul

02

Major Trends

South Africa reports a record 24,270 new cases from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 2.02 million.

South Africa reports a record 24,270 new cases from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 2.02 million. (Bloomberg)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 2, 2021

Jul

02

Major Trends

Thailand reports a record for the third consecutive day of 61 deaths from COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 2,141.

Thailand reports a record for the third consecutive day of 61 deaths from COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 2,141. (Bangkok Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 2, 2021

Jul

02

Major Trends

The Food and Drug Authority grants an emergency use authorization for the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.

The Food and Drug Authority grants an emergency use authorization for the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. (Antara)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 2, 2021

Jul

02

Politics / Government

The opposition Labour Party narrowly holds the West Yorkshire constituency of Batley and Spen with a reduced majority of just 323 votes, defying expectations of

The opposition Labour Party narrowly holds the West Yorkshire constituency of Batley and Spen with a reduced majority of just 323 votes, defying expectations of a loss. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 2, 2021

Jul

02

Health / Disasters

The Oregon Health Authority announces that over 70% of adults in the state have received a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

The Oregon Health Authority announces that over 70% of adults in the state have received a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. (The Columbian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 2, 2021

Jul

02

Major Trends

The positivity rate for COVID-19 in Nevada reaches 6%, the highest in the state since March 7.

The positivity rate for COVID-19 in Nevada reaches 6%, the highest in the state since March 7. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 2, 2021

Jul

02

Culture / Society

The Saudi Arabia Ministry of Education announces that it will vaccinate students aged 12 and 18.

The Saudi Arabia Ministry of Education announces that it will vaccinate students aged 12 and 18. (Arab News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 2, 2021

Jul

02

Major Trends

Transair Flight 810 Transair Flight 810, a cargo flight from Honolulu to Kahului, ditches off the coast of Oahu.

Transair Flight 810 Transair Flight 810, a cargo flight from Honolulu to Kahului, ditches off the coast of Oahu. The two pilots are injured. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 2, 2021

Jul

02

Major Trends

Transair Flight 810, a cargo flight from Honolulu to Kahului, ditches off the coast of Oahu.

Transair Flight 810, a cargo flight from Honolulu to Kahului, ditches off the coast of Oahu. The two pilots are injured. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 2, 2021

Jul

03

War / Conflict / Security

An Israeli cargo vessel travelling towards the United Arab Emirates in the northern Indian Ocean is struck by an "unknown weapon" and damaged.

An Israeli cargo vessel travelling towards the United Arab Emirates in the northern Indian Ocean is struck by an "unknown weapon" and damaged. No one has claimed responsibility for the attack, but Iran is blamed. (Jerusalem Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

War / Conflict / Security

Iran–Israel proxy conflict An Israeli cargo vessel travelling towards the United Arab Emirates in the northern Indian Ocean is struck by an "unknown weapon" and

Iran–Israel proxy conflict An Israeli cargo vessel travelling towards the United Arab Emirates in the northern Indian Ocean is struck by an "unknown weapon" and damaged. No one has claimed responsibility for the attack, but Iran is blamed. (Jerusalem Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

War / Conflict / Security

2021 Atlantic hurricane season Hurricane Elsa downgrades to a Tropical Storm and heads towards the Dominican Republic and Haiti followed by Cuba, the Cayman Isl

2021 Atlantic hurricane season Hurricane Elsa downgrades to a Tropical Storm and heads towards the Dominican Republic and Haiti followed by Cuba, the Cayman Islands, Jamaica and the U.S. state of Florida. Heavy rains and high winds are expected. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Immigration / Law / Policy

At least 43 migrants die in the Mediterranean Sea during a shipwreck.

At least 43 migrants die in the Mediterranean Sea during a shipwreck. The boat had departed from Zuwara, Libya, carrying migrants from Egypt, Sudan, Eritrea and Bangladesh. Eighty-four others were rescued, according to the Red Crescent. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Immigration / Law / Policy

European migrant crisis At least 43 migrants die in the Mediterranean Sea during a shipwreck.

European migrant crisis At least 43 migrants die in the Mediterranean Sea during a shipwreck. The boat had departed from Zuwara, Libya, carrying migrants from Egypt, Sudan, Eritrea and Bangladesh. Eighty-four others were rescued, according to the Red Crescent. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

War / Conflict / Security

Hurricane Elsa downgrades to a Tropical Storm and heads towards the Dominican Republic and Haiti followed by Cuba, the Cayman Islands, Jamaica and the U.S.

Hurricane Elsa downgrades to a Tropical Storm and heads towards the Dominican Republic and Haiti followed by Cuba, the Cayman Islands, Jamaica and the U.S. state of Florida. Heavy rains and high winds are expected. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Politics / Government

2021 Atami landslide Two people are killed and at least 20 others are missing after mudslides damage dozens of houses in Atami, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.

2021 Atami landslide Two people are killed and at least 20 others are missing after mudslides damage dozens of houses in Atami, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. The military is deployed to the area as Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga organizes an emergency task team. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Immigration / Law / Policy

A court in the Holy See indicts ten people, including Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu, on embezzlement, money laundering, fraud, extortion and abuse of office.

A court in the Holy See indicts ten people, including Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu, on embezzlement, money laundering, fraud, extortion and abuse of office. Pope Francis personally approved the indictments. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Major Trends

Aerolíneas Argentinas and low-cost carrier Flybondi resume domestic flights in Argentina after a 15 month suspension due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Aerolíneas Argentinas and low-cost carrier Flybondi resume domestic flights in Argentina after a 15 month suspension due to COVID-19 restrictions. The first flights to resume are between Córdoba and the southern city of Bariloche, and from Córdoba and Rosario to San Martín de los Andes. (MercoPress)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Economy / Jobs / Business

Community Activities Restrictions Enforcement Indonesia begins to implement emergency community restrictions in most cities and regencies in the islands of Java

Community Activities Restrictions Enforcement Indonesia begins to implement emergency community restrictions in most cities and regencies in the islands of Java and Bali, requiring non-essential businesses and places of worship to close as well as requiring a vaccination card for domestic travel as part of measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. (Kompas)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Lockdown restrictions are lifted in Perth and surrounding towns after a decrease in the number of new cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Lockdown restrictions are lifted in Perth and surrounding towns after a decrease in the number of new cases. Masks are still mandatory in indoor settings, private gatherings are limited to 10 people, and public gatherings are limited to 20 people. Restrictions also lift in Brisbane. (ABC Australia)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji The test positivity rate in Fiji increases to 9.5% amid an increase in the number of cases since the April outbreak.

COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji The test positivity rate in Fiji increases to 9.5% amid an increase in the number of cases since the April outbreak. The country has so far reported 5,253 COVID-19 cases as the opposition National Federation Party condemns the alleged mishandling of the pandemic. (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in India COVID-19 vaccination in India Phase-III trials of the Covaxin vaccine from India's Bharat Biotech showed a 65.2% efficacy against the

COVID-19 pandemic in India COVID-19 vaccination in India Phase-III trials of the Covaxin vaccine from India's Bharat Biotech showed a 65.2% efficacy against the Delta variant, a 77.8% efficacy against symptomatic COVID-19, and a 93.4% efficacy against severe COVID-19. (Khaleej Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Economy / Jobs / Business

COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia Community Activities Restrictions Enforcement Indonesia begins to implement emergency community restrictions in most cities and r

COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia Community Activities Restrictions Enforcement Indonesia begins to implement emergency community restrictions in most cities and regencies in the islands of Java and Bali, requiring non-essential businesses and places of worship to close as well as requiring a vaccination card for domestic travel as part of measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. (Kompas) Indonesia reports a record for the fourth consecutive day of 27,913 new cases of COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 2.25 million. (detikHealth)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Economy / Jobs / Business

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Malaysian movement control order Malaysia imposes an enhanced movement control order in 34 mukims in Selangor and 14 localities in

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Malaysian movement control order Malaysia imposes an enhanced movement control order in 34 mukims in Selangor and 14 localities in Kuala Lumpur that would not allow residents to leave their home after 8:00 p.m. except for emergency reasons. The EMCO is in effect until July 16. (The Edge Markets)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Russia Russia reports a record for the fifth consecutive day of 697 deaths from COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 137

COVID-19 pandemic in Russia Russia reports a record for the fifth consecutive day of 697 deaths from COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 137,262. (Barron's)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa, COVID-19 vaccination in South Africa The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority approves the usage of the Coronav

COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa, COVID-19 vaccination in South Africa The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority approves the usage of the Coronavac vaccine made by Sinovac under certain conditions. (Bloomberg)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Tajikistan Tajikistan becomes the first country to make COVID-19 vaccinations mandatory for adults.

COVID-19 pandemic in Tajikistan Tajikistan becomes the first country to make COVID-19 vaccinations mandatory for adults. (TASS)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Vietnam Vietnam reports a record 922 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases t

COVID-19 pandemic in Vietnam Vietnam reports a record 922 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 19,043. (Vietnam News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Major Trends

COVID-19 vaccination in India Phase-III trials of the Covaxin vaccine from India's Bharat Biotech showed a 65.2% efficacy against the Delta variant, a 77.8% eff

COVID-19 vaccination in India Phase-III trials of the Covaxin vaccine from India's Bharat Biotech showed a 65.2% efficacy against the Delta variant, a 77.8% efficacy against symptomatic COVID-19, and a 93.4% efficacy against severe COVID-19. (Khaleej Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Health / Disasters

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on aviation, COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Aerolíneas Argentinas and low-cost carrier Flybondi resume domestic flights in Argen

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on aviation, COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Aerolíneas Argentinas and low-cost carrier Flybondi resume domestic flights in Argentina after a 15 month suspension due to COVID-19 restrictions. The first flights to resume are between Córdoba and the southern city of Bariloche, and from Córdoba and Rosario to San Martín de los Andes. (MercoPress)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

War / Conflict / Security

In response to arson balloons launched from the Gaza Strip into Israel, the Israeli Air Force strikes Hamas military targets in Gaza.

In response to arson balloons launched from the Gaza Strip into Israel, the Israeli Air Force strikes Hamas military targets in Gaza. (i24NEWS)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Economy / Jobs / Business

Indonesia begins to implement emergency community restrictions in most cities and regencies in the islands of Java and Bali, requiring non-essential businesses

Indonesia begins to implement emergency community restrictions in most cities and regencies in the islands of Java and Bali, requiring non-essential businesses and places of worship to close as well as requiring a vaccination card for domestic travel as part of measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. (Kompas)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Health / Disasters

Indonesia reports a record for the fourth consecutive day of 27,913 new cases of COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 2.25 mill

Indonesia reports a record for the fourth consecutive day of 27,913 new cases of COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 2.25 million. (detikHealth)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

War / Conflict / Security

Israel-Gaza conflict In response to arson balloons launched from the Gaza Strip into Israel, the Israeli Air Force strikes Hamas military targets in Gaza.

Israel-Gaza conflict In response to arson balloons launched from the Gaza Strip into Israel, the Israeli Air Force strikes Hamas military targets in Gaza. (i24NEWS)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Major Trends

Lockdown restrictions are lifted in Perth and surrounding towns after a decrease in the number of new cases.

Lockdown restrictions are lifted in Perth and surrounding towns after a decrease in the number of new cases. Masks are still mandatory in indoor settings, private gatherings are limited to 10 people, and public gatherings are limited to 20 people. Restrictions also lift in Brisbane. (ABC Australia)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Economy / Jobs / Business

Malaysia imposes an enhanced movement control order in 34 mukims in Selangor and 14 localities in Kuala Lumpur that would not allow residents to leave their hom

Malaysia imposes an enhanced movement control order in 34 mukims in Selangor and 14 localities in Kuala Lumpur that would not allow residents to leave their home after 8:00 p.m. except for emergency reasons. The EMCO is in effect until July 16. (The Edge Markets)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Economy / Jobs / Business

Malaysian movement control order Malaysia imposes an enhanced movement control order in 34 mukims in Selangor and 14 localities in Kuala Lumpur that would not a

Malaysian movement control order Malaysia imposes an enhanced movement control order in 34 mukims in Selangor and 14 localities in Kuala Lumpur that would not allow residents to leave their home after 8:00 p.m. except for emergency reasons. The EMCO is in effect until July 16. (The Edge Markets)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Major Trends

Phase-III trials of the Covaxin vaccine from India's Bharat Biotech showed a 65.2% efficacy against the Delta variant, a 77.8% efficacy against symptomatic COVI

Phase-III trials of the Covaxin vaccine from India's Bharat Biotech showed a 65.2% efficacy against the Delta variant, a 77.8% efficacy against symptomatic COVID-19, and a 93.4% efficacy against severe COVID-19. (Khaleej Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Major Trends

Russia reports a record for the fifth consecutive day of 697 deaths from COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 137,262.

Russia reports a record for the fifth consecutive day of 697 deaths from COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 137,262. (Barron's)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Major Trends

Tajikistan becomes the first country to make COVID-19 vaccinations mandatory for adults.

Tajikistan becomes the first country to make COVID-19 vaccinations mandatory for adults. (TASS)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Health / Disasters

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority approves the usage of the Coronavac vaccine made by Sinovac under certain conditions.

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority approves the usage of the Coronavac vaccine made by Sinovac under certain conditions. (Bloomberg)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Health / Disasters

The test positivity rate in Fiji increases to 9.5% amid an increase in the number of cases since the April outbreak.

The test positivity rate in Fiji increases to 9.5% amid an increase in the number of cases since the April outbreak. The country has so far reported 5,253 COVID-19 cases as the opposition National Federation Party condemns the alleged mishandling of the pandemic. (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Politics / Government

Two people are killed and at least 20 others are missing after mudslides damage dozens of houses in Atami, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.

Two people are killed and at least 20 others are missing after mudslides damage dozens of houses in Atami, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. The military is deployed to the area as Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga organizes an emergency task team. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

03

Major Trends

Vietnam reports a record 922 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 19,043.

Vietnam reports a record 922 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 19,043. (Vietnam News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021

Jul

04

War / Conflict / Security

Mali War Four Malian soldiers are killed in an ambush on their patrol.

Mali War Four Malian soldiers are killed in an ambush on their patrol. No group claims responsibility for the attack, which comes as France resumes joint military exercises with members of the Malian Armed Forces, which had been suspended following the coup d'état this year led by Colonel Assimi Goïta. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Politics / Government

Politics of France The National Rally party re-elects Marine Le Pen without opposition in a bid to strengthen her candidacy for the 2022 French presidential ele

Politics of France The National Rally party re-elects Marine Le Pen without opposition in a bid to strengthen her candidacy for the 2022 French presidential election after the party performed poorly in regional elections. The party also hosts a rally in Paris. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Politics / Government

Presidency of Jair Bolsonaro, 2021 Brazilian protests The Social Democratic Party's founder Gilberto Kassab says that there is proof "each day to impeach Presid

Presidency of Jair Bolsonaro, 2021 Brazilian protests The Social Democratic Party's founder Gilberto Kassab says that there is proof "each day to impeach President Jair Bolsonaro" after massive protests and Bolsonaro also announcing his candidacy for next year's presidential election. (Notícias UOL)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Politics / Government

The National Rally party re-elects Marine Le Pen without opposition in a bid to strengthen her candidacy for the 2022 French presidential election after the par

The National Rally party re-elects Marine Le Pen without opposition in a bid to strengthen her candidacy for the 2022 French presidential election after the party performed poorly in regional elections. The party also hosts a rally in Paris. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Politics / Government

The Social Democratic Party's founder Gilberto Kassab says that there is proof "each day to impeach President Jair Bolsonaro" after massive protests and Bolsona

The Social Democratic Party's founder Gilberto Kassab says that there is proof "each day to impeach President Jair Bolsonaro" after massive protests and Bolsonaro also announcing his candidacy for next year's presidential election. (Notícias UOL)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

War / Conflict / Security

Four Malian soldiers are killed in an ambush on their patrol.

Four Malian soldiers are killed in an ambush on their patrol. No group claims responsibility for the attack, which comes as France resumes joint military exercises with members of the Malian Armed Forces, which had been suspended following the coup d'état this year led by Colonel Assimi Goïta. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Politics / Government

Human rights in the State of Palestine Hundreds of people gather in Ramallah to demonstrate against Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, as part of a

Human rights in the State of Palestine Hundreds of people gather in Ramallah to demonstrate against Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, as part of a protest movement sparked by the death of political activist Nizar Banat. (Israel Hayom)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Politics / Government

Hundreds of people gather in Ramallah to demonstrate against Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, as part of a protest movement sparked by the death o

Hundreds of people gather in Ramallah to demonstrate against Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, as part of a protest movement sparked by the death of political activist Nizar Banat. (Israel Hayom)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

War / Conflict / Security

Taliban spokesperson Suhail Shaheen warns that all foreign troops must leave Afghanistan before a NATO deadline on September 11 amid reports that the U.S.

Taliban spokesperson Suhail Shaheen warns that all foreign troops must leave Afghanistan before a NATO deadline on September 11 amid reports that the U.S. military plans to keep 1,000 troops in Kabul in order to protect both its embassy and the Hamid Karzai International Airport. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Politics / Government

The Chilean Constitutional Convention is inaugurated in Santiago with Mapuche representative Elisa Loncón elected as President of the Convention.

The Chilean Constitutional Convention is inaugurated in Santiago with Mapuche representative Elisa Loncón elected as President of the Convention. (Bloomberg)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

War / Conflict / Security

Withdrawal of United States troops from Afghanistan Taliban spokesperson Suhail Shaheen warns that all foreign troops must leave Afghanistan before a NATO deadl

Withdrawal of United States troops from Afghanistan Taliban spokesperson Suhail Shaheen warns that all foreign troops must leave Afghanistan before a NATO deadline on September 11 amid reports that the U.S. military plans to keep 1,000 troops in Kabul in order to protect both its embassy and the Hamid Karzai International Airport. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Major Trends

2021 Atami landslide Twenty-three people are rescued from their ruined homes after a landslide struck Atami, Japan.

2021 Atami landslide Twenty-three people are rescued from their ruined homes after a landslide struck Atami, Japan. Two more people are found dead, bringing the death toll to 4. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Health / Disasters

2021 Atlantic hurricane season Tropical Storm Elsa passes through the Caribbean, downing trees and blowing off roofs, killing two people in the Dominican Republ

2021 Atlantic hurricane season Tropical Storm Elsa passes through the Caribbean, downing trees and blowing off roofs, killing two people in the Dominican Republic and one in Saint Lucia. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Health / Disasters

2021 Philippine Air Force C-130 crash Fifty people are killed and 49 others are injured when a C-130 transport plane of the Philippine Air Force carrying 92 pas

2021 Philippine Air Force C-130 crash Fifty people are killed and 49 others are injured when a C-130 transport plane of the Philippine Air Force carrying 92 passengers and attempting to land at an airport in Jolo, Sulu, crashes in the nearby town of Patikul. Among the dead there are three civilians on the ground; four more are among the injured. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Health / Disasters

A huge wildfire spreads through Limassol, Cyprus, killing four people and forcing the evacuation of several villages.

A huge wildfire spreads through Limassol, Cyprus, killing four people and forcing the evacuation of several villages. It is described as the worst wildfire in the country's history. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Major Trends

A mud volcano eruption in the Caspian Sea, near an oil platform off the coast of Azerbaijan, causes a massive explosion and fireball, which is seen across the r

A mud volcano eruption in the Caspian Sea, near an oil platform off the coast of Azerbaijan, causes a massive explosion and fireball, which is seen across the region. There are no reports of injuries or damage to any oil platforms. (BNO News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Major Trends

At Novi, Michigan on the backyard of Elvis Merzļikins' mansion, Matīss Kivlenieks sacrifices after trying to save Elvis Merzļikins and his pregnant wife when a

At Novi, Michigan on the backyard of Elvis Merzļikins' mansion, Matīss Kivlenieks sacrifices after trying to save Elvis Merzļikins and his pregnant wife when a firework explodes to Matīss' chest. The burial date was on the 21st of July at the same year. (ESPN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Major Trends

Bangladesh reports a record 153 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the national death toll to 15,065.

Bangladesh reports a record 153 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the national death toll to 15,065. (Dhaka Tribune)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Major Trends

Bennett also announces that he has spoken with Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla about swapping doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to other countries.

Bennett also announces that he has spoken with Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla about swapping doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to other countries. (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh reports a record 153 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the national death toll to 15,065.

COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh reports a record 153 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the national death toll to 15,065. (Dhaka Tribune)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in Luxembourg Prime Minister Xavier Bettel is admitted to a hospital as a precautionary measure, one week after he

COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in Luxembourg Prime Minister Xavier Bettel is admitted to a hospital as a precautionary measure, one week after he tested positive for COVID-19. (The Guardian) COVID-19 pandemic in Russia Russia reports 25,142 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, which is the highest single-day total of new cases since January 2, thereby bringing the national total of confirmed cases to 5.6 million. (The Moscow Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji Fiji reports a record 522 cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the national total to 6,161 cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji Fiji reports a record 522 cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the national total to 6,161 cases. Fiji has seen a substantial increase in the number of cases since an outbreak occurred in April. The Ministry of Health and Medical Services also reports three deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 30. (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in India, COVID-19 vaccination in India Police arrested 14 people for administering fake vaccine shots of salt water instead of the Oxford-Ast

COVID-19 pandemic in India, COVID-19 vaccination in India Police arrested 14 people for administering fake vaccine shots of salt water instead of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine at nearly a dozen private vaccination sites in Mumbai. The organizers, including medical professionals, charged between $10 and $17 per dose. More than 2,600 people paid to receive the vaccine. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia Indonesia reports a record 555 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, 137 of them from Central Java, thereby bringing the nat

COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia Indonesia reports a record 555 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, 137 of them from Central Java, thereby bringing the national death toll to 60,582. (Merdeka.com)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021

Jul

04

Economy / Jobs / Business

COVID-19 pandemic in Iran Iran orders the closure of non-essential businesses such as public parks, restaurants, dessert shops, beauty salons, Shopping malls an

COVID-19 pandemic in Iran Iran orders the closure of non-essential businesses such as public parks, restaurants, dessert shops, beauty salons, Shopping malls and bookstores in 275 "red" and "orange" zone cities, including the capital Tehran, due to the spread of the highly contagious Delta variant. (Egypt Independent)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021