World 2024 Timeline

Sep

23

Health / Disasters

2023–2024 mpox epidemic The World Health Organization announces that nearly 30,000 suspected mpox cases have been reported in Africa so far this year, primarily

2023–2024 mpox epidemic The World Health Organization announces that nearly 30,000 suspected mpox cases have been reported in Africa so far this year, primarily in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as the death toll from mpox surpasses 800 people. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

23

Major Trends

2024 Kursk offensive The Russian Foreign Ministry reports that at least 56 Russian civilians were killed and 266 others were injured by the Armed Forces of Ukra

2024 Kursk offensive The Russian Foreign Ministry reports that at least 56 Russian civilians were killed and 266 others were injured by the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Kursk Oblast, Russia, which the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry denies as Russian propaganda. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

23

Health / Disasters

2024 Pacific hurricane season Hurricane John makes landfall near Marquelia, Guerrero, Mexico, as a Category 3 hurricane.

2024 Pacific hurricane season Hurricane John makes landfall near Marquelia, Guerrero, Mexico, as a Category 3 hurricane. (AP) (NHC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

23

Major Trends

At least 30 decomposing bodies are found in a boat off the coast of Dakar, Senegal.

At least 30 decomposing bodies are found in a boat off the coast of Dakar, Senegal. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

23

Immigration / Law / Policy

At least four people are found dead after a small boat carrying migrants sinks off the coast of Samos, Greece.

At least four people are found dead after a small boat carrying migrants sinks off the coast of Samos, Greece. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

23

Technology / Science

Climate researchers report that since 1985, deforestation in the Amazon has caused the loss of an area of rainforest equal to the combined area of France and Ge

Climate researchers report that since 1985, deforestation in the Amazon has caused the loss of an area of rainforest equal to the combined area of France and Germany. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

23

Technology / Science

Deforestation of the Amazon rainforest Climate researchers report that since 1985, deforestation in the Amazon has caused the loss of an area of rainforest equa

Deforestation of the Amazon rainforest Climate researchers report that since 1985, deforestation in the Amazon has caused the loss of an area of rainforest equal to the combined area of France and Germany. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

23

War / Conflict / Security

Hezbollah launches dozens of rockets and drones at Israel in retaliation for the airstrikes.

Hezbollah launches dozens of rockets and drones at Israel in retaliation for the airstrikes. (CBS News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

23

Health / Disasters

Hurricane John makes landfall near Marquelia, Guerrero, Mexico, as a Category 3 hurricane.

Hurricane John makes landfall near Marquelia, Guerrero, Mexico, as a Category 3 hurricane. (AP) (NHC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

23

Immigration / Law / Policy

Mediterranean Sea migrant smuggling At least four people are found dead after a small boat carrying migrants sinks off the coast of Samos, Greece.

Mediterranean Sea migrant smuggling At least four people are found dead after a small boat carrying migrants sinks off the coast of Samos, Greece. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

23

War / Conflict / Security

Russian invasion of Ukraine 2024 Kursk offensive The Russian Foreign Ministry reports that at least 56 Russian civilians were killed and 266 others were injured

Russian invasion of Ukraine 2024 Kursk offensive The Russian Foreign Ministry reports that at least 56 Russian civilians were killed and 266 others were injured by the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Kursk Oblast, Russia, which the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry denies as Russian propaganda. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

23

Technology / Science

Swedish lithium-ion technology developer Northvolt announces revised company operational scopes and its intention to layoff 1,600 workers in the country.

Swedish lithium-ion technology developer Northvolt announces revised company operational scopes and its intention to layoff 1,600 workers in the country. (CBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

23

War / Conflict / Security

The Israeli military advises Lebanese civilians in southern Lebanon to evacuate north.

The Israeli military advises Lebanese civilians in southern Lebanon to evacuate north. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

23

Major Trends

The Russian Foreign Ministry reports that at least 56 Russian civilians were killed and 266 others were injured by the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Kursk Oblast,

The Russian Foreign Ministry reports that at least 56 Russian civilians were killed and 266 others were injured by the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Kursk Oblast, Russia, which the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry denies as Russian propaganda. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

23

Major Trends

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon advises all posted civilian employees to evacuate southern Lebanon.

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon advises all posted civilian employees to evacuate southern Lebanon. (The Jerusalem Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

23

Health / Disasters

The World Health Organization announces that nearly 30,000 suspected mpox cases have been reported in Africa so far this year, primarily in the Democratic Repub

The World Health Organization announces that nearly 30,000 suspected mpox cases have been reported in Africa so far this year, primarily in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as the death toll from mpox surpasses 800 people. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 23, 2024

Sep

24

Politics / Government

Newly-elected Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake dissolves the Parliament and calls for snap elections on November 14.

Newly-elected Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake dissolves the Parliament and calls for snap elections on November 14. (Reuters) (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Politics / Government

2024 Brazil wildfires Over thirty environmental organizations condemn Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's actions that contradict his calls for furt

2024 Brazil wildfires Over thirty environmental organizations condemn Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's actions that contradict his calls for further global action against climate change, such as requests for drilling oil reserves near the Amazon River and paving the BR-319 roadway through the Amazon that they state contribute to ongoing wildfires. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Politics / Government

2024 South American wildfires 2024 Brazil wildfires Over thirty environmental organizations condemn Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's actions that

2024 South American wildfires 2024 Brazil wildfires Over thirty environmental organizations condemn Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's actions that contradict his calls for further global action against climate change, such as requests for drilling oil reserves near the Amazon River and paving the BR-319 roadway through the Amazon that they state contribute to ongoing wildfires. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Politics / Government

Argentine President Javier Milei proposes an "agenda of freedom" with economic, social, and foreign policies that directly contradict the United Nations' "Pact

Argentine President Javier Milei proposes an "agenda of freedom" with economic, social, and foreign policies that directly contradict the United Nations' "Pact for the Future", which he calls a model to "repress, restrict and curtail" humanity's freedom and ineffective at preventing conflicts. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

War / Conflict / Security

At least three people are killed and 22 others are injured in a Russian guided bomb attack on an apartment building in Kharkiv, Ukraine.

At least three people are killed and 22 others are injured in a Russian guided bomb attack on an apartment building in Kharkiv, Ukraine. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Politics / Government

Attempted assassination of Donald Trump in Florida Ryan Wesley Routh is formally charged for attempting to assassinate former U.S.

Attempted assassination of Donald Trump in Florida Ryan Wesley Routh is formally charged for attempting to assassinate former U.S. President and Republican Party nominee Donald Trump at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, United States. (NBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Politics / Government

Belarusian independent news outlet Reform.news reports that Jörg Dornau, an Alternative for Germany member of the Saxony parliament, has allegedly used politica

Belarusian independent news outlet Reform.news reports that Jörg Dornau, an Alternative for Germany member of the Saxony parliament, has allegedly used political prisoners as labor on a Belarusian onion plantation owned by his agricultural firm. (Politico)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Immigration / Law / Policy

Former Transport Minister of Singapore S Iswaran was indicted in court for five (out of 35 known so far) charges for obtaining valuables as a civil servant and

Former Transport Minister of Singapore S Iswaran was indicted in court for five (out of 35 known so far) charges for obtaining valuables as a civil servant and one for obstructing the course of justice; decision for his sentencing was adjourned on 3 October. This is the first time since Singapore's independence where a politician has been convicted for such offence.(CNA) (Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Politics / Government

Human rights in Belarus Belarusian independent news outlet Reform.news reports that Jörg Dornau, an Alternative for Germany member of the Saxony parliament, has

Human rights in Belarus Belarusian independent news outlet Reform.news reports that Jörg Dornau, an Alternative for Germany member of the Saxony parliament, has allegedly used political prisoners as labor on a Belarusian onion plantation owned by his agricultural firm. (Politico)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

War / Conflict / Security

Ibrahim Qubaisi, Hezbollah's missiles and rocket force commander, is killed after an airstrike in Beirut, Lebanon.

Ibrahim Qubaisi, Hezbollah's missiles and rocket force commander, is killed after an airstrike in Beirut, Lebanon. Five other people are also killed in the attack. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

War / Conflict / Security

Kharkiv strikes At least three people are killed and 22 others are injured in a Russian guided bomb attack on an apartment building in Kharkiv, Ukraine.

Kharkiv strikes At least three people are killed and 22 others are injured in a Russian guided bomb attack on an apartment building in Kharkiv, Ukraine. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

War / Conflict / Security

Mexican Drug War The death toll from the ongoing shootouts between rival factions of the Sinaloa Cartel increases to at least 77 people, with the finding of two

Mexican Drug War The death toll from the ongoing shootouts between rival factions of the Sinaloa Cartel increases to at least 77 people, with the finding of two corpses on a highway today. (Infobae)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Politics / Government

Over thirty environmental organizations condemn Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's actions that contradict his calls for further global action agai

Over thirty environmental organizations condemn Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's actions that contradict his calls for further global action against climate change, such as requests for drilling oil reserves near the Amazon River and paving the BR-319 roadway through the Amazon that they state contribute to ongoing wildfires. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Immigration / Law / Policy

Prosecution of S Iswaran Former Transport Minister of Singapore S Iswaran was indicted in court for five (out of 35 known so far) charges for obtaining valuable

Prosecution of S Iswaran Former Transport Minister of Singapore S Iswaran was indicted in court for five (out of 35 known so far) charges for obtaining valuables as a civil servant and one for obstructing the course of justice; decision for his sentencing was adjourned on 3 October. This is the first time since Singapore's independence where a politician has been convicted for such offence.(CNA) (Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

War / Conflict / Security

Russian invasion of Ukraine Kharkiv strikes At least three people are killed and 22 others are injured in a Russian guided bomb attack on an apartment building

Russian invasion of Ukraine Kharkiv strikes At least three people are killed and 22 others are injured in a Russian guided bomb attack on an apartment building in Kharkiv, Ukraine. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Politics / Government

Ryan Wesley Routh is formally charged for attempting to assassinate former U.S.

Ryan Wesley Routh is formally charged for attempting to assassinate former U.S. President and Republican Party nominee Donald Trump at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, United States. (NBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Politics / Government

The Israeli government declares a nationwide state of emergency until September 30.

The Israeli government declares a nationwide state of emergency until September 30. (Anadolu Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Health / Disasters

2024 Pacific hurricane season Three people are killed in flooding caused by remnants of Hurricane John in Mexico.

2024 Pacific hurricane season Three people are killed in flooding caused by remnants of Hurricane John in Mexico. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Culture / Society

A Monash University-led study on the Ordovician meteor event provides evidence that rings may have existed around Earth approximately 446 million years ago.

A Monash University-led study on the Ordovician meteor event provides evidence that rings may have existed around Earth approximately 446 million years ago. (Forbes)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Politics / Government

Harini Amarasuriya is appointed the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka.

Harini Amarasuriya is appointed the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Immigration / Law / Policy

Recognition of same-sex unions in Thailand Thailand passes the marriage equality law allowing same-sex couples to be legally wed starting in January 2025.

Recognition of same-sex unions in Thailand Thailand passes the marriage equality law allowing same-sex couples to be legally wed starting in January 2025. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Culture / Society

Scientists from the University of Waterloo announce that they have positively identified bones found on King William Island in Nunavut, Canada, as those of Jame

Scientists from the University of Waterloo announce that they have positively identified bones found on King William Island in Nunavut, Canada, as those of James Fitzjames, captain of HMS Erebus during Franklin's lost expedition. (CBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Immigration / Law / Policy

Thailand passes the marriage equality law allowing same-sex couples to be legally wed starting in January 2025.

Thailand passes the marriage equality law allowing same-sex couples to be legally wed starting in January 2025. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

War / Conflict / Security

The death toll from the ongoing Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon increases to 558 people, including 50 children, with 1,835 others injured.

The death toll from the ongoing Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon increases to 558 people, including 50 children, with 1,835 others injured. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Major Trends

The death toll from the ongoing shootouts between rival factions of the Sinaloa Cartel increases to at least 77 people, with the finding of two corpses on a hig

The death toll from the ongoing shootouts between rival factions of the Sinaloa Cartel increases to at least 77 people, with the finding of two corpses on a highway today. (Infobae)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

War / Conflict / Security

The Lebanese Football Association suspends all football matches indefinitely amid Israeli airstrikes on the country.

The Lebanese Football Association suspends all football matches indefinitely amid Israeli airstrikes on the country. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Major Trends

The United Kingdom deploys 700 troops to Cyprus ahead of a planned evacuation of thousands of British nationals from Lebanon.

The United Kingdom deploys 700 troops to Cyprus ahead of a planned evacuation of thousands of British nationals from Lebanon. The UK has advised all of its citizens to leave Lebanon immediately if they can. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

24

Health / Disasters

Three people are killed in flooding caused by remnants of Hurricane John in Mexico.

Three people are killed in flooding caused by remnants of Hurricane John in Mexico. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 24, 2024

Sep

25

Politics / Government

Brazil–Ukraine relations, China–Ukraine relations Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Brazil and China of using their proposed peace plan for ending

Brazil–Ukraine relations, China–Ukraine relations Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Brazil and China of using their proposed peace plan for ending the Russo-Ukrainian War to increase their geopolitical power "at Ukraine's expense" by urging developing nations to agree to the peace plan. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

Immigration / Law / Policy

Georgia–United States relations The United States withdraws Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze's invitation to attend a summit of national leaders hosted

Georgia–United States relations The United States withdraws Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze's invitation to attend a summit of national leaders hosted by U.S. President Joe Biden during the ongoing United Nations General Assembly session, and refuses any further delegator meetings with Georgia, due to the "anti-democratic actions, disinformation, and negative rhetoric towards the U.S. and the West" resulting from Georgia's recently-passed foreign agents law. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

Immigration / Law / Policy

The United States withdraws Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze's invitation to attend a summit of national leaders hosted by U.S.

The United States withdraws Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze's invitation to attend a summit of national leaders hosted by U.S. President Joe Biden during the ongoing United Nations General Assembly session, and refuses any further delegator meetings with Georgia, due to the "anti-democratic actions, disinformation, and negative rhetoric towards the U.S. and the West" resulting from Georgia's recently-passed foreign agents law. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

Politics / Government

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Brazil and China of using their proposed peace plan for ending the Russo-Ukrainian War to increase their geopoli

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Brazil and China of using their proposed peace plan for ending the Russo-Ukrainian War to increase their geopolitical power "at Ukraine's expense" by urging developing nations to agree to the peace plan. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

War / Conflict / Security

Cross-strait relations The Japanese Navy sends a warship into the Taiwan Strait for the first time to reportedly "convey a message" to China, according to Japan

Cross-strait relations The Japanese Navy sends a warship into the Taiwan Strait for the first time to reportedly "convey a message" to China, according to Japanese newspaper Yomiuri Shimbun. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

Politics / Government

German Green Party leaders Omid Nouripour and Ricarda Lang state that they will step down following significant defeats in recent elections including the 2024 B

German Green Party leaders Omid Nouripour and Ricarda Lang state that they will step down following significant defeats in recent elections including the 2024 Brandenburg state election. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

War / Conflict / Security

The Japanese Navy sends a warship into the Taiwan Strait for the first time to reportedly "convey a message" to China, according to Japanese newspaper Yomiuri S

The Japanese Navy sends a warship into the Taiwan Strait for the first time to reportedly "convey a message" to China, according to Japanese newspaper Yomiuri Shimbun. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

Health / Disasters

2024 Argentina wildfires Intense and widespread wildfires in Córdoba Province, Argentina, destroy 40,000 hectares (400 km2) of forests and farmland, including s

2024 Argentina wildfires Intense and widespread wildfires in Córdoba Province, Argentina, destroy 40,000 hectares (400 km2) of forests and farmland, including several farm structures, and also kill large numbers of cattle. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

Sports

A blimp promoting Brazil soccer team São Paulo FC crashes into houses in the Brazilian municipality of Osasco, injuring the pilot.

A blimp promoting Brazil soccer team São Paulo FC crashes into houses in the Brazilian municipality of Osasco, injuring the pilot. (Fox News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

Major Trends

At least 25 people are killed and dozens are injured in clashes between Shia and Sunni Muslim tribes in Kurram District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, since Sep

At least 25 people are killed and dozens are injured in clashes between Shia and Sunni Muslim tribes in Kurram District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, since September 20. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

Politics / Government

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau survives a no-confidence vote by a vote of 211–119.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau survives a no-confidence vote by a vote of 211–119. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

Major Trends

Four people are killed and two others are critically injured in a shooting spree in Nuoro, Sardinia, Italy.

Four people are killed and two others are critically injured in a shooting spree in Nuoro, Sardinia, Italy. The perpetrator later commits suicide. (ANSA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

War / Conflict / Security

Hezbollah launches a ballistic missile targeting the Mossad headquarters in Tel Aviv, Israel, which is intercepted, while Israel conducts an additional 260 airs

Hezbollah launches a ballistic missile targeting the Mossad headquarters in Tel Aviv, Israel, which is intercepted, while Israel conducts an additional 260 airstrikes across Lebanon, killing at least 72 people. (ABC News) (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

Health / Disasters

Intense and widespread wildfires in Córdoba Province, Argentina, destroy 40,000 hectares (400 km2) of forests and farmland, including several farm structures, a

Intense and widespread wildfires in Córdoba Province, Argentina, destroy 40,000 hectares (400 km2) of forests and farmland, including several farm structures, and also kill large numbers of cattle. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

Immigration / Law / Policy

Israel–Hezbollah conflict September 2024 Lebanon strikes Hezbollah launches a ballistic missile targeting the Mossad headquarters in Tel Aviv, Israel, which is

Israel–Hezbollah conflict September 2024 Lebanon strikes Hezbollah launches a ballistic missile targeting the Mossad headquarters in Tel Aviv, Israel, which is intercepted, while Israel conducts an additional 260 airstrikes across Lebanon, killing at least 72 people. (ABC News) (Al Jazeera) The United States, the European Union, and several other countries call for an immediate 21-day ceasefire along the Blue Line on the Israel–Lebanon border, which has been rejected by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

Economy / Jobs / Business

Pakistani economic crisis The International Monetary Fund approves a $7 billion loan for Pakistan to help its economy, with $1 billion being disbursed immediate

Pakistani economic crisis The International Monetary Fund approves a $7 billion loan for Pakistan to help its economy, with $1 billion being disbursed immediately and the rest in instalments over 37 months. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

Major Trends

Sectarian violence in Pakistan, Shia–Sunni relations At least 25 people are killed and dozens are injured in clashes between Shia and Sunni Muslim tribes in Kur

Sectarian violence in Pakistan, Shia–Sunni relations At least 25 people are killed and dozens are injured in clashes between Shia and Sunni Muslim tribes in Kurram District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, since September 20. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

War / Conflict / Security

September 2024 Lebanon strikes Hezbollah launches a ballistic missile targeting the Mossad headquarters in Tel Aviv, Israel, which is intercepted, while Israel

September 2024 Lebanon strikes Hezbollah launches a ballistic missile targeting the Mossad headquarters in Tel Aviv, Israel, which is intercepted, while Israel conducts an additional 260 airstrikes across Lebanon, killing at least 72 people. (ABC News) (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

Economy / Jobs / Business

The International Monetary Fund approves a $7 billion loan for Pakistan to help its economy, with $1 billion being disbursed immediately and the rest in instalm

The International Monetary Fund approves a $7 billion loan for Pakistan to help its economy, with $1 billion being disbursed immediately and the rest in instalments over 37 months. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

25

Immigration / Law / Policy

The United States, the European Union, and several other countries call for an immediate 21-day ceasefire along the Blue Line on the Israel–Lebanon border, whic

The United States, the European Union, and several other countries call for an immediate 21-day ceasefire along the Blue Line on the Israel–Lebanon border, which has been rejected by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 25, 2024

Sep

26

War / Conflict / Security

Gaza war United States support for Israel in the Gaza war The United States grants Israel a $8.7 billion military aid package, with U.S.

Gaza war United States support for Israel in the Gaza war The United States grants Israel a $8.7 billion military aid package, with U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin stating that the U.S. will not change its commitment to providing military aid to Israel. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 26, 2024

Sep

26

War / Conflict / Security

United States support for Israel in the Gaza war The United States grants Israel a $8.7 billion military aid package, with U.S.

United States support for Israel in the Gaza war The United States grants Israel a $8.7 billion military aid package, with U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin stating that the U.S. will not change its commitment to providing military aid to Israel. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 26, 2024

Sep

26

Health / Disasters

2024 India floods 2024 Jivitputrika tragedy At least 46 people, including 37 children, who were taking part in Jivitputrika festivities in Bihar, India, drown i

2024 India floods 2024 Jivitputrika tragedy At least 46 people, including 37 children, who were taking part in Jivitputrika festivities in Bihar, India, drown in rivers and bodies of water swollen by ongoing flooding across India. (Reuters) Up to 275 mm (10.8 in) of rain falls across Mumbai, India, causing at least four deaths. (Al Arabiya)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 26, 2024

Sep

26

Health / Disasters

2024 Jivitputrika tragedy At least 46 people, including 37 children, who were taking part in Jivitputrika festivities in Bihar, India, drown in rivers and bodie

2024 Jivitputrika tragedy At least 46 people, including 37 children, who were taking part in Jivitputrika festivities in Bihar, India, drown in rivers and bodies of water swollen by ongoing flooding across India. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 26, 2024

Sep

26

Major Trends

2024 Lebanon pager explosions Norwegian police issue an international search request for a Norwegian-Indian man linked to the sale of pagers to Hezbollah that e

2024 Lebanon pager explosions Norwegian police issue an international search request for a Norwegian-Indian man linked to the sale of pagers to Hezbollah that exploded last week. (Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 26, 2024

Sep

26

Health / Disasters

A bus crashes into a river in Wolaita, Ethiopia, killing 28 people and wounding 19 more.

A bus crashes into a river in Wolaita, Ethiopia, killing 28 people and wounding 19 more. (Barron's)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 26, 2024

Sep

26

Sports

A Mallorcan football fan is sentenced to one year in prison for yelling racist insults at football players Vinícius Júnior and Samuel Chukwueze.

A Mallorcan football fan is sentenced to one year in prison for yelling racist insults at football players Vinícius Júnior and Samuel Chukwueze. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 26, 2024

Sep

26

Health / Disasters

At least 46 people, including 37 children, who were taking part in Jivitputrika festivities in Bihar, India, drown in rivers and bodies of water swollen by ongo

At least 46 people, including 37 children, who were taking part in Jivitputrika festivities in Bihar, India, drown in rivers and bodies of water swollen by ongoing flooding across India. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 26, 2024

Sep

26

War / Conflict / Security

At least 92 people are killed and 153 others are injured in airstrikes across Lebanon, bringing the total death toll from the airstrikes to more than 700 people

At least 92 people are killed and 153 others are injured in airstrikes across Lebanon, bringing the total death toll from the airstrikes to more than 700 people. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 26, 2024

Sep

26

Politics / Government

Eastern Ukraine campaign The Russian Defense Ministry claims that Russian forces have taken the city of Ukrainsk in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine.

Eastern Ukraine campaign The Russian Defense Ministry claims that Russian forces have taken the city of Ukrainsk in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine. (The Moscow Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 26, 2024

Sep

26

Major Trends

Eight Pakistani Taliban militants are killed in a shootout with soldiers in North Waziristan District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.

Eight Pakistani Taliban militants are killed in a shootout with soldiers in North Waziristan District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Sep 26, 2024