Nov 20,1942 - Present
THE 46TH PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
2018 All five major storm surge gates in the Netherlands closed simultaneously after a storm.
2018 Hennenman–Kroonstad train crash: A passenger train collides with a truck, resulting in 20 deaths and 260 injuries.
2018 A false emergency alert warning of an impending missile strike in Hawaii causes widespread panic in the state.
2018 Carillion, a British multinational construction and facilities management services company, goes into liquidation, marking the largest trading liquidation in the UK.
2018 Myanmar faced a tragic incident as police opened fire on ethnic Rakhine protesters, resulting in the deaths of seven individuals and injuries to twelve more, sparking renewed calls for justice and peace.
2018 A tragic bus fire on the Samara–Shymkent road in Yrgyz District, Aktobe, Kazakhstan claims the lives of 52 passengers, with only three passengers and two drivers surviving.
2018 The Inter-Continental Hotel in Kabul, Afghanistan, became the scene of a 12-hour battle in 2018 as a group of gunmen launched an attack, resulting in the tragic loss of 40 lives and numerous injuries.
2018 The Syrian civil war took a significant turn in 2018 as the Government of Turkey announced the initiation of the Afrin offensive, intensifying the conflict in the Afrin Region.
2018 Rocket Lab's Electron achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first rocket to reach orbit using an electric pump-fed engine and deploying three CubeSats.
2018 The Gulf of Alaska experiences a seismic upheaval as a 7.9 Mw earthquake strikes, ranking as the sixth-largest earthquake ever recorded in the United States, remarkably causing no significant damage or loss of life.
2018 A dual car bombing tragedy unfolds in Benghazi, Libya, claiming the lives of at least 33 individuals while leaving dozens wounded, tragically affecting both military personnel and civilians, according to local officials.
2018 The China–United States trade war initiates with President Donald Trump's decision to impose tariffs on Chinese solar panels and washing machines, marking a pivotal moment in global economic relations.
2018 In a landmark case, former doctor Larry Nassar is sentenced to a maximum of 175 years in prison for his sexual abuse of female gymnasts, marking a pivotal moment in the #MeToo movement.
2018 Skywatchers around the world were treated to a rare celestial spectacle on January 31, 2018, as both a blue moon and a total lunar eclipse occurred, creating a captivating astronomical display.
2018 The Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang County, South Korea, kick off with a spectacular opening ceremony, uniting athletes from around the world in the spirit of competition.
2018 A Kowloon Motor Bus double-decker overturns on Route 872 in Hong Kong, resulting in a devastating incident that claims the lives of 19 individuals and injures 66 others.
2018 Tragedy strikes when Saratov Airlines Flight 703 crashes near Moscow, Russia, claiming the lives of all 71 souls on board and leaving no survivors.
2018 Jacob Zuma resigns as the President of South Africa, a significant moment in the nation's political history, paving the way for a new era of leadership.
2018 Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida witnesses a tragic shooting, resulting in 17 fatalities and 17 injuries, sparking nationwide discussions on gun control and school safety.
2018 Iran Aseman Airlines Flight 3704 met a tragic end as it crashed in the Dena sub-range of the Zagros Mountains in Iran. The loss of 66 lives marked a sorrowful moment in aviation history.
2018 A chilling incident unfolded at the U.S. embassy in Podgorica, Montenegro, as a man threw a grenade, ultimately dying in a second explosion, leaving no other casualties but raising concerns about embassy security.
2018 A shocking incident unfolds in Salisbury, England, as former MI6 spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter are poisoned with a Novichok nerve agent, triggering a diplomatic crisis.
2018 Amidst the Syrian civil war, the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) temporarily suspend their Deir ez-Zor campaign due to the Turkish-led invasion of Afrin, marking a critical juncture in the ongoing conflict.
2018 Karachi, Pakistan, witnesses a historic moment as the first Aurat March takes place on International Women's Day, advocating for women's right to bodily autonomy and standing against gender-based violence with the feminist slogan "Mera Jism Meri Marzi" (My body, my choice).
2018 Tribhuvan International Airport in Katmandu witnesses a somber day as US-Bangla Airlines Flight 211 crashes, resulting in the loss of 51 lives and injuries to 20 others.
2018 Peru witnessed a political upheaval on March 23, 2018, as President Pedro Pablo Kuczynski resigned amid a mass corruption scandal. His resignation occurred just before a planned impeachment by the opposition-majority Congress of Peru, reshaping the nation's leadership.
2018 In 2018, the Syrian Civil War entered a new phase as the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) launched an insurgency against the Turkish occupation of the Afrin District, reshaping the dynamics of the conflict in Syria.
2018 Land Day protests in Gaza turned tragic as Israeli Army actions resulted in casualties and drew international attention to the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
2018 The winds of change swept through Armenia as the 2018 Armenian revolution began, heralding a new era of political transformation and reshaping the nation's destiny.
2018 YouTube headquarters shooting: A 38-year-old gunwoman opens fire at YouTube Headquarters in San Bruno, California, injuring 3 people before committing suicide.
2018 Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conduct a sweeping raid on a Tennessee slaughterhouse, detaining nearly 100 undocumented Hispanic workers in one of the largest workplace raids in U.S. history.
2018 A tragic accident unfolds as a bus carrying the Humboldt Broncos junior ice hockey team collides with a semi-truck in Saskatchewan, Canada, resulting in the loss of 16 lives and injuries to 13 others, a heart-wrenching moment etched in Canadian sports history.
2018 Former Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's arrest for corruption, based on Judge Sérgio Moro's determination, sparks controversy and legal battles in Brazil.
2018 Syria's devastating Douma chemical attack occurs during the Eastern Ghouta offensive, leaving a trail of suffering in its wake amid the Syrian Civil War.
2018 A tragic aviation accident unfolds near Boufarik, Algeria, as an Ilyushin Il-76 operated by the Algerian Air Force crashes, resulting in the devastating loss of 257 lives.
2018 The New York Times and the New Yorker were awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Public Service for their groundbreaking reporting on the Harvey Weinstein sexual abuse scandal. This recognition highlighted the power of investigative journalism.
2018 King Mswati III of Swaziland made a historic announcement, revealing his intention to change his country's name to Eswatini, a decision rooted in cultural identity and a defining moment in the nation's history.
2018 In 2018, a vehicle-ramming attack in Toronto claimed 10 lives and injured 16, leading to the arrest of the 25-year-old suspect, Alek Minassian.
2018 In a significant moment within the #MeToo movement and the justice system, American comedian Bill Cosby was convicted of sexual assault on this day in 2018, marking a turning point in the fight against sexual misconduct.
2018 The historic Panmunjom Declaration is signed, officially declaring North and South Korea's intentions to end the Korean conflict and pursue peace on the Korean Peninsula, marking a significant step towards reconciliation.
2018 The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) launch a campaign to clear the remnants of ISIL from Iraq, resuming efforts to stabilize the region after years of conflict.
2018 A fatal knife attack unfolded in Paris in 2018, resulting in the fatal shooting of the assailant by police after he killed one person and injured several others, emphasizing the ongoing challenges of maintaining public safety in urban areas.
2018 A global spectacle unfolded as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle exchanged vows at St George's Chapel, Windsor, in a royal wedding watched by an estimated 1.9 billion viewers worldwide.
2018 A new era in data protection and privacy dawns in the European Union as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) becomes enforceable, ushering in a comprehensive framework to safeguard personal data and privacy rights for individuals.
2018 In a historic and transformative moment, Ireland votes to repeal the Eighth Amendment of its constitution, which had imposed strict restrictions on abortion, and replaces it with the Thirty-sixth Amendment, marking a profound shift in the nation's social and reproductive policies.
2018 The Maryland Flood Event in 2018 unleashed widespread flooding in the Patapsco Valley, resulting in a tragic loss of life, extensive damage to buildings on Main Street in Ellicott City, and overturned vehicles, leaving a community grappling with its aftermath.
2018 The Opportunity rover bid its final farewell, transmitting its last message back to Earth and officially concluding its remarkable mission on February 13, 2019, leaving a lasting legacy of exploration on the Martian surface.
2018 A historic meeting occurred in 2018 as United States President Donald Trump and North Korea's Kim Jong-un met in Singapore, marking the first-ever summit between the leaders of their two nations and raising hopes for diplomacy and peace.
2018 Volkswagen faces a substantial fine of one billion euros as a consequence of the emissions scandal, a significant legal and financial setback for the automaker.
2018 The magnitude 6.1 earthquake that struck northern Osaka served as a stark reminder of the Earth's geological activity and its impact on communities.
2018 The issuance of the 10,000,000th United States Patent marked a significant milestone in the world of innovation and intellectual property protection.
2018 Antwon Rose II was fatally shot in East Pittsburgh by East Pittsburgh Police Officer Michael Rosfeld after being involved in a near-fatal drive-by shooting, sparking public outcry and protests.
2018 The world held its breath in 2018 as twelve boys and an assistant coach from a soccer team in Thailand became trapped in a flooded cave, sparking an 18-day rescue operation that captured the world's attention and celebrated the spirit of human resilience.
2018 France clinches its second World Cup title in a thrilling match, defeating Croatia 4-2, etching a triumphant chapter in the nation's football history and bringing joy to fans around the world.
2018 In a remarkable scientific discovery, Scott S. Sheppard and his team announce the identification of a dozen irregular moons of Jupiter, expanding our understanding of the solar system's dynamics and history.
2018 The controversial passage of the Nationality Bill by the Knesset in 2018 AD defined Israel as the nation-state of the Jewish people, sparking debates on identity and nationality.
2018 East Attica, Greece, bears witness to a devastating wildfire, claiming the lives of 102 people and becoming the deadliest wildfire in Greek history, leaving an indelible mark on the nation's collective memory.
2018 Coordinated attacks in Syria known as the As-Suwayda attacks in 2018 had significant implications for the ongoing conflict in the region.
2018 Australian skipper Wendy Tuck achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first woman to clinch victory in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, a remarkable feat of perseverance and skill.
2018 Eastern Afghanistan bears witness to a gruesome suicide attack on a Shia mosque, orchestrated by two burka-clad perpetrators, resulting in the tragic loss of 29 lives and injuries to over 80 individuals.
2018 Syrian civil war takes a significant turn as the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) successfully expel the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) from Iraq, reshaping the conflict's dynamics in the region.
2018 In a shocking incident in 2018 AD, Horizon Air employee Richard Russell hijacked and performed an unauthorized takeoff on a Horizon Air Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 plane in Seattle, raising concerns about airport security and mental health awareness.
2018 Romania witnessed a turbulent day in 2018 AD as an anti-government rally turned into a riot when members of the Romanian Gendarmerie clashed with protesters in front of the Victoria Palace, resulting in 452 recorded injuries and raising questions about the dynamics of public demonstrations.
2018 Tragedy strikes in Sarmada, Syria, as an explosion at a weapons depot claims the lives of 39 civilians, including a dozen children, underscoring the ongoing turmoil in the region.
2018 A horrific mass shooting unfolds during a Madden NFL '19 video game tournament in Jacksonville, Florida, resulting in the loss of three lives and injuries to eleven others.
2018 A groundbreaking legal decision occurred as the Supreme Court of India decriminalized all consensual sexual activity among adults in private, making homosexuality legal throughout Indian lands.
2018 The Merrimack Valley gas explosions unfolded on September 13, 2018, when excessive natural gas pressure triggered fires and explosions that claimed the life of one person, injured 25 individuals, and destroyed 40 homes. This incident underscored the importance of maintaining safe infrastructure and emergency response readiness.
2018 On September 17, 2018, a Russian reconnaissance aircraft carrying 15 people was brought down by a Syrian surface-to-air missile over the Mediterranean Sea. This incident had geopolitical ramifications in the region.
2018 A ferry capsizes near Ukara Island in Lake Victoria, Tanzania, resulting in a tragic maritime disaster.
2018 Tragic loss: LGBT rights activist Zak Kostopoulos is brutally beaten to death in Athens, highlighting the struggle for equality.
2018 In 2018, Bill Cosby was sentenced to three to ten years in prison for aggravated sexual assault, marking a significant legal outcome.
2018 The 2018 Sulawesi earthquake, measuring 7.5 Mw and triggering a massive tsunami, results in 4,340 fatalities and 10,679 injuries.
2018 The International Court of Justice rules in favor of Chile, determining that the nation is not obligated to negotiate access to the Pacific Ocean with Bolivia, shaping South American diplomatic relations.
2018 The assassination of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi inside the Saudi consulate in Istanbul sends shockwaves through international politics, prompting investigations and condemnation.
2018 The United States Senate's confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh as a Supreme Court Associate Justice brought an end to a contentious and polarizing confirmation process.
2018 On October 10, 2018, Hurricane Michael made a catastrophic Category 5 landfall in the Florida Panhandle, resulting in the loss of 57 lives and causing an estimated $25.1 billion in damage, leaving a lasting impact on the region.
2018 Soyuz MS-10 experiences an in-flight abort while launching for the ISS, but the crew's safe emergency landing is a testament to astronaut training.
2018 Love takes center stage as Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank exchange vows at St. George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, in a royal wedding that captures the world's attention.
2018 A chilling abduction case unfolds as 13-year-old American girl Jayme Closs is kidnapped from her Barron, Wisconsin home following the tragic murder of her parents.
2018 Canada's legalization of recreational cannabis use in 2018 was a groundbreaking policy change with wide-ranging implications for drug regulation and society.
2018 The Kerch Polytechnic College attack in Crimea in 2018 was a shocking act of violence within an educational institution, raising concerns about security and radicalization.
2018 A devastating tragedy unfolds as a gunman opens fire at a Pittsburgh synagogue, resulting in the loss of 11 lives and injuries to six, including four police officers.
2018 Tragedy strikes the world of sports as Leicester City F.C. owner Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha dies in a helicopter crash after a Premier League match.
2018 Jair Bolsonaro's election as president of Brazil, with 57 million votes, ushers in a new era of leadership, ending 16 years of Workers' Party rule and reshaping the political landscape of South America's largest nation.
2018 A Boeing 737 MAX aircraft crashes shortly after takeoff from Jakarta, Indonesia, tragically resulting in the loss of 189 lives. This aviation disaster prompts widespread safety concerns and regulatory scrutiny surrounding the Boeing 737 MAX series of aircraft.
2018 The founders of Italian fashion brand Dolce & Gabbana extend an apology after controversial advertisements promoting a fashion show in Shanghai provoke outrage. This incident reflects the power and perils of social media in the modern era.
2018 The successful landing of the robotic probe Insight on Elysium Planitia, Mars, promises valuable insights into the planet's geology and seismic activity.
2018 A powerful magnitude 7.1 earthquake originating just 24 km from Anchorage, Alaska, causes significant property damage, though miraculously, no lives are lost in this seismic event.
2018 Oulu Police's revelation of child sexual exploitation in Finland sheds light on a disturbing larger issue, emphasizing the need for child protection.
2018 A celestial spectacle unfolds as a meteor explodes with a force exceeding that of the Hiroshima atomic bomb over the Bering Sea, a vivid reminder of the Earth's vulnerability to cosmic events.
2018 Indonesia faces a devastating tsunami triggered by the eruption of Anak Krakatau, claiming hundreds of lives and causing widespread destruction, underscoring the region's vulnerability to natural disasters.
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2018 A helicopter crash claims the lives of Martha Érika Alonso, the first female Governor of Puebla, Mexico, and her husband Rafael Moreno Valle Rosas, a former governor, leaving a void in Mexican politics.
2018 A tragic incident unfolded in Magnitogorsk, Russia, as a ten-story building collapsed, claiming the lives of thirty-nine people and highlighting the critical importance of infrastructure safety and the challenges of urban living in the modern world.
2018 SpaceX's Falcon Heavy, a groundbreaking super heavy launch vehicle, embarks on its maiden flight, heralding a new era in space exploration and offering humanity unprecedented access to the cosmos.
2018 Jeff Bezos attains the title of the world's richest person, with a staggering net worth of $112 billion, as Forbes acknowledges his financial success and global impact.
2018 The Syrian civil war witnessed a significant development on March 24, 2018, as the Turkish Armed Forces (TAF) and Syrian National Army (SNA) assumed full control of the Afrin District, marking the conclusion of the Afrin offensive.
2018 March 24, 2018, saw a powerful student-led movement in the United States as students across the nation staged the March for Our Lives, demanding comprehensive gun control measures in response to the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting.
2018 The nation is left reeling as a tragic school shooting at Santa Fe High School in Texas unfolds, resulting in the heartbreaking loss of ten lives.
2018 In the 2018 Malaysian general election, Barisan Nasional faces a historic defeat, reshaping the nation's political landscape.
