Review of Major Events in 2024
worldwide December 31, 2024 06:00A look back at the key events that shaped 2024, from political uprisings to natural disasters.
A look back at the key events that shaped 2024, from political uprisings to natural disasters.
A Boeing 737-800 aircraft belonging to Jeju Air crashed in South Korea, resulting in 179 fatalities. The incident has raised concerns about the safety record of Boeing, which has faced a series of accidents in recent years.
A Dutch sailboat was seized with 2.2 tons of cocaine on board in the waters of the Canary Islands, leading to significant prison sentences and fines for the crew.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent a congratulatory message to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for the New Year, according to a statement from the Kremlin.
Despite not being allowed to be registered in Flanders, Tesla's Cybertruck is already roaming around Limburg in the Netherlands.
The damage to energy and communication cables under the Baltic Sea has intensified discussions of 'hybrid warfare' in the region.
Slovakia threatens Ukraine over gas transit, causing concerns in Europe. The possibility of gas supply disruption between the two countries raises alarms.
A tragic plane crash in southern Brazil resulted in the deaths of a Brazilian businessman and nine family members. The crash also injured 17 people on the ground.
As self-driving taxis become more prevalent, concerns over safety and security are being raised. Recent incidents involving Waymo in San Francisco shed light on potential risks associated with autonomous taxis.
Recently surfaced photos reveal the previously unseen, 'flourishing' indigenous community Massaco living in the Amazon Rainforest in Brazil, near the border with Bolivia.
At least 22 people have died in a bus accident in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais, according to local firefighters.
Taleb Al Abdulmohsen, the alleged suspect in the Maagdenburg attack, has left authorities puzzled with a bizarre trail of online threats. Abdulmohsen appears to be an Islam critic rather than a radicalized individual, expressing anger towards the German government on social media.
A tragic incident at a Christmas market in Maagdeburg brings back memories of the terrorist attack in Berlin eight years ago. The assailant drove through the crowd, leaving casualties behind.
European leaders, including Premier Dick Schoof and Giorgia Meloni, met to discuss creating a stable regime in Syria and innovative solutions for migrant returns.
A cordon sanitaire appears to be forming against the PVV from the liberals in the European Parliament. Read more on Telegraaf.nl.
The island of Mayotte is facing a devastating aftermath following a powerful cyclone that has left thousands homeless and in need of urgent assistance.
The return of Trump to the White House has accelerated negotiations for a peace deal in Ukraine, with European leaders now fighting for a seat at the negotiation table.
Brazilian President Lula da Silva has been discharged from the hospital in São Paulo where he was admitted following a brain hemorrhage.
An American tourist, Travis Timmerman (29), who had been missing since June, was discovered in one of the prisons of the Assad regime by Syrians searching the facilities. Timmerman had been detained in Syria for entering the country without proper documentation while traveling as a pilgrim from Lebanon.
An 11-year-old girl has been identified as the sole survivor of a sunken migrant boat off Lampedusa, Italy. The girl, believed to be from Sierra Leone, was rescued by rescue workers and brought to safety on the Italian island.
Former inmates of Sednaya prison share chilling accounts of torture and abuse under the Assad regime's rule.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva underwent surgery in a hospital in São Paulo following a brain hemorrhage. The 79-year-old president is expected to remain in the intensive care unit for two days.
Volkswagen is considering selling its underutilized car factory in Nanjing, China, which may be the first of several sales in the country due to overcapacity concerns.
Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans states that increasing defense spending norm is not necessary to prevent war, despite NATO's call for more investment in defense.
The Malta summit marked the end of the Cold War, but recent events suggest otherwise. Learn about the historic meeting and its relevance today.
Former President Jair Bolsonaro of Brazil is facing accusations regarding his involvement in a failed coup attempt in 2022, with his lawyers now shifting the blame to high-ranking military officials in his government.
The Syrian civil war has intensified with various groups fighting against each other in Syria. The conflict has escalated with a major rebel offensive, leading to renewed clashes in the country.
Aleppo, a significant city in Syria, is now mostly under the control of jihadists, posing a major challenge for the Syrian regime led by Bashar al-Assad with the support of Russia. Read more for further details.
A police report holds former Brazil president responsible for thwarted coup, accusing Bolsonaro of actively participating in the plot.
Italian police, in collaboration with European agencies, conduct large-scale raids on suspects involved in the illegal streaming of TV programs across Europe.