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.
After a tragic airplane accident involving a Jeju Air flight, the same airline faced another scare as a second plane had to return to the airport due to the same mechanical issue.
After a fatal crash took the lives of 179 people on a Jeju Air flight, another plane from the same airline returned to the airport due to the same issue to prevent a similar tragedy.
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.
A passenger plane belonging to Jeju Air crashed while attempting to land at Musan International Airport in Muan, South Korea, resulting in the loss of 179 lives. The aircraft had been chartered by a travel agency and made 13 flights to 6 countries within 48 hours before the tragic accident.
Despite not being allowed to be registered in Flanders, Tesla's Cybertruck is already roaming around Limburg in the Netherlands.
A request for the arrest of President Yoon Suk Yeol has been made in South Korea amid the investigation following the declaration of martial law on December 3rd.
Multiple world leaders have expressed their condolences on the passing of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, praising his commitment to peace, security, and advocacy for the vulnerable.
A passenger plane belonging to South Korean airline Jeju Air had to return to Gimpo airport near Seoul shortly after takeoff on Monday due to landing gear problems.
Several plane crashes have been reported in South Korea, Canada, and Norway with varying casualties. The causes of the accidents are still under investigation.
After a devastating plane crash in South Korea, experts and families express disbelief over the tragic incident. Safety measures and the presence of a concrete block at the end of the runway are under scrutiny.
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 at Muan International Airport in South Korea has resulted in 179 fatalities, with only 2 survivors. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
A horrifying plane crash in South Korea has left 179 people dead, while causing confusion and anger among the grieving families due to mistakes by the government.
A tourist has been killed in the Egyptian coastal town of Marsa Alam after a shark attack. Another person was injured in the attack. Authorities have declared a state of emergency in the area and imposed a swimming ban for at least two days.
The unexpected plane crash in South Korea is the first major test for Acting President Choi Sang-mok as the country faces political turmoil.
Eyewitnesses report seeing flames in the engine of the crashed plane and hearing multiple explosions before the crash occurred in South Korea.
Suspended South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has once again failed to respond to a third summons in an investigation into the military state of emergency.
Incoming president Donald Trump of the United States supports tech mogul Elon Musk, who wants to maintain a work visa for highly skilled migrants.
The death toll in the plane crash at Muan airport in the south of South Korea has risen to at least 47, according to firefighters on the scene.
The WWF's Living Planet Report 2024 reveals a 73 percent decline in the populations of fish, birds, mammals, amphibians, and reptiles since 1970.
The South Korean parliament has voted for the impeachment of acting president Han Duck-soo.
A bus accident in Norway has led to the death of at least three people and left several others critically injured. The bus, carrying passengers from eight different countries, slid down a hill and partially landed in a lake due to bad weather conditions.
Tech billionaires are lining up to be friends with Donald Trump as Democrats face a crisis.
Two sailors have died in separate incidents during the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, organizers reported on Friday.
The South Korean opposition has submitted a motion to remove acting president Han Duck-soo. The actual vote on the impeachment motion will take place on Friday.
Pope Francis urges for a Christmas truce in ongoing conflicts around the world, recalling historical examples of spontaneous ceasefires during the festive season.