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Norway, Ireland and Spain To Recognize A Palestinian State
On May 28, Spain, Ireland, and Norway officially recognized a Palestinian state. Norway, the first to make an announcement, coordinated the move with its fellow European partners. The statement brings the total of recognizing nations to 146 of the United Nations’ 193 member states.
Thai Activist Netiporn Sanesangkhom Dies After Hunger Strike Protesting Reform of Thailand’s Lèse-Majesté Law
On May 14, political activist Netiporn “Bung” Sanesangkhom went into cardiac arrest while in pre-trial detention after a months-long hunger strike. She passed away at 11:22 AM GMT at the age of 28.
Iranian President Raisi Killed In A Helicopter Crash
On May 19, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi died in a helicopter crash in the East Azerbaijan province. The Bell 212 Twin Huey helicopter that Iran purchased in the 2000s was also carrying Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, the governor of Iran’s East Azerbaijan province, a Revolutionary Guard official, a senior cleric from Tabriz, and three crew members.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico Shot In Assassination Attempt
Slovakian police have charged a man, described as a politically motivated “lone wolf,” with the attempted murder of 59-year-old Prime Minister Robert Fico, who is seriously ill in hospital following the assassination attempt. On May 15, the prime minister was shot five times in the stomach and arm at close range as he greeted supporters in the central Slovak town of Handlova. Fico underwent surgery hours after the attack.
ANALYSIS | Vladimir Putin Sworn in for Fifth Term
On May 7, Vladimir Putin began his fifth term as Russian president. His inauguration took place at the Grand Kremlin Palace, marking another six years in office. He won the March presidential election in a landslide, earning 87 per cent of the votes cast.
ANALYSIS | A Draft for the Ages
On Apr. 15, the 29th WNBA draft took place in Brooklyn, New York, signalling the beginning of a new era in women’s professional basketball. Several star players from the National College Athletics Association (NCAA) put their names in consideration for the draft.
ANALYSIS | Japanese Marriage Law May Cause Everyone to Have the Surname Sato by 2531
Unlike many other developed nations, Japan still legally requires married couples to have the same last name. A new study led by Hiroshi Yoshida of Tohoku University projected that because of these restrictive marriage laws, everyone living in Japan might have the surname “Sato” by the year 2531.
Tick-Tock, Goes TikTok’s Clock
Over 2 years after former US president Donald Trump first suggested banning TikTok from American devices, a bill to ban the popular social media app has been signed into law.
ANALYSIS | Is the Fight for Scottish Independence Still Ongoing?
Scotland and England share a complex and tumultuous history. In post-Brexit years, support for Scottish independence has spiked, according to statistics provided by Statista. However, recent reports show that support of the Scottish National Party, the greatest supporter of Scottish independence, is decreasing.
US Government Sues Apple for Antitrust Violations
In a lawsuit brought forth by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), Apple is being accused of allegedly monopolizing the smartphone market by imposing restrictions on developers and making it difficult to switch out of the Apple ecosystem.
ANALYSIS | Boeing Faces Turbulent Trouble
Aircraft manufacturer Boeing has recently found itself plagued by a series of controversies and safety lapses that have raised serious questions about the company’s manufacturing practices and corporate culture.
The Opening Day of MLB 2024
After a 37 day preseason, the baseball season started with an exciting four games played at the Major League Baseball (MLB) World Tour Seoul Series at the Gocheok SkyDome.
ANALYSIS | The Death of Alexei Navalny
On Feb. 16, Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was reported to have died in a remote penal colony in Siberia. He was 47 and had been imprisoned there since February 2021.
Bitcoin ETF Approved: What Now?
On Jan. 10, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) made a historic decision to approve the spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) for 11 investment management firms. This decision is a significant step towards the mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies.
Tens of Thousands Protest in Buenos Aires
On Dec. 10, 2023, Argentina’s new president, Javier Milei, came into office after winning 56 per cent of the vote. Milei is a self-described “anarcho-capitalist” who, while running, became a divisive candidate known for his radical economic propositions, according to The Economist.
King Charles Has Cancer
On Feb. 5, Buckingham Palace announced in an official statement that doctors had identified a form of cancer in King Charles’ system, without revealing which type had affected him. They discovered this while treating him for an enlarged prostate that, in itself, was noncancerous.
How DALL-E is Shaping the Future of A.I.
With the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) platforms such as OpenAI, a new world has been opened up for AI artistic exploration. OpenAI is a San Francisco-based company that has launched AI programs that can write content and produce artistic visuals.
Here’s where the Russo-Ukraine War Stands
In February 2022, just over two years ago, Russia began a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin claimed it was a “special military operation” to demilitarize and “denazify” Ukraine, alleging that they have observed Nazi behaviors in the Ukrainian government.
The Growing Threat of North Korea
On Feb. 13, South Korea’s military claimed to have detected missiles fired from North Korea into the sea in its fifth weapons test since January. These included the testing of the country’s first solid-fuel intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) on Jan. 14.
96th Academy Awards Overview
Presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the Oscars are one of the most prestigious award shows in the entertainment industry. Held annually in Los Angeles, the awards are attended by nominees, their relatives, and many highly influential people of the entertainment industry.