December 19

In 2016, a tragic vehicular attack at a Christmas market in Berlin, Germany, resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, drawing international attention and raising concerns about public safety during holiday festivities.

In 2016, Russian ambassador to Turkey Andrei Karlov was tragically assassinated during an art exhibition in Ankara. The attacker, Mevlüt Mert Altıntaş, was swiftly neutralized by a Turkish security officer at the scene.

In 2013, the European Space Agency launched the groundbreaking spacecraft Gaia, designed to map the Milky Way and enhance our understanding of the cosmos. Discover the mission that revolutionized astronomy and stellar cartography.

In 2012, Park Geun-hye made history by becoming the first female president of South Korea, marking a significant milestone in the nation's political landscape.

In 2005, Chalk's Ocean Airways Flight 101 tragically crashed into the Government Cut channel shortly after taking off from Miami Seaplane Base, resulting in the loss of 20 lives. This incident remains one of the most notable aviation disasters in Miami's history.

"2001 Argentine Economic Crisis: December Riots Explode in Buenos Aires. Discover how civil unrest escalated in Argentina's capital during this pivotal moment in history."

In 2001, Tosontsengel, Khövsgöl, Mongolia, experienced a remarkable meteorological event, recording an all-time high barometric pressure of 1,085.6 hectopascals (32.06 inHg). This significant atmospheric phenomenon highlights the unique climatic conditions of the region.

In 2000, the Leninist Guerrilla Units of the Communist Labour Party of Turkey/Leninist launched an attack on a Nationalist Movement Party office in Istanbul, resulting in one fatality and three injuries. This incident marked a significant moment in Turkey’s political unrest as tensions between leftist and nationalist factions escalated.

In 1999, the Space Shuttle Discovery was launched on the STS-103 mission, marking the third servicing mission for the Hubble Space Telescope. This pivotal launch played a significant role in enhancing the capabilities of one of NASA's most iconic observatories.

In 1998, President Bill Clinton was impeached by the United States House of Representatives, marking him as the second U.S. president to face impeachment. Discover the significant events and implications of this landmark moment in American history.