December 5

In 2017, the International Olympic Committee imposed a ban on Russia, preventing the nation from participating in the 2018 Winter Olympics due to doping violations during the 2014 Winter Olympics.

2014 marked a significant milestone with the launch of Exploration Flight Test-1, the inaugural flight test of NASA's Orion spacecraft. This pivotal event set the stage for future deep space missions and advancements in space exploration technology.

In 2013, a devastating attack by militants on a Defense Ministry compound in Sana'a, Yemen, resulted in the deaths of at least 56 individuals and left around 200 injured. This tragic incident highlights the ongoing violence and instability in the region.

In 2007, the tragic Westroads Mall shooting occurred when nineteen-year-old Robert A. Hawkins used a WASR-10 rifle to fatally shoot nine individuals, including himself, inside the Von Maur department store in Omaha, Nebraska. This devastating event remains a pivotal moment in discussions about gun violence and public safety.

In 2006, Fiji experienced a significant political upheaval as Commodore Frank Bainimarama led a coup d'état, overthrowing the government. This event marked a pivotal moment in Fiji's history and changed the country's political landscape.

In 2005, the powerful 6.8 Mw Lake Tanganyika earthquake struck the eastern provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, registering a maximum Mercalli intensity of X (Extreme). This devastating natural disaster resulted in the tragic loss of six lives. Stay informed about seismic activity in the region and its impact on local communities.

In 2005, the United Kingdom enacted the Civil Partnership Act, marking a significant milestone in LGBTQ+ rights. This pivotal legislation allowed same-sex couples to formally register their civil partnerships, with the first official registration taking place shortly after its implementation.

In 1995, a tragic aviation accident occurred when Azerbaijan Airlines Flight A-56 crashed near Nakhchivan International Airport in Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan. The disaster resulted in the loss of 52 lives, marking it as one of the significant aviation tragedies in the region's history.

In 1995, during the Sri Lankan Civil War, the government declared the successful capture of Jaffna, a key Tamil stronghold, marking a significant turning point in the conflict. Explore the implications of this historic event on Sri Lanka's troubled landscape.

In 1991, Leonid Kravchuk made history as the first elected president of Ukraine, marking a significant milestone in the nation's journey towards independence and democratic governance. Discover the impact of Kravchuk's leadership in shaping modern Ukraine.