January 15

In 2023, Yeti Airlines Flight 691 tragically crashed near Pokhara International Airport, resulting in the loss of all 72 passengers and crew members aboard.

In 2022, the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Haʻapai volcano erupted, disrupting communications in Tonga and generating a significant tsunami that impacted the entire Pacific region. Stay informed about this natural disaster and its effects on local communities.

In 2021, a powerful 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Sulawesi island, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 105 lives and injuring over 3,369 individuals. This devastating natural disaster highlights the seismic risks in the region and its impact on local communities.

In 2020, the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare officially reports the country's first confirmed case of COVID-19, marking a significant milestone in Japan's response to the pandemic. Stay updated on COVID-19 developments in Japan and the government's health measures.

In 2019, Theresa May's UK government experienced a historic defeat, marking the largest loss for a government in modern parliamentary history. A staggering 432 MPs voted against the proposed European Union withdrawal agreement, resulting in a significant majority of 230 against the Prime Minister's plan.

In 2019, a devastating attack by Somali militants on the DusitD2 hotel in Nairobi, Kenya, resulted in the tragic loss of at least 21 lives and left 19 others injured. This incident marked a significant event in Kenya's fight against terrorism.

In 2018, Carillion, a British multinational company specializing in construction and facilities management services, entered liquidation, marking it as the largest trading liquidation in UK history.

In 2016, the Kenyan Army faced its most devastating defeat against Al-Shabaab militants in El-Adde, Somalia, resulting in the tragic loss of approximately 150 Kenyan soldiers. This battle marked a significant turning point in the region's ongoing conflict, highlighting the intense struggles between the Kenyan military and Islamic insurgents.

In 2015, the Swiss National Bank abandoned the cap on the Swiss franc's value against the euro, leading to significant turmoil in international financial markets. This pivotal decision reshaped currency dynamics and impacted global economic stability.

In 2013, a tragic train derailment near Giza, Greater Cairo, devastated a convoy of Egyptian Army recruits, resulting in the loss of 19 lives and injuring 120 individuals. This incident highlights the ongoing concerns regarding railway safety in Egypt.