March 23

In 2021, a container ship ran aground, causing a major obstruction in the Suez Canal for six days, leading to significant disruptions in global trade and shipping routes.

In March 2020, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced the United Kingdom's first national lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, marking a significant moment in the nation's response to the crisis.

In 2019, the US-supported Syrian Democratic Forces achieved a significant milestone by capturing the town of Baghuz in Eastern Syria, marking a pivotal military victory over the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) after four years of intense conflict. Despite this victory, ISIL continues to maintain a fragmented presence and sleeper cells throughout regions of Syria and Iraq.

In 2019, the capital city of Kazakhstan, Astana, was officially renamed Nur-Sultan, honoring the country's first President, Nursultan Nazarbayev. This significant change reflects Kazakhstan's evolving identity and leadership. Discover more about Nur-Sultan's transformation and its role as the vibrant heart of Kazakhstan.

In 2018, President of Peru, Pedro Pablo Kuczynski, resigned from his position due to a widespread corruption scandal, facing imminent impeachment by the opposition-majority Congress. This significant political upheaval marked a critical moment in Peru's governance.

In 2014, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported the first cases of Ebola in the densely forested rural areas of southeastern Guinea, signaling the start of the largest Ebola outbreak in history. This pivotal moment reshaped global health responses and heightened awareness of infectious disease challenges.

In 2010, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) officially became law in the United States, marking a significant shift in the nation's healthcare system. This landmark legislation aimed to increase healthcare access and reduce costs for millions of Americans.

In 2009, FedEx Express Flight 80, a McDonnell Douglas MD-11, tragically crashed at Tokyo's Narita International Airport while en route from Guangzhou, China. The incident resulted in the loss of both the captain and co-pilot, highlighting the critical importance of aviation safety.

Officially inaugurated in 2008, Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad, India, serves as a key hub for both domestic and international travel, enhancing connectivity and growth in the region.

2003 - The Battle of Nasiriyah marks the first significant clash during the invasion of Iraq, playing a crucial role in the early stages of this pivotal conflict. Discover the strategic importance and outcomes of this historic battle.