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March 24


Events

  • In 2019, the Jakarta MRT, a state-of-the-art rapid transit system, officially commenced operations in Jakarta, transforming urban transportation and enhancing connectivity for residents and visitors alike.

  • In 2018, students nationwide participate in the March for Our Lives, advocating for gun control measures in response to the tragic Stoneman Douglas High School shooting. This pivotal event highlights the youth-led movement for safer schools and communities across the United States.

  • In 2018, during the Syrian civil war, the Turkish Armed Forces (TAF) and the Syrian National Army (SNA) successfully gained full control over the Afrin District, signifying the conclusion of the Afrin offensive. This pivotal event highlights the ongoing conflict in Syria and the shifting dynamics in the region.

  • In 2015, Germanwings Flight 9525 tragically crashed into the French Alps in an alarming pilot mass murder-suicide incident, resulting in the loss of all 150 passengers and crew members on board. This devastating event sparked widespread discussions on aviation safety and mental health awareness in the airline industry.

  • In 2008, Bhutan transitioned to democracy, holding its inaugural general election that marked a significant milestone in the nation's political history.

  • In 2003, the Arab League overwhelmingly supports a resolution with a 21–1 vote calling for an end to the Iraq invasion. This significant decision underscores the organization's stance on regional stability and opposition to military intervention.

  • In 1999, a devastating fire broke out inside the Mont Blanc Tunnel when a lorry transporting margarine and flour ignited. This tragic incident resulted in the loss of 38 lives, marking one of the tunnel's deadliest disasters.

  • In 1999, during the Kosovo War, NATO launched military attacks on Yugoslavia without the authorization of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). This unprecedented action marked NATO's first instance of using force against a sovereign nation, significantly impacting international relations and military intervention protocols.

  • In 1998, Dr. Rüdiger Marmulla pioneered the first computer-assisted Bone Segment Navigation system at the University of Regensburg, Germany, revolutionizing orthopedic surgery and enhancing precision in segmental bone operations.

  • In 1998, a devastating tornado struck Dantan, India, resulting in the tragic loss of 250 lives and injuring over 3,000 individuals. This powerful storm left a lasting impact on the community and remains a somber event in the region's history.


Births

  • Clara Burel

    2001 – Clara Burel, French tennis player

  • Katie Swan

    1999 – Katie Swan, English tennis player

  • Damar Hamlin

    1998 – Damar Hamlin, American football player

  • Myles Turner

    1996 – Myles Turner, American basketball player

  • JonTron

    1990 – JonTron, American YouTuber

  • Alyssa Healy

    1990 – Alyssa Healy, Australian cricketer

  • Lacey Evans

    1990 – Lacey Evans, American wrestler

  • Starlin Castro

    1990 – Starlin Castro, American baseball player

  • Keisha Castle-Hughes

    1990 – Keisha Castle-Hughes, Australian-New Zealand actress

  • Aljur Abrenica

    1990 – Aljur Abrenica, Filipino actor

Deaths

  • Pradeep Sarkar

    2023 – Pradeep Sarkar, Indian writer and director (b. 1955)

  • Dagny Carlsson

    2022 – Dagny Carlsson, Swedish blogger and influencer (b. 1912)

  • Jessica Walter

    2021 – Jessica Walter, American actress and voice artist (b. 1941)

  • Manu Dibango

    2020 – Manu Dibango, Cameroonian musician and songwriter (b. 1933)

  • Albert Uderzo

    2020 – Albert Uderzo, French comic book artist (b. 1927)

  • Joseph Pilato

    2019 – Joseph Pilato, American film and voice actor (b. 1949)

  • Rim Banna

    2018 – Rim Banna, Palestinian singer, composer, arranger and activist (b. 1966)

  • Lys Assia

    2018 – Lys Assia, Swiss singer and First Winner of the Eurovision Song Contest (b. 1924)

  • Garry Shandling

    2016 – Garry Shandling, American comedian, actor, and screenwriter (b. 1949)

  • Johan Cruyff

    2016 – Johan Cruyff, Dutch footballer (b. 1947)