March 29

In 2021, the Ever Given container ship was successfully dislodged from the Suez Canal, ending a historic blockage and restoring vital trade routes.

In 2017, Prime Minister Theresa May officially triggered Article 50 of the Treaty on European Union, marking the commencement of the United Kingdom's exit from the European Union. This historic decision set the stage for the Brexit process, reshaping the UK-EU relationship.

In 2016, a United States Air Force F-16 fighter jet crashed during takeoff at Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan, highlighting the challenges faced during military operations in the region.

In 2015, Air Canada Flight 624 made headlines when it skidded off the runway at Halifax Stanfield International Airport after arriving from Toronto shortly after midnight. Fortunately, all 133 passengers and five crew members survived the incident, with only 23 individuals receiving treatment for minor injuries.

In 2014, England and Wales celebrated a significant milestone with the first-ever same-sex marriages legally performed, marking a historic step towards equality and acceptance.

In 2013, a tragic building collapse in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, claimed the lives of at least 36 individuals. The incident involved a 16-floor structure in the city’s commercial center, highlighting critical issues in urban safety and construction standards.

In March 2010, a tragic event unfolded as two suicide bombers targeted the Moscow Metro during the busy morning rush hour, resulting in the deaths of 40 individuals. This coordinated attack shocked the nation and highlighted the ongoing threats to urban transportation security.

In 2004, Taipei 101 was officially recognized by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat as the world's tallest building. This prestigious certification was awarded based on the structure being topped out on July 1, 2003, despite its official completion occurring later on December 31, 2004. Discover the architectural marvel and its significance in skyscraper history.

In 2004, Bulgaria, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Romania, Slovakia, and Slovenia became full members of NATO, strengthening the Alliance and enhancing regional security in Eastern Europe.

In response to the tragic Passover massacre two days earlier, Israel initiates Operation Defensive Shield in 2002, marking its largest military operation in the West Bank since the 1967 Six-Day War. This significant military campaign targets Palestinian militants and underscores the ongoing conflict in the region.