November 20

Experience the excitement of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, hosted in Qatar, marking a historic first as the tournament takes place in the Middle East. Join fans from around the globe as they celebrate this prestigious sporting event!

In 2016, Jimmie Johnson clinched his seventh NASCAR Cup Series championship, equaling the legendary records of Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt for the most championships in NASCAR history.

In 2015, a tragic hostage siege in Bamako, Mali, resulted in the deaths of at least 19 individuals, highlighting the ongoing security challenges in the region.

In November 2003, Istanbul experienced a devastating second wave of bombings, following the initial attacks on November 15. This tragic event targeted the Turkish headquarters of HSBC Bank AS and the British consulate, leaving a significant impact on the city of Istanbul, Turkey.

In 1998, Zarya, the inaugural module component of the International Space Station (ISS), was successfully launched from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. This historic event marked a significant milestone in space exploration and the construction of the ISS.

In 1998, a Taliban-controlled court in Afghanistan controversially deemed accused terrorist Osama bin Laden "a man without a sin" concerning the bombings of U.S. embassies in Kenya and Tanzania. This declaration drew significant attention and debate over bin Laden's role in international terrorism.

In 1996, a devastating fire erupted in an office building in Hong Kong, resulting in the tragic loss of 41 lives and leaving 81 individuals injured. This incident highlights the critical importance of fire safety and preventive measures in commercial spaces.

In 1994, the Angolan government and UNITA rebels reached a historic agreement by signing the Lusaka Protocol in Zambia, effectively concluding 19 years of civil war in Angola. However, localized fighting broke out again the following year, highlighting the ongoing challenges in achieving lasting peace.

In 1993, North Macedonia experienced its worst aviation disaster when Avioimpex Flight 110, a Yakovlev Yak-42, tragically crashed near Ohrid, resulting in the loss of all 116 passengers and crew on board. This devastating incident remains a pivotal moment in the country's aviation history.

In 1993, the Savings and Loan Crisis prompted the United States Senate Ethics Committee to issue a strong censure against California Senator Alan Cranston. The committee scrutinized Cranston's controversial dealings with savings-and-loan executive Charles Keating, highlighting the impact of the crisis on political ethics and accountability.