What was the biggest news story in 2014?
The Ebola outbreak in Western Africa, Russia’s annexation of Crimea, the ongoing turmoil in Ukraine between Russian-backed separatists and government troops, and the emergence of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) dominated the headlines in 2014.
What famous events happened in 2014?
Ten Most Significant World Events in 2014
- Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 Disappears.
- Scotland Votes to Remain Part of the United Kingdom.
- Eurozone Economies Falter—Again.
- Pro-Democracy Protests Erupt in Hong Kong.
- Narendra Modi Wins in India.
- Negotiations on Iran’s Nuclear Program Stall.
- Oil Prices Crash.
What important events happened in 2015?
November 12 – Two suicide bombers detonated explosives in Bourj el-Barajneh, Beirut, killing 43 people and injuring over 200 others. November 13 – Multiple terrorist attacks claimed by Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in Paris, France, result in 130 fatalities.
What was in the news 2014?
From ISIS to Ebola, here are the biggest news story of the year. It was a tough year in news around the world: A deadly contagion spread fear across borders. One airline was hit by two disasters that left hundreds dead and missing—including one tragedy that remains a mystery.
What was happening June 2014?
Here are the key events in United States news for the month of June 2014. San Antonio Beats Miami for NBA Title (June 15): The San Antonio Spurs win their fifth NBA championship, dominating the Miami Heat, 104? 87, in game five. The Spurs wining four games to one avenges their loss to the Heat in last year’s finals.
What was happening in April 2014?
2014 Crimean crisis: NATO suspends “all practical civilian and military cooperation” with Russia as a result of the annexation of Crimea, and no sign that Russian troops have withdrawn from the Ukrainian border. (CNN)
What happened on the 27th of May 2014?
Pope Francis on Monday declared a zero-tolerance policy for child sexual abuse within the Catholic Church.
What big thing happened in 2016?
August 5–21 – The 2016 Summer Olympics are held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the first time in South America. August 24 – A 6.2 earthquake hits central Italy, killing 299 people. August 31 – The Brazilian Senate votes (61–20) to impeach the President of Brazil Dilma Rousseff.
What was happening in March 2015?
With Help From Iran, Iraq Begins Major Campaign Against ISIS (Mar. 2): The Iraqi military, aided by Iranian-backed Shiite militias and Iranian troops and advisers, begins a major campaign against ISIS in Tikrit, Saddam Hussein’s hometown, which ISIS captured in June 2014.
What was happening in July 2014?
Passenger Jet Crashes in Eastern Ukraine (July 17): A Malaysia Airlines Boeing 777 en route from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, crashes in eastern Ukraine near the Russian border killing all 298 passengers and crew members.