The construction of a French landmark, a fatal spacecraft accident and the anniversary of an iconic little plastic brick.
Author: Worldcrunch
Back in 2022, the world-class Angoulême International Comics Festival cancelled the participation of leading French cartoonist Bastien Vivès over accusations that some of his drawings justified pedophilia and incest. Still facing investigation, the author is slated for book signings at this year’s edition.
The signing of a decisive peace treaty, the liberation of a Nazi camp and the birth of one of the greatest composers of all time.
The discovery of a precious stone, the birth of one of the greatest ice hockey players and the ban of a worldwide dance craze.
The secret royal wedding, the start of a revolution and the first of many papal trips around the world.
The Chile’s single deadliest earthquake, the proclamation of a European capital city and a modern twist in the history of beer.
Janurary 27 – February 2, 2025
The end of the first mission to Jupiter, the beginning of a Chinese dynasty and a shock retirement in the world of sports.
The landmark court decision in the U.S., the death of one of the longest-reigning British monarchs and the first commercial flight of the Queen of the Skies.
The commercial debut of a supersonic airliner, the death of a prominent revolutionary figure and a historic papal visit.
A Chinese island becoming British, a breakthrough in a dramatic hostage crisis and a cinema first.
The death of a Prague Spring protestor, a one-time-only snowfall in the U.S. and a first for Japan in space.
The foundation of the City of Kings, a landmark diplomatic conference and the birth of a Japanese filmmaker.
Janurary 20 – January 26, 2025
The one of Japan’s deadliest earthquakes, the debut of a one-eyed cartoon character and an infamous sex scandal.
A first female head of state in Africa, the crowning of a Tsar and the opening of a famous Broadway musical.
The opening of a world-renowned museum, a miraculous emergency landing, and the birth of America’s biggest sports event.
A new president in Yugoslavia, the debut of an iconic TV program, and the birth of a Hollywood legend.
A devastating earthquake, the birth of a gymnastics legend, and an unforgettable prison performance.
A groundbreaking radio message, the end of a brutal civil war, and the birth of a literary giant.
A medical breakthrough, the founding of a national park, and the birthday of a basketball legend.
A royal divorce, the beginning of global diplomacy, and the debut of a legendary comic.
Janurary 13 – January 19, 2025
The rise of a new king, the birth of a feminist icon, and the launch of a groundbreaking device.
A historic art exhibition, the start of a revolutionary political movement, and the birth of one of the greatest scientific minds.
A pioneering flight, the birth of a Hollywood star, and the passing of a racing legend.
A wartime tragedy, a shocking insurrection and the birth of a legendary heroine.
A French scandal, the birth of a dark political movement, and the start of an engineering marvel.
A major shift in a war, the loss of a literary icon, and a giant leap on Mars.
Iranian officials are still wondering how its dear ally Bashar al-Assad fell so fast, and why his military was lost before the rebellion even started.
A legendary driver, a tech milestone, and the end of a beloved comic era.
A bold policy shift, a destructive winter storm, and the birth of a Pakistani athlete who would make Olympic history.
The birth of a nation, a major step toward European unity, and a groundbreaking public health move.
The selection of a capital city, the resignation of Russia’s first president and the maiden descent of the New Year’s Eve Ball.
The creation of a Communist state, the execution of a dictator and the birthday of one of the greatest golfers of all time.
The U.S. start of a worldwide youth organization, an Irish writer’s first novel and the birthday of a prolific British actor.
The consecration of a famous Anglican church, the discovery of a planet and the birthday of the father of many superheroes.
The completion of a cultural site in Istanbul, the killing of a former prime minister and the opening of a famous entertainment venue.
The most powerful earthquake in the 21st century, the last day of a Communist superpower and the opening of the world’s longest high-speed rail
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