1. COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on health, economies, and travel.
2. The United States presidential election and inauguration of Joe Biden.
3. Pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong and China’s increasing control over the region.
4. Brexit and its consequences for the United Kingdom and European Union.
5. Escalation of tensions between the United States and Iran, particularly after the killing of Iranian General Qasem Soleimani.
6. Black Lives Matter movement and protests against racial injustice and police brutality, sparked by the killing of George Floyd.
7. Climate change and environmental issues, including devastating wildfires, hurricanes, and extreme weather events.
8. Ongoing conflicts and tensions in the Middle East, including the Syrian Civil War, Yemeni Civil War, and Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
9. Mass protests in countries such as Belarus, Thailand, and Myanmar, demanding political change and democratic reforms.
10. Advances in space exploration, including the launch of various missions by NASA and SpaceX, such as the Mars Perseverance Rover and the Crew Dragon spacecraft.
