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Dec 17, 2020 · 2020 was a tumultuous year that saw the onset of a deadly global pandemic, widespread protests over systemic racism and a historic U.S. presidential election.
- The COVID-19 Pandemic. Things that start small can reshape the world. Few people noticed when news emerged last December that China had begun monitoring the outbreak of a new pneumonia-like virus, or even on January 11 after China reported its first death from the disease.
- Joe Biden Wins the Presidency. Americans felt passionately about the 2020 presidential election. The proof is in the turnout: More than 159 million people voted.
- China Asserts Itself. “Strategic engagement,” the idea that economic engagement would lead to Beijing becoming “a responsible stakeholder” in world politics, might have met its demise in 2020.
- Climate Disruptions Continue. Welcome to the new climate normal: catastrophic wildfires, bigger and more frequent storms, and more intense droughts. The year began with Australia experiencing its worst fire season on record, with some six percent of the country in flames and nearly three million animals killed.
The start of 2020 has seen a flurry of significant events around the world. From a deadly plane crash to the British Royals - here is a catch-up of some of the biggest news stories...
- January. COVID reared its head in January. The very first case in the U.S. was a Washington State man who had travelled from the city of Wuhan in China, where it all started.
- February. February was consumed with the impeachment of President Trump by the House. He was eventually acquitted by the Senate of charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress.
- March. In March it was back to COVID. The World Health Organization declared a global pandemic, and the 2020 Olympics was officially postponed. Coronavirus may infect up to 70% of world's population, expert warns ("CBS Evening News")
- April. Tensions over COVID took center stage in April, when armed demonstrators took to the Michigan State Capitol to protest stay-at-home orders. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer says protests can lead to extension of stay-at-home orders.
Dec 31, 2020 · From a deadly pandemic to a global movement for racial justice, the year 2020 certainly experienced its fair share of world-shifting events. Here is a list — and timeline — of the major events that...
Dec 18, 2020 · In the balance of global power, 2020 has seen a shifting of the plates. To watch America's response was to witness its national decline play out in real-time. The Trump administration's...
Seismic change: How Covid-19 altered world events in 2020. The year 2020 has been like no other. The coronavirus infected more than 67 million people, impacted 80% of jobs, and placed billions...
