The world’s most congested cities.

In 2021, Istanbul, Turkey, took the number one spot as the world’s most congested city, with an average 62% congestion rate. Moscow, Russia, which was 2020’s most congested city with a 54% congestion level, is 2021’s second most congested city. In 2021 the Russian capital sa…

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International Epilepsy Day - 14 February.

Every year on the second Monday of February, International Epilepsy Day raises awareness about epilepsy. The day also focuses on epilepsy education and promotes ways to ensure all who need treatment receives it. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that is marked by episodes …

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International Condom Day - 13 February.

Every year on February 13th, International Condom Day seeks to remind the public that condoms prevent sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and unwanted pregnancy. It’s also a day to promote the use of condoms to provide protection from HIV. Despite increased education and te…

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World Radio Day - 13 February.

Every year on February 13th, World Radio Day celebrates radio as the mass media reaching the widest audience in the world. The day also recognizes the power of radio to promote diversity and build a more inclusive world. Marconi vs. Tesla Over the years, there has been much d…

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International Day of Women and Girls in Science - 11 February.

Every year on February 11th, the International Day of Women and Girls in Science seeks to promote full and equal access for women and girls to participate in science. It’s also a day to recognize the role that women and girls play in science and technology. Only 35 percent o…

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Honduras swears in Xiomara Castro as first female president.

Xiomara Castro has been sworn in as Honduras’ first female president, taking office amid growing uncertainty about whether she will be able to govern in the face of an unfolding legislative crisis and other challenges. The oath was sworn before Judge Karla Romero. She will …

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India world's third country to record 5 Lakh Coronavirus deaths.

India became the third nation in the world to record over 5 lakh deaths from the highly contagious coronavirus. The country reached this grim milestone of death on February 3. With this, only the US (with more than 9.1 lakh Covid fatalities) and Brazil (with almost 6.3 lakh…

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Samsung surpasses Intel as World's Top Semiconductor Company in 2021.

South Korean electronics manufacturing giant Samsung Electronics surpassed U.S chipmaker Intel to become the world's leading chipmaker by revenue in 2021, according to a report released by research firm Counterpoint Technology Market Research. While Intel posted relative…

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Indian cricket team becomes first side to complete the milestone of 1,000 ODIs.

The Indian cricket team created history on Sunday (February 06) as the Men in Blue became the first side in the world to complete the milestone of 1,000 ODIs. As Rohit Sharma & Co. took the field in the first ODI against West Indies at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmed…

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03 Day shortened torch relay begins for Beijing Winter Olympics.

The three-day torch relay for the Beijing Olympics, shortened considerably because of concerns about the coronavirus, started Wednesday 02 Feb 2022 with an 80-year-old former speedskater carrying the flame. The relay opened at the Olympic Foreign Park. Luo Zhihuan, the count…

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Safer Internet Day - 08 February 2022.

Safer Internet Day is observed every year on the second day of the second week of February with the aim of providing a safer and better internet, where every user gets to use the internet responsibly and without getting their data leaked. This year February 8 is being celeb…

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Oscar winning VFX artist Robert Blalack passes away.

Oscar and Emmy award-winning visual effects artist Robert Blalack has died at the age of 73. Robert died on Wednesday 09 February 2022 of cancer at his home in Paris, his wife, writer Caroline Charron-Blalack, told The Hollywood Reporter. The Industrial Light and Magic co-fou…

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China wins incredible feat in AFC Women’s Asian Cup.

China beat South Korea 3-2 from two goals down in the dramatic final of the AFC Women's Asian Cup on 06 February 2022 night and won its record-extending 9th title since the last championship in 2006. It was the first time for the South Korean women's national footbal…

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Queen Elizabeth II marks 70 years as Britain’s head of state.

The United Kingdom has marked the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s rule, the queen looked to the future of the monarchy. She surpassed Louis XIV of France as the longest-reigning monarch of a sovereign state. She became the longest-lived British monarch on 21 Decemb…

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NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg appointed to lead Norway's Central Bank.

Jens Stoltenberg will become Norway's next central bank governor when his tenure as NATO secretary-general ends later this year, the Norwegian government announced. The current governor of Norges Bank, 70-year-old Oystein Olsen, is set to retire after holding the positio…

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Senegalese celebrate first Africa Cup of Nations victory in Dakar.

Senegal won its first African Cup of Nations title on Sunday 06 February 2022 by beating Egypt 4-2 in a penalty shootout. Sadio Mané scored the winning spot kick to start the celebrations and make up for missing a penalty in the seventh minute of the game. The final had ended…

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World Pulses Day - 10 February.

Every year on February 10th, World Pulses Day celebrates the dry edible seeds of plants called pulses. The day also seeks to promote the many health benefits of pulses. These edible seeds are a category of superfoods. Chickpeas, lentils, dry peas, and beans are all different…

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IOC approves surfing, skateboarding, and sport climbing for Los Angeles 2028 Games.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has formally approved the proposal to include surfing, skateboarding, and sport climbing at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. The decision was made during the 139th IOC session on Thursday (3 February) in Beijing, one day ahead of …

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Former Greek President Christos Sartzetakis died at 93.

Former Greek President Christos Sartzetakis has passed away at the age of 92 years due to respiratory failure in Athens, Greece.  He was a Greek jurist and a judge of the Supreme Court, who resisted against the militants during the 1967-1974 Rule of the Colonels.  He served a…

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Chinese researchers develop 4-minute PCR test.

Chinese scientists say they have developed a COVID-19 test that can process results as accurately as PCR tests in less than four minutes. PCR tests are the most accurate on the market, but must be processed in a lab, which so far takes a few hours at minimum. When labs are o…

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International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) - 06 February.

Every year, February 6th marks the International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). The day aims to promote the eradication of female genital mutilation. Female circumcision is a disturbing practice. Sadly, however, the removal of some or all of the ex…

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35th African Union Summit concluded for 2022.

Under the theme of "Building Resilience in Nutrition on the African Continent: Accelerate the Human Capital, Social and Economic Development," the Assembly of the African Union (AU) Heads of State and Government on Sunday 06 Feb 2022 concluded its 35th ordinary se…

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India win ICC Under 19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2022

India beat England by four wickets to win their fifth ICC Under 19 Men’s Cricket World Cup in the West Indies. The two unbeaten sides met at the Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Ground in Antigua and Barbuda as England went in search of only their second title, but it was India w…

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New HIV variant discovered in the Netherlands.

The most virulent HIV variant known to science has been discovered in the Netherlands, according to researchers who said it provided a valuable insight into the way viruses such as the one behind Covid-19 can evolve. People infected with the VB variant, as it is known, have …

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India bids farewell to beloved singer Lata Mangeshkar.

Lata Mangeshkar, one of India's most beloved singers, has been cremated in Mumbai with full state honours. Mangeshkar, whose voice was the soundtrack to hundreds of Bollywood films, died aged 92 on Sunday. PM Narendra Modi and stars of the entertainment industry attended …

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North Korea successfully tests fire most powerful Hwasong-12 ballistic missile.

North Korea successfully tested its Hwasong-12 intermediate-range ballistic missile from the Jagang Province area. This was the first nuclear-capable missile testing undertaken by the country since 2017. The Hwasong-12 has an estimated range of 4,500 km (2,800 miles). North…

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World Interfaith Harmony Week: 01-07 February 2022.

World Interfaith Harmony Week is an annual event observed during the first week of February (1-7 February), after General Assembly designation in 2010. World Interfaith Harmony Week (WIHW), was conceived to promote cultural peace and nonviolence. The World Interfaith Harmon…

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Dubai will launch World’s first Hydrogen-powered Flying Boat ‘The Jet’

Dubai firm, THE JET ZeroEmission announced the launch of the World’s first hydrogen-powered flying boat ‘THE JET’ in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. ‘THE JET’ features cutting-edge characteristics and technologies, making it capable of flying in silence over the waters at a cr…

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Antonio Costa re-elected as Prime Minister of Portugal.

The Prime Minister of Portugal, Antonio Costo has been re-elected after his centre-left Socialist Party secured a landslide victory in the 2022 Portuguese legislative election.  Socialist Party bagged 117 seats in the 230 seats Parliament. Despite predictions of a tight race…

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Ashleigh Barty became the first Australian to win a singles title.

Ashleigh Barty became the first Australian to win a singles title at a home grand slam in 44 years after beating Danielle Collins in straight sets.  Having taken the first set 6-4, the 25-year-old fought back from 5-1 down to win the second set 7-6(2) at Melbourne Park. Bart…

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