July 14
2024
2024 Lumut Mid-air Collision
In a rare and catastrophic aviation incident, a mid-air collision occurred between a commercial airliner and a private jet over Lumut, Malaysia, leaving no survivors and prompting sweeping changes in aviation safety protocols. Read more
2016
The Nice Truck Attack
On July 14, 2016, a day meant for celebration turned into a nightmare when a terrorist attack struck the heart of Nice, France. Mohamed Lahouaiej-Bouhlel drove a 19-tonne cargo truck into the crowds along the Promenade des Anglais, killing 86 people and injuring 458 others. This tragedy, amidst France’s ongoing state of emergency, left an indelible mark on the nation and the world, underscoring the persistent threat of terrorism. Read more
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Jul 11
2006 Mumbai train bombings
On the evening of July 11, 2006, during the city's evening rush, a string of timed explosive devices detonated on suburban trains running along Mumbai’s Western Line. Seven blasts in quick succession tore through crowded carriages, killing 209 people and injuring 714. The attacks shattered a routine commute, tested the city's emergency response, spawned long-running criminal trials, and pushed changes in how India protects mass transit systems.
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Jul 17
Malaysia Airlines Flight 17
On July 17, 2014, Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 (MH17) was shot down over Eastern Ukraine, claiming the lives of 298 passengers and crew. The incident occurred against the backdrop of an escalating conflict between pro-Russian separatists and Ukrainian forces. This article delves into the details of the crash, the aftermath, and the ongoing quest for justice.
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Jul 21
The Yuen Long Attack
On July 21, 2019, Hong Kong witnessed a shocking and violent incident known as the Yuen Long Attack. Men dressed in white shirts, armed with sticks and metal rods, assaulted commuters, journalists, and bystanders at the Yuen Long MTR station. This attack, occurring amid the widespread protests against the proposed extradition bill, revealed significant failures in police response and intensified the already high tensions in the city.
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