February 23
2020
Murder of Ahmaud Arbery
The murder of 25-year-old Ahmaud Arbery on February 23, 2020, became a flashpoint in the national conversation about racial profiling and systemic racism, following his death at the hands of two men who falsely assumed his criminal intent because of their prejudices, while jogging in a Georgia neighborhood. Read more
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Feb 19
Pasta de Conchos Mine Disaster
A tragic explosion at the Pasta de Conchos coal mine in Coahuila, Mexico, led to the loss of 65 miners. The disaster highlighted critical lapses in mine safety and prompted calls for reform.
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Feb 6
2018 Hualien Earthquake
A devastating 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck near Hualien City, Taiwan, on February 6, 2018, causing significant destruction and loss of life.
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Feb 14
2021 Texas Power Crisis
A severe winter storm in February 2021 paralyzed Texas, exposing the vulnerabilities of its isolated power grid and leaving millions without electricity or water in freezing conditions.
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