February
Port Said Stadium Riot
A football match between Al-Masry and Al-Ahly turned deadly in 2012, exposing deep societal issues in Egypt.
The Space Shuttle Columbia Disaster
On February 1, 2003, the Space Shuttle Columbia tragically disintegrated during re-entry over Texas, resulting in the loss of all seven crew members. This disaster sparked significant changes in NASA's safety protocols and shuttle operations.
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.
Stoneman Douglas High School Shooting
On February 14, 2018, a tragic event unfolded at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, where 19-year-old Nikolas Cruz, a former student, carried out a deadly school shooting. The incident resulted in the loss of 17 lives and sparked national discussions on gun control and school safety.
The Saint Valentine's Day Massacre
A brutal and notorious gangland execution that marked the height of mob violence during Prohibition-era Chicago, unraveling the fierce battle between Al Capone and Bugs Moran.
Faucett Perú Flight 251 Crash
On February 29, 1996, near Arequipa, Peru, Faucett Perú Flight 251 tragically crashed into a hill due to poor visibility and pilot disorientation, claiming all 123 lives on board.