February 1
2012
Port Said Stadium Riot
A football match between Al-Masry and Al-Ahly turned deadly in 2012, exposing deep societal issues in Egypt. Read more
2007
2007 Jakarta Flood
In early February 2007, Jakarta, Indonesia was struck by catastrophic floods triggered by intense monsoon rains, leading to significant human and economic tolls. Read more
2004
The 2004 Super Bowl XXXVIII Halftime Show Controversy
A fleeting moment during the 2004 Super Bowl halftime show ignited an intense nationwide debate, leaving rippling effects on media standards and the careers of those involved. Read more
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2003
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.
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