January 8
2020
Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 Incident
On January 8, 2020, Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 was tragically shot down near Tehran, Iran amid escalated tensions between Iran and the United States. The incident resulted in 176 casualties, leading to international grief and calls for accountability. Read more
2011
The 2011 Tucson Shooting
On January 8, 2011, a mass shooting at a public event in Casas Adobes, Arizona, left six dead and thirteen injured, including U.S. Representative Gabrielle Giffords. The incident sparked nationwide debates on gun control, mental health, and public security. Read more
1989
Kegworth Air Disaster
A tragic aircraft anomaly on January 8, 1989, led to a catastrophic crash, setting precedence for critical changes in aviation safety protocols. Read more
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