2022
After widespread public protests, China had announced a major loosening of COVID-19 restrictions for the whole country
2020
Coca-Cola named the world’s No. 1 plastic polluter, in Break Free From Plastic’s annual brand audit
2018
Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer is elected the new leader of Germany’s Christian Democratic Union party, replacing Angela Merkal
2019
Comedian Kevin Hart steps down as Oscars host after his history of homophobic statements were revealed
1941
The Japanese Navy attacked the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, The attack was the impetus for the U.S.’s entry into World War II.
1787
Delaware became the first state to ratify the United States Constitution. Because of this, it is sometimes called the First State.
1732
The popular performing arts venue in Covent Garden, London houses the Royal Opera and the Royal Ballet