February 2013 News |
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| New York, NY (February 28, 2013) - A panel of educational leaders met at the Harvard Club today to discuss implementation of the Common Core in schools across the United States as part of... Continue reading |
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Here are some major events that occurred in February, 2013:
February 1-28, 2013 - Pope Benedict XVI's Final Days and Conclave: Throughout February, Pope Benedict XVI conducted his final official duties as pope, culminating in his resignation on February 28. The subsequent papal conclave elected Pope Francis as the new leader of the Roman Catholic Church. February 12, 2013 - North Korea Conducts Nuclear Test: North Korea conducted its third underground nuclear test, defying international sanctions and escalating tensions in the region. This event raised concerns about North Korea's nuclear ambitions and its impact on global security. February 12, 2013 - State of the Union Address: U.S. President Barack Obama delivered his State of the Union Address to Congress, outlining his administration's priorities and policy agenda for the year. This included discussions on gun control, immigration reform, and the economy. February 15, 2013 - Chelyabinsk Meteor Explosion: A meteor exploded over the Russian city of Chelyabinsk, creating a shockwave that damaged buildings and injured over a thousand people. The event was captured on numerous videos and highlighted the potential threat of near-Earth objects. February 17, 2013 - Protests in Venezuela: Protests against the government of Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez's successor, Nicolás Maduro, began in response to allegations of election fraud. These protests marked the beginning of a period of political and economic instability in Venezuela. February 24, 2013 - Italian General Election: Italy held a general election that resulted in a political deadlock, with no single party or coalition gaining a clear majority. The inconclusive results contributed to political uncertainty in Italy. February 26, 2013 - Supreme Court Hears Same-Sex Marriage Cases: The U.S. Supreme Court began hearing oral arguments in two landmark cases related to same-sex marriage: Hollingsworth v. Perry and United States v. Windsor. These cases would have significant implications for LGBTQ+ rights in the United States. These events in February, 2013, had significant impacts on politics, international relations, science, and culture, shaping the course of events in the respective areas in the months and years that followed. |
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