News from 2024 and Beyond

Date: February 20, 2025, 11:34 AM GMT

Executive Summary: This magazine summarizes key news events from 2024 and early 2025, covering topics ranging from international human rights issues and explosive weapon usage to data breaches, sports rankings, environmental concerns, and economic trends. It also includes information on examination schedules, legal matters, and global events.

International Affairs & Human Rights

Iran's Escalating Execution Rate in 2024

Human rights groups report a "horrifying escalation" in Iran's use of capital punishment, with at least 975 people executed in 2024. This represents a 17% increase over 2023, with a spike in the last three months of the year coinciding with heightened tensions between Iran and Israel. The government is allegedly using these executions to spread fear throughout the population.
The Times of Israel (3h ago), France 24 (6h ago), Yahoo News Canada (6h ago), Punch Newspapers (1h ago)

Explosive Weapon Usage in 2024

In December 2024, explosive weapons caused at least one death or injury in 25 countries and territories.
ReliefWeb (2h ago)

Myanmar Humanitarian Crisis in 2024

A year-end dashboard from OCHA details the humanitarian needs and response plan for Myanmar in 2024.
ReliefWeb (2 days ago)

Ukraine-Russia War: Trump's Comments

Donald Trump has been criticized for echoing Moscow's rhetoric regarding Volodymyr Zelensky, amidst the ongoing conflict.
Yahoo News UK (3h ago)

Business & Technology

Change Healthcare Data Breach Update

UnitedHealth Group has updated the number of individuals affected by the Change Healthcare ransomware attack, with the figure almost doubling. A judge has set a deadline for motions to dismiss claims in related lawsuits.
The HIPAA Journal (15h ago)

Oil and Chemical Spills in English Waters

In 2024, there were approximately two oil or chemical spills per day in English waters, according to an interactive map released by Oceana.
SURFER Magazine (13h ago)

Credit Card Phishing and Mobile Wallet Scams

Over $1.2 million was lost to credit card phishing and mobile wallet scams between October and December 2024, with at least 656 cases reported, primarily involving Apple Pay.
The Straits Times (2 days ago)

Renault's Increased Operating Profit in 2024

Renault reported a 3.6% increase in operating profit for 2024, exceeding expectations due to cost reductions and new vehicle launches.
Yahoo (5h ago), MSN (2 days ago)

Sports

Commanders' 2024 NFL Draft Class

The Washington Commanders' 2024 draft class has been ranked as the best in the NFL.
Washington Commanders (18h ago)

Vikings Player Ranked Among Top NFL Players

Minnesota Vikings edge rusher Jonathan Greenard was ranked among the top 101 NFL players in 2024 by Pro Football Focus (PFF).
Sports Illustrated (1 day ago)

Mountain West Football – Final Rankings

Boise State was ranked No. 9 and UNLV No. 24 in the final College Football Playoff rankings for 2024.
Mountain West Conference (1 day ago)

Monaco Grand Prix Changes

F1 drivers will be required to make at least two pit stops in this year's Monaco Grand Prix to enhance the race's unpredictability.
BBC (1 day ago)

The 2024 MLB RBI Leaders Quiz

A quiz focusing on the RBI leaders in MLB for 2024.
Yardbarker (1 day ago)

Legal & Financial

Depo Provera Lawsuits in 2025

New Depo Provera lawsuits are expected in 2025 for meningioma brain tumors, with potential settlement compensation.
Lawsuit Information Center (2 days ago)

Tracking Eric Adams's Investigations

Multiple corruption inquiries have reached into the world of Mayor Eric Adams of New York City, with a closer examination of the charges.
The New York Times (2 days ago)

Cheapest Car Insurance Companies for February 2025

Average annual rates for full coverage car insurance are up to $2,670 per year, up from $2,543 in 2024.
CNBC (2 days ago)

Budget 2025: Corporate Income Tax Rebate in Singapore

Singapore's Budget 2025 includes a corporate income tax rebate of 50 per cent, plus a S$2,000 cash grant for eligible employers, capped at S$40,000 in total benefits.
The Business Times (1 day ago)

Educational

AIBE (19) 2024 Exam Updates

The Bar Council of India will release the AIBE 19 Result 2024 once the AIBE 19 Final Answer Key 2024 is published.
Shiksha (3 days ago)

PAGASA Debuts New Storm Names in 2024

PAGASA will use a new set of storm names this 2024 for tropical cyclones within the Philippine area of responsibility.
ABS-CBN (Nov 21, 2024)

Environment & Health

Kentucky's Hottest Years

For all but one Kentucky county, 2024 was one of the five hottest years on record.
Hoptown Chronicle (1 day ago)

Lower Egg Production in the US in 2024

U.S. egg production declined in 2024, with 108.515 billion eggs produced, a 1% decrease from the previous year.
Brownfield Ag News (1 day ago)

Health Insurance Coverage in the US

SmartAsset ranked 810 U.S. counties based on the rate of people under age 65 who were insured in 2024, examining changes in coverage.
Duncan Banner (1 day ago)

Other

Pilatus Aircraft Deliveries and Orders in 2024

Swiss aircraft manufacturer Pilatus Aircraft delivered 153 aircraft in 2024 and secured new orders worth $2.4 billion.
AeroTime (23 hours ago)

Air Force Mission Capability Rates Reach Lowest Levels

Aircraft readiness declined across the Air Force fleet in 2024, dropping to its lowest level in at least a decade.
Air & Space Forces Magazine (1 day ago)