Top 10 Headlines of 2019

Date Headline Description
January 1, 2019 Brazil's new president takes office Jair Bolsonaro is sworn in as Brazil's new president, promising to tackle corruption and crime.
March 15, 2019 New Zealand mosque shootings At least 50 people are killed in shootings at two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand. The attacker is a white supremacist who livestreamed the attack on social media.
April 15, 2019 Notre Dame Cathedral fire A fire breaks out at the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, causing significant damage to the historic landmark.
May 19, 2019 Game of Thrones series finale The popular HBO series Game of Thrones airs its final episode, sparking controversy among fans.
June 12, 2019 Women's World Cup begins The 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup kicks off in France, with the United States ultimately winning the tournament.
July 4, 2019 Earthquake in California A 6.4 magnitude earthquake strikes Southern California, causing damage and injuries.
August 3, 2019 Mass shooting in El Paso, Texas A gunman opens fire at a Walmart in El Paso, Texas, killing 22 people and injuring dozens more. The attack is motivated by white supremacist beliefs.
September 20, 2019 Global climate strikes Millions of people around the world participate in a series of climate strikes, calling for action on climate change.
October 27, 2019 Deadly synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh A gunman opens fire at a synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, killing 11 people and injuring several others.
November 13, 2019 Impeachment hearings begin The House of Representatives begins public impeachment hearings against President Donald Trump, alleging abuse of power and obstruction of Congress.