President of Brazil
Appointed President of Brazil, 2nd term
Historical events in 2007
686 historical records
January 200766 historical events
Treaty of Accession
Stanishev heads Bulgaria on its accession date as the 2005 Luxembourg treaty becomes legally operative.
German EU Council Presidency
Begins Germany's Council Presidency as foreign minister, supporting work to revive European treaty reform.
Irish Becomes EU Official Language
Serves as Foreign Minister when Irish receives official and working language status in the Union.
Irish Becomes EU Official Language
Heads the government when Irish becomes an official and working language of the European Union.
Romania Joins European Union
Tariceanu leads the government as Romania becomes a European Union member.
Treaty of Accession
Tariceanu heads Romania on 1 January 2007 as the country's European Union membership formally starts.
Minister of Interior
Chancellor Wolfgang Schussel is sworn in as interior minister
Commander in Chief
Lt. Gen. David Petraeus is named the top Commander in Iraq
Central Command
William Fallon succeeds Gen. John Abizaid as the head of Central Command in Iraq
Resignation of Stanislaw Wielgus
A month after being appointed archbishop by Pope Benedict XVI, Stanislaw Wielgus resigns after admitting to collaborating with the Polish secret police during the Communist
Scandal
A month after being appointed archbishop by Pope Benedict XVI, Stanislaw Wielgus resigns after admitting to collaborating with the Polish secret police during the Communist
2008 Campaign Announcement
Announces a presidential campaign for 2008.
Foreign Secretary of Kazakhstan
Appointed Foreign Minister
Prime Minister of Kazakhstan
Parliament approves Karim Masimov as Prime Minister
President of Somalia
President Abdullahi Yusuf enters the capital for the first time since assuming control of the interim Government in 2004
President of Somalia
President Abdullahi Yusuf enters the capital for the first time since assuming control of the interim Government in 2004
Al-Qaeda
The US launches an air strike in Somalia, targets suspected al-Qaeda operatives who were forced to flee Mogadishu following Ethiopian air strikes that routed Islamist militias
Bombing of Sudan
The US launches an air strike in Somalia, targets suspected al-Qaeda operatives who were forced to flee Mogadishu following Ethiopian air strikes that routed Islamist militias
Al-Qaeda
The US launches an air strike in Somalia, targets suspected al-Qaeda operatives who were forced to flee Mogadishu following Ethiopian air strikes that routed Islamist militias
Bombing of Sudan
The US launches an air strike in Somalia, targets suspected al-Qaeda operatives who were forced to flee Mogadishu following Ethiopian air strikes that routed Islamist militias
First Topolanek Government
The First Topolanek Government ends in Prague, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Czech Republic.
Second Topolanek Government
Begins the Second Topolanek Government in Prague and serves as Prime Minister of Czech Republic.
Rangers Manager Return
Returns to Rangers for a second spell as manager.
Premiership Ends
Akhmetov resigns as Prime Minister
Prime Minister Takes Office
Karim Massimov becomes Prime Minister
Siege of Baghdad
In a nationally televised address, President Bush announces an additional 20,000 troops will be deployed to Baghdad to try to stem the sectarian fighting
President of Venezuela
Appointed President of Venezuela, 2nd elected term under the 1999 Constitution
Prime Minister of Austria
Appointed Prime Minister of Austria
Election
Responding to claims of corruption on the electoral commission and threats by an alliance of political parties to boycott Jan. 22 election, President Iajuddin Ahmed declares a state of emergency & cancels elections
State of Emergency
Responding to claims of corruption on the electoral commission and threats by an alliance of political parties to boycott Jan. 22 election, President Iajuddin Ahmed declares a state of emergency & cancels elections
Transfer
2007 Beckham announces that he had signed a five-year deal to play for Los Angeles Galaxy beginning 1 July 2007
Invasion of Iraq
Troops storm an Iranian diplomatic office in Kurdish-controlled Erbil and detain five people, urdish officials are outraged at the move, and about 100 Kurdish troops stop US troops from crossing a checkpoint
Siege of Erbil
Troops storm an Iranian diplomatic office in Kurdish-controlled Erbil and detain five people, urdish officials are outraged at the move, and about 100 Kurdish troops stop US troops from crossing a checkpoint
Troops storm an Iranian diplomatic office in Kurdish-controlled Erbil and detain five
Troops storm an Iranian diplomatic office in Kurdish-controlled Erbil and detain five people, urdish officials are outraged at the move, and about 100 Kurdish troops stop US troops from crossing a checkpoint
President of Ecuador
Appointed President of Ecuador, 1st term
Death of Barzan Ibrahim al- Tikriti
Death of Barzan Ibrahim al-Tikriti, executed
Execution
Barzan Ibrahim al-Tikriti, the half-brother of Saddam Hussein who was also sentenced to death for his role in the 1982 execution of Shiites in Dujail, is decapitated by the noose during his execution
Bombing of Baghdad
At least 70 people die when three bombs explode in attacks at the mostly Shiite Mustansiriya University
Death of Nouri Kamil Mohammed Hasan al- Maliki
Tally of death certificates and reports from morgues, hospitals, and other institutions indicates more than 34,000 Iraqi civilians died in 2006
Invasion of Iraq
The tally of death certificates and reports from morgues, hospitals, and other institutions indicates more than 34,000 Iraqi civilians died in 2006
National Intelligence
The Senate confirms Mike McConnell as the Director of National Intelligence
Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court
Reversing its policy, the Justice Department announces the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court will oversee the National Security Agencys domestic wiretapping program
KBE
Created a Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire (KBE)
Scott Base
Calls for the British Government to contribute to the upkeep of Scotts and Shackletons huts
Abbas Meshaal Damascus Meeting
Abbas met Hamas political leader Khaled Meshaal in Damascus in an effort to reduce factional tensions. The meeting formed part of regional attempts to prevent the Fatah-Hamas dispute from developing into a permanent political split.
SRE-1 Recovery
G. Madhavan Nair leads ISRO as the Space Capsule Recovery Experiment is recovered after demonstrating re-entry and thermal-protection technologies.
State of the Union Address
Admits that the war in Iraq is not going as planned, "This is not the fight we entered in Iraq, but it is the fight we are in," he says, "Every one of us wishes that this war were over and won"
Diplomatic Correspondence
Human Rights Watch sent an open letter to King Abdullah asking him to cease religious persecution of the Ahmadi faith in Saudi Arabia
Politics
Human Rights Watch sent an open letter to King Abdullah asking him to cease religious persecution of the Ahmadi faith in Saudi Arabia
Invasion of Iraq
Senate Foreign Relations Committee votes, 12-9, in favor of a nonbinding resolution that denounces President Bushs plan to deploy additional troops to Iraq
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Senate Foreign Relations Committee votes, 12-9, in favor of a nonbinding resolution that denounces President Bushs plan to deploy additional troops to Iraq
Dismissal
Parliamentary committee approves Moshe Katsavs request to suspend himself after Israels attorney general announces that he would indict Katsav on charges of rape, sexual harassment, abuse of power, and other charges
Rule of Ireland
Sinn Fein endorses a plan to support the police in Northern Ireland, over 15 yrs, the composition of the force will change to reflect the population of the province, clears the path to a power-sharing Government between Catholic and Protestants
Sinn Fein
Sinn Fein endorses a plan to support the police in Northern Ireland, over 15 yrs, the composition of the force will change to reflect the population of the province, clears the path to a power-sharing Government between Catholic and Protestants
Battle of Najaf
As many as 250 are killed near Najaf as American and Iraqi troops fight with a Shiite militia, an American helicopter is shot down in the battle
Battle of Najaf
250 are killed near Najaf as American and Iraqi troops fight with a Shiite militia, an American helicopter is shot down in the battle
African Union Chairmanship
Kufuor is chosen chairman of the African Union and assumes a prominent continental diplomatic role during Ghana's fiftieth year of independence.
Health of Fidel Alejandro Castro
Footage of Castro meeting with Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez is broadcast, where, according to international media reports, Castro "appeared frail but stronger than three months ago"
Don't Let Him Waste Your Time
Releases Don't Let Him Waste Your Time, which reaches number 36 on the UK singles chart.
Fatah
Leaders from Hamas and Fatah, two Palestinian factions that have been engaged in deadly violence, meet in Mecca and reach deal to end the fighting and to form a unity Government
Hamas
President Mahmoud Abbas (Fatah) issues a decree outlawing the Hamas militia and executive force after Hamas militarily takes control of the Gaza Strip
Hamas
Abbas issues a decree outlawing the Hamas militia and executive force after Hamas takes control of Gaza
Hamas
Leaders from Hamas and Fatah, two Palestinian factions that have been engaged in deadly violence, meet in Mecca and reach deal to end the fighting and to form a unity Government
Rule of Gaza Strip
Abbas loses effective control of Gaza after Hamas defeats Fatah forces in the territory
Rule of Gaza Strip
President Mahmoud Abbas (Fatah) issues a decree outlawing the Hamas militia and executive force after Hamas militarily takes control of the Gaza Strip
February 200756 historical events
Voyager 1 Plasma Science Shutdown
Voyager 1's plasma science instrument is switched off after its performance becomes degraded.
Invasion of Iraq
National Intelligence Estimate finds the Iraqi leadership is likely too weak to hold the country together, the military is ill-equipped to rein in militias, and US troops are necessary to stabilize Iraq
Death of Jose Carlos Bauer
Death of Jose Carlos Bauer, Brazilian World Cup footballer.
Death of Jules Olitski
Jules Olitski, Ukrainian-born American abstract painter and sculptor
Death of Barbara McNair
Death of Barbara McNair, American singer and actress
Economy of USA
President Bush says the $2.9 trillion budget will eliminate the federal deficit by 2012 without increasing taxes
Agreement on End violence
US and Israel insist that the new Government must recognize right of Israel to exist, disarm terrorist groups and agree to end violence. Hamas officials reiterate that they will never recognize Israel
Hamas
Palestinian Unity Agreement in Mecca, Hamas and Fatah agree to share power, based on vaguely worded agreement. Hamas officials reiterate that they will never recognize Israel
Independence of Israel
US and Israel insist that the new Government must recognize right of Israel to exist, disarm terrorist groups and agree to end violence
Palestinian Unity Agreement
US and Israel insist that the new Government must recognize right of Israel to exist, disarm terrorist groups and agree to end violence. Palestinian Unity Agreement in Mecca, Hamas and Fatah agree to share power, based on vaguely worded agreement. Hamas officials reiterate that they will never recognize Israel
Rule of Israel
Hamas officials reiterate that they will never recognize Israel
Election
The choice of the announcement site is symbolic because it was also where Abraham Lincoln delivered his historic "House Divided" speech in 1858. Obama announces his candidacy for President of the United States in front of the Old State Capitol building in Springfield, Illinois
Election
Obama announces his candidacy for President of the United States in front of the Old State Capitol building in Springfield, Illinois, th site is symbolic because it was also where Abraham Lincoln delivered his historic "House Divided" speech in 1858
International Sanctions
Officials show weapons, including mortar shells, rocket-propelled grenades, and explosive penetrators they say were manufactured in Iranian factories, they also say that Iranian Government officials sanctioned the transfer of the weapons
Presidential Election
Berdymukhamedov wins the presidential election after Niyazov's death
Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
Receives a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.
International Sanctions
Officials show weapons, including mortar shells, rocket-propelled grenades, and explosive penetrators they say were manufactured in Iranian factories, they also say that Iranian Government officials sanctioned the transfer of the weapons
Abdul Aziz Award
Saudi King Abdullah awards Putin the King Abdul Aziz Award, Saudi Arabias top civilian decoration
Saudi King Abdullah awards Putin the King Abdul Aziz Award, Saudi Arabias
Saudi King Abdullah awards Putin the King Abdul Aziz Award, Saudi Arabias top civilian decoration
Nuclear Power
At a meeting with diplomats from the US, China, South Korea, Russia, and Japan, North Korea agrees to dismantle its nuclear facilities and allow international inspectors to enter the country in exchange for about $400 million in oil and aid
Cabinet Chairmanship
As President, Berdymukhamedov heads the Cabinet of Ministers
Head of Government Role
Berdymukhamedov assumes the combined head-of-state and head-of-government role
President Takes Office
Berdymukhamedov is inaugurated as President of Turkmenistan
Siege of Baghdad
Despite an increase in violence in Bagdhad, Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki called the security offensive a "dazzling success"
Invasion of Iraq
The House of Representatives votes, 246-182, in favor of a nonbinding resolution that expresses support for US troops but criticizes President Bushs "surge" that calls for some 20,000 additional troops to be sent to Iraq
Siege of Baghdad
Despite an increase in violence in Bagdhad, Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki called the security offensive a "dazzling success"
Bombing of Baghdad
At least 60 people die when a bomb tears through a crowded market in Baghdad, the attack comes two days after Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki called the security offensive a "dazzling success"
Coup
Hamas ousts Fatah from Gaza in bloody coup
Hamas
Hamas ousts Fatah from Gaza in bloody coup
Rule of Gaza
Hamas ousts Fatah from Gaza in bloody coup
Summit Meeting at Mecca
Trilateral Israeli-Palestinian-American summit with Secretary of State Rice, PM Ehud Olmert and President Abbas ended with no visible result
Summit
Trilateral Israeli-Palestinian-American summit with Secretary of State Rice, PM Ehud Olmert and President Abbas ended with no visible result
Invasion of Iraq
Blair says as many as 1,600 of the 7,100 troops stationed in southern Iraq will leave in the next few months. "What all this means is not that Basra is how we want it to be, but it does mean that the next chapter in Basras history can be written
Bombing of Baghdad
A bomb explodes at Baghdads Mustansiriya University, killing about 40 people, mostly students
Second Chelsea League Cup Victory
Chelsea defeat Arsenal 2-1 in the League Cup final to win another domestic trophy.
President Re-Elected
Wade wins re-election for a second presidential term
Letters from Iwo Jima Academy Nominations
Receives Academy Award nominations connected with Letters from Iwo Jima.
Economy of Iraq
The Iraqi cabinet passes a draft law on oil revenues that calls on the Government to distribute oil revenues to regions based on their populations and allows regions to negotiate contracts with foreign companies to explore and develop oil fields
Bombing of Kabul
A suicide bomber attacks a United States base near Kabul, about a mile away from where the vice president is staying, the Taliban claims responsibility for the attack which killed more than 20 people
Suicide
A suicide bomber attacks a United States base near Kabul, about a mile away from where the vice president is staying, the Taliban claims responsibility for the attack which killed more than 20 people
Taliban
A suicide bomber attacks a United States base near Kabul, about a mile away from where the vice president is staying, the Taliban claims responsibility for the attack which killed more than 20 people
Diplomatic Negotiations
In a policy shift US officials say they will participate in high-level talks with Iran and Syria at a meeting about Iraq
Resignation of Romano Prodi
Romano Prodi submits his resignation after a measure about deploying more troops to Afghanistan and allowing the US to expand a military base in Italy fails in the Senate, he has been in power only nine months. Prodi remains in power, as the Senate narrowly passes a vote of confidence in the Prime Minister's weak Government
Romano Prodi submits his resignation
Romano Prodi submits his resignation after a measure about deploying more troops to Afghanistan and allowing the US to expand a military base in Italy fails in the Senate, he has been in power only nine months
New Horizons
New Horizons uses Jupiter for a gravity assist that shortens its flight time to Pluto.
Jupiter Ring Clumps
New Horizons images clumpy structures in Jupiter's faint rings and improves understanding of ring dynamics.
Little Red Spot Close-Up
New Horizons obtains close views of the developing Little Red Spot and measures storm dynamics.
New Horizons Jupiter Flyby
New Horizons uses Jupiter for a gravity assist and conducts a broad scientific survey of the system.
Polar Lightning on Jupiter
New Horizons detects lightning at high Jovian latitudes, extending known lightning activity toward the poles.
Tvashtar Eruption Imaging
New Horizons records a giant plume from Io's Tvashtar volcano and traces its changing structure.
Scandal
Questioned for a 2nd time by police over the cash-for-peerages scandal
Al-Aqsa Mosque
Israeli renovations near the Mughrabi gate of the Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem spark widespread unrest in the Arab world, over false charges that Israel is destroying the mosque
At the Munich Conference
At the Munich Conference on Security Policy, criticises the USAs dominance in global relations, and points out that the USA displayed an "almost uncontained hyper use of force in international relations"
Conference of Munich
Calls for "fair and democratic world order that would ensure security and prosperity not only for a select few, but for all". At the Munich Conference on Security Policy, criticises the USAs dominance in global relations, and points out that the USA displayed an "almost uncontained hyper use of force in international relations"
Io Plume Observations
New Horizons observes giant volcanic plumes and changing surface features on Io.
Political Rallies Restricted
Police impose temporary restrictions on opposition rallies and demonstrations.
March 200722 historical events
Death of Doris Hilda Anderson
Death of Doris Hilda Anderson
Nuclear Power
Gholam Reza Aghazadeh, the head of Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran declared that Iran has started construction of a domestically built nuclear power plant with capacity of 360 MW
Nuclear Power
Gholam Reza Aghazadeh, the head of Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran declared that Iran has started construction of a domestically built nuclear power plant with capacity of 360 MW
President of Panama
Construction begins on the Panama Canal expansion program
Arrest after Prayer Meeting
Police arrest and assault Tsvangirai following an opposition prayer meeting.
Morgan Tsvangirai Beaten
Police arrest and beat Tsvangirai after an opposition prayer meeting.
Trident Renewal
Blair wins the House of Commons vote to renew Trident with Conservative support despite a Labour rebellion
Trident Renewal
Des Browne leads the defence case for beginning the Trident renewal programme
Trident Renewal
Supports Trident renewal as Conservative votes help pass the Commons motion.
Final Budget as Chancellor
Brown presents his eleventh and final Budget as Chancellor.
UN Resolution 1747
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1747 expands sanctions while reiterating the requirement that Iran suspend enrichment-related activities.
Berlin Declaration
Leads the German EU Presidency as the Berlin Declaration sets a political timetable for renewed treaty reform.
Berlin Declaration
Supports the Berlin Declaration during Germany's EU Presidency and the fiftieth anniversary of the Treaties of Rome.
Ambassador
Diplomat Ryan Crocker replaces Zalmay Khalizad as U.S. ambassador to Iraq
Riyadh Summit
Backs renewed Arab League endorsement of the Arab Peace Initiative at the Riyadh summit.
Constitution of Great Britain
Power sharing in Northern Ireland is back after an historic agreement between Rev Ian Paisley & Gerry Adams
Rule of Ireland
Power sharing in Northern Ireland is back after an historic agreement between Rev Ian Paisley & Gerry Adams
Trident
Wins the Commons vote to renew Trident, Britains independent nuclear deterent, but only with the backing of the Conservatives
Constitution of Great Britain
Power sharing in Northern Ireland is back after an historic agreement between Rev Ian Paisley & Gerry Adams
Trident
Wins the Commons vote to renew Trident, Britains independent nuclear deterent, but only with the backing of the Conservatives
Arrest of Morgan Tsvangirai
Opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai is hospitalised after his arrest at a rally
Demonstrations
Opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai is hospitalised after his arrest at a rally
April 200743 historical events
Rolling Stone Allegations
In the issue of Rolling Stone, St. John Hunt detailed a number of individuals purported to be implicated by his father including Sturgis.
Rolling Stone Allegations
The two sons of Howard Hunt alleged that their father cut the information from his memoirs, "American Spy: My Secret History in the CIA, Watergate and Beyond", to avoid possible perjury charges.
Rolling Stone Allegations
as well as Lyndon B. Johnson, Cord Meyer, David Sanchez Morales, David Atlee Phillips, Lucien Sarti, and William Harvey.
Rolling Stone Allegations
In the issue of Rolling Stone, St. John Hunt detailed a number of individuals purported to be implicated by his father including Sturgis.
Rolling Stone Allegations
The two sons of Howard Hunt alleged that their father cut the information from his memoirs, "American Spy: My Secret History in the CIA, Watergate and Beyond", to avoid possible perjury charges.
Rolling Stone Allegations
as well as Lyndon B. Johnson, Cord Meyer, David Sanchez Morales, David Atlee Phillips, Lucien Sarti, and William Harvey.
Rolling Stone Allegations
In the issue of Rolling Stone, St. John Hunt detailed a number of individuals purported to be implicated by his father including Sturgis.
Rolling Stone Allegations
The two sons of Howard Hunt alleged that their father cut the information from his memoirs, "American Spy: My Secret History in the CIA, Watergate and Beyond", to avoid possible perjury charges.
Rolling Stone Allegations
as well as Lyndon B. Johnson, Cord Meyer, David Sanchez Morales, David Atlee Phillips, Lucien Sarti, and William Harvey.
Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
In the issue of Rolling Stone, St.
Rolling Stone Allegations
In the issue of Rolling Stone, St. John Hunt detailed a number of individuals purported to be implicated by his father including Sturgis.
Rolling Stone Allegations
The two sons of Howard Hunt alleged that their father cut the information from his memoirs, "American Spy: My Secret History in the CIA, Watergate and Beyond", to avoid possible perjury charges.
Rolling Stone Allegations
as well as Lyndon B. Johnson, Cord Meyer, David Sanchez Morales, David Atlee Phillips, Lucien Sarti, and William Harvey.
Rolling Stone Allegations
In the issue of Rolling Stone, St. John Hunt detailed a number of individuals purported to be implicated by his father including Sturgis.
Rolling Stone Allegations
The two sons of Howard Hunt alleged that their father cut the information from his memoirs, "American Spy: My Secret History in the CIA, Watergate and Beyond", to avoid possible perjury charges.
Rolling Stone Allegations
as well as Lyndon B. Johnson, Cord Meyer, David Sanchez Morales, David Atlee Phillips, Lucien Sarti, and William Harvey.
Rolling Stone Allegations
In the issue of Rolling Stone, St. John Hunt detailed a number of individuals purported to be implicated by his father including Sturgis.
Rolling Stone Allegations
The two sons of Howard Hunt alleged that their father cut the information from his memoirs, "American Spy: My Secret History in the CIA, Watergate and Beyond", to avoid possible perjury charges.
Rolling Stone Allegations
as well as Lyndon B. Johnson, Cord Meyer, David Sanchez Morales, David Atlee Phillips, Lucien Sarti, and William Harvey.
Rolling Stone Allegations
The two sons of Howard Hunt alleged that their father cut the information from his memoirs, "American Spy: My Secret History in the CIA, Watergate and Beyond", to avoid possible perjury charges.
Rolling Stone Allegations
The two sons of Howard Hunt alleged that their father cut the information from his memoirs, "American Spy: My Secret History in the CIA, Watergate and Beyond", to avoid possible perjury charges.
Rolling Stone Allegations
The two sons of Howard Hunt alleged that their father cut the information from his memoirs, "American Spy: My Secret History in the CIA, Watergate and Beyond", to avoid possible perjury charges.
Rolling Stone Allegations
The two sons of Howard Hunt alleged that their father cut the information from his memoirs, "American Spy: My Secret History in the CIA, Watergate and Beyond", to avoid possible perjury charges.
Rolling Stone Allegations
The two sons of Howard Hunt alleged that their father cut the information from his memoirs, "American Spy: My Secret History in the CIA, Watergate and Beyond", to avoid possible perjury charges.
Rolling Stone Allegations
The two sons of Howard Hunt alleged that their father cut the information from his memoirs, "American Spy: My Secret History in the CIA, Watergate and Beyond", to avoid possible perjury charges.
First Champions League Goals
Scores twice against Roma after going more than thirty Champions League appearances without a goal.
Siege of Baghdad
Eight people, including two Iraqi legislators, die when a suicide bomber strikes inside the Parliament building, which is located in Baghdads fortified International Zone
Suicide
Eight people, including two Iraqi legislators, die when a suicide bomber strikes inside the Parliament building, which is located in Baghdads fortified International Zone
Constitution of Bangladesh
Bangladeshs military-backed emergency Government exile opposition leader Sheikh Hasina Wajed as it steps up a massive purge of the crisis-wracked countrys political hierarchy
Exile of Sheikh Hasina Wajed
Bangladeshs military-backed emergency Government exile opposition leader Sheikh Hasina Wajed as it steps up a massive purge of the crisis-wracked countrys political hierarchy
Government Ends
His government ends in Helsinki, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Finland.
Prime Minister
Takes office as Prime Minister of Finland and forms a government in Helsinki.
Exile of Khaleda Zia
Bangladesh issues an arrest warrant for opposition leader Sheikh Hasina Wajed as a plane arrives to take her arch rival, the countrys last Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, into exile in Saudi Arabia
Arrest of Sheikh Hasina
Bangladesh issues an arrest warrant for opposition leader Sheikh Hasina Wajed as a plane arrives to take her arch rival, the countrys last Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, into exile in Saudi Arabia
Exile of Sheikh Hasina Wajed
Bangladesh issues an arrest warrant for opposition leader Sheikh Hasina Wajed as a plane arrives to take her arch rival, the countrys last Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, into exile in Saudi Arabia
Death of Boris Yeltsin
Dies in Moscow at age seventy-six after a long period of declining health.
State Funeral
Receives a state funeral in Moscow attended by Russian leaders and foreign dignitaries.
Exile of Khaleda Zia
Bangladeshs emergency Government backtracks on plans to exile two feuding former Prime Minister's but appears to threaten the women with corruption charges if they stay in the country
Exile of Sheikh Hasina Wajed
Bangladeshs emergency Government backtracks on plans to exile two feuding former Prime Minister's but appears to threaten the women with corruption charges if they stay in the country
Presidential Re-Election
Toure wins re-election for a second constitutional presidential term.
Leaves Congo after Kinshasa Clashes
Leaves the country after fighting between his guards and government forces ends his armed political challenge in Kinshasa.
Defence Agreement
Iceland and Norway agree to expand defence cooperation to help secure future shipments of oil and gas
Feyenoord First-Team Debut
Makes his Feyenoord first-team debut as a sixteen-year-old midfielder.
May 200757 historical events
Agger Scores Against Chelsea in Semi-Final
Agger finishes a rehearsed free-kick move to level the Champions League semi-final on aggregate before Liverpool prevail on penalties.
Kuyt Decisive Semi-Final Penalty
Kuyt converts the winning shootout penalty against Chelsea to take Benรญtez's Liverpool into another Champions League final.
Djin Djin
Produces Djin Djin, later recognised with a Grammy Award for contemporary world music.
Nationalization
Takes majority state control of heavy oil projects in the Orinoco Belt
Al-Qaeda
Muharib Abdul Latif al-Jubouri, a leader of al-Qaeda in Mesopotamia, dies in a raid north of Baghdad. US officials say that Jubouri was involved in the kidnapping of American reporter Jill Carroll
Siege of Baghdad
Muharib Abdul Latif al-Jubouri, a leader of al-Qaeda in Mesopotamia, dies in a raid north of Baghdad. US officials say that Jubouri was involved in the kidnapping of American reporter Jill Carroll
Al-Qaeda
Muharib Abdul Latif al-Jubouri, a leader of al-Qaeda in Mesopotamia, dies in a raid north of Baghdad. US officials say that Jubouri was involved in the kidnapping of American reporter Jill Carroll
Siege of Baghdad
Muharib Abdul Latif al-Jubouri, a leader of al-Qaeda in Mesopotamia, dies in a raid north of Baghdad. US officials say that Jubouri was involved in the kidnapping of American reporter Jill Carroll
Al-Qaeda
Muharib Abdul Latif al-Jubouri, a leader of al-Qaeda in Mesopotamia, dies in a raid north of Baghdad. US officials say that Jubouri was involved in the kidnapping of American reporter Jill Carroll
Siege of Baghdad
Muharib Abdul Latif al-Jubouri, a leader of al-Qaeda in Mesopotamia, dies in a raid north of Baghdad. US officials say that Jubouri was involved in the kidnapping of American reporter Jill Carroll
DYP
It is announced that DYP and the Motherland Party (ANAP) would merge to form the Democratic Party (Turkish: Demokrat Parti)
Democratic Party
It is announced that DYP and the Motherland Party (ANAP) would merge to form the Democratic Party (Turkish: Demokrat Parti)
DYP
It is announced that DYP and the Motherland Party (ANAP) would merge to form the Democratic Party (Turkish: Demokrat Parti)
Democratic Party
It is announced that DYP and the Motherland Party (ANAP) would merge to form the Democratic Party (Turkish: Demokrat Parti)
Exile of Sheikh Hasina Wajed
Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wajed is greeted by tens of thousands of supporters as she returns to Bangladesh after the military-backed Government abandon plans to force her into exile
Siege of Baghdad
The US and Iraq begin a new offensive in an attempt to increase security in Baghdad and quell the increasingly deadly attacks by insurgents and militias
Tony Blair Announces Departure
Blair confirms that he will resign as Prime Minister on 27 June.
Resignation of Anthony Charles Lynton Blair
Tony Blair today announces he is stepping down after 10 years as Prime Minister and 13 as Labour leader. The Prime Minister returns to his political roots in the north east for his swansong, telling supporters at Trimdon Labour club he would stand down as PM on June 27
Constitutional Reform Proposal
Brown launches his leadership campaign with proposals for citizenship and constitutional reform.
Labour Leadership Campaign Launch
Brown launches his campaign promising to listen, learn and lead change.
Leadership Campaign Launch
Brown launches his campaign to succeed Tony Blair as Labour leader.
Winning Goal at Old Trafford Preserves Survival
Carlos Tevez scores the winner in West Ham Unitedโs 1-0 final-day victory at Manchester United, confirming the clubโs Premier League survival.
Invasion of Iraq
President Bush selects Lt Gen Douglas Lute to oversee war policy in Iraq and Afghanistan
Invasion of Iraq
President Bush selects Lt Gen Douglas Lute to oversee war policy in Iraq and Afghanistan
UEFA Cup Final Opening Goal
Scores Sevilla's opening goal against Espanyol in the UEFA Cup final.
UEFA Cup Final Late Equaliser
Scores Espanyol's late extra-time equaliser to force a penalty shoot-out.
UEFA Cup Final Extra-Time Goal
Scores for Sevilla during extra time in the UEFA Cup final.
UEFA Cup Final Penalty Saves
Saves three penalties as Sevilla defeat Espanyol in the UEFA Cup final shoot-out.
UEFA Cup Final
Manages Espanyol in the UEFA Cup final, where the side lose to Sevilla on penalties.
UEFA Cup Final Victory
Guides Sevilla to a second consecutive UEFA Cup by defeating Espanyol on penalties.
UEFA Cup Final Equaliser
Scores Espanyol's first equaliser against Sevilla in the UEFA Cup final.
Unopposed Nomination
Brown becomes the only candidate with sufficient nominations for the Labour leadership.
Chelsea FA Cup Victory
Chelsea defeat Manchester United after extra time in the first FA Cup final at the rebuilt Wembley.
Manager
It is announced at a press conference that Bryan Robson and Brian Kidd would be the new management team at Sheffield United
Manager
It is announced at a press conference that Bryan Robson and Brian Kidd would be the new management team at Sheffield United
Champions League Victory
Wins the Champions League with Milan against Liverpool.
Milan European Champion
Finishes as the competition's leading scorer with ten goals.
Fifth European Cup as Player
Captains Milan to victory and collects the fifth European Cup of his playing career.
Inzaghi Champions League Final Brace
Scores both Milan goals in the 2-1 final victory over Liverpool.
Ancelotti Second Champions League Coaching Title
Guides Milan past Liverpool to win his second Champions League as a coach.
First Geir Haarde Government
The First Geir Haarde Government ends, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Iceland.
Second Geir Haarde Government
Begins the Second Geir Haarde Government and serves as Prime Minister of Iceland.
Invasion of Iraq
Moktada al-Sadr, leader of the Mahdi Army militia and an opponent of the US-led war in Iraq, reemerges from hiding for the first time since January. In a speech, he calls for a timetable for the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq
Invasion of Iraq
Moktada al-Sadr, leader of the Mahdi Army militia and an opponent of the US-led war in Iraq, reemerges from hiding for the first time since January. In a speech, he calls for a timetable for the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq
Wembley Promotion Defence
Darren Moore helps organise Derby Countyโs defence during the 2007 Championship play-off final victory over West Bromwich Albion.
Promotion Final Goalkeeping
Stephen Bywater keeps a clean sheet in Derby Countyโs 1-0 win over West Bromwich Albion at Wembley as the Rams secure promotion.
Championship Playoff Promotion
Billy Davies manages Derby County to victory over West Bromwich Albion in the 2007 Championship play-off final, restoring the club to the Premier League.
Playoff Final Winning Goal
Stephen Pearson scores Derby Countyโs decisive goal against West Bromwich Albion in the 2007 Championship play-off final.
President of Nigeria
Appointed President of Nigeria after the 2007 presidential election
Invasion of Iraq
With 127 deaths, May is the deadliest month for U.S. troops since November 2004
Blair Endorses Brown
Tony Blair publicly praises Brown's ability as the leadership transition approaches.
Parliamentary Nominations
Brown secures overwhelming support from Labour Members of Parliament for his leadership bid.
Celtic Transfer
Joins Celtic from Hibernian and later becomes a long-serving captain.
Secretary General
Elected as Secretary General of the Dawa Party, succeeding Jaafari
LIGO-Virgo Joint Observations
Virgo begins joint observations with LIGO under a shared data-analysis agreement, creating a coordinated transatlantic detector network for gravitational-wave searches.
Golden Boot Premier League
Leads the Premier League scoring standings with 20 goals for Chelsea. His contribution stands out for his powerful centre-forward performances under Josรฉ Mourinho.
Electricity Shortage
The government warns that prolonged electricity cuts will affect homes and businesses.
June 200748 historical events
Health of John Leslie Prescott
Admitted to hospital after being taken ill on a train from his constituency in Hull to London King's Cross, diagnosed with pneumonia and treated at University College Hospital
US Arrest
Arrested in the United States in a case alleging plots against the Lao government
State Prize
Russian President Vladimir Putin signing a decree conferring the State Prize of the Russian Federation for the humanitarian work of Solzhenitsyn
MESSENGER Venus Flyby
MESSENGER makes its second Venus flyby, using the encounter to reshape its orbit for later Mercury approaches.
Turn It On Again Tour
Tours again with Genesis as the group returns to stadium audiences.
Turn It On Again Tour
Reunites with Banks and Rutherford for the Turn It On Again tour.
Turn It On Again Tour
Returns to large-scale touring with Genesis during the Turn It On Again reunion.
State Prize
President Putin personally visits the writer at his home to give him the award
Election
The United Progressive Alliance nominates Pratibha Patil as its candidate for the 2007 presidential election.
Economic Reform
Razzaz participates in economic reform connected with Jordanian political and historical developments.
Anfal Campaign
Three Iraqi army officials, including Ali Hassan al-Majid, a cousin of Saddam Hussein who was known as "Chemical Ali, are convicted and sentenced to death for carrying out the murder of about 50,000 Kurds in 1988-what was called the Anfal campaign
Chemical Ali
Three Iraqi army officials, including Ali Hassan al-Majid, a cousin of Saddam Hussein who was known as "Chemical Ali, are convicted and sentenced to death for carrying out the murder of about 50,000 Kurds in 1988-what was called the Anfal campaign
Kurds
Three Iraqi army officials, including Ali Hassan al-Majid, a cousin of Saddam Hussein who was known as "Chemical Ali, are convicted and sentenced to death for carrying out the murder of about 50,000 Kurds in 1988-what was called the Anfal campaign
Trial
Three Iraqi army officials, including Ali Hassan al-Majid, a cousin of Saddam Hussein who was known as "Chemical Ali, are convicted and sentenced to death for carrying out the murder of about 50,000 Kurds in 1988-what was called the Anfal campaign
Al-Qaeda
US forces begin a new offensive, targeting al-Qaeda in Mesopotamia in areas around Baghdad, where car bombings and other insurgent attacks have intensified
Chemical Ali
Three Iraqi army officials, including Ali Hassan al-Majid, a cousin of Saddam Hussein who was known as "Chemical Ali, are convicted and sentenced to death for carrying out the murder of about 50,000 Kurds in 1988-what was called the Anfal campaign
Kurds
Three Iraqi army officials, including Ali Hassan al-Majid, a cousin of Saddam Hussein who was known as "Chemical Ali, are convicted and sentenced to death for carrying out the murder of about 50,000 Kurds in 1988-what was called the Anfal campaign
Siege of Baghdad
US forces begin a new offensive, targeting al-Qaeda in Mesopotamia in areas around Baghdad, where car bombings and other insurgent attacks have intensified
Trial
Three Iraqi army officials, including Ali Hassan al-Majid, a cousin of Saddam Hussein who was known as "Chemical Ali, are convicted and sentenced to death for carrying out the murder of about 50,000 Kurds in 1988-what was called the Anfal campaign
Thirtieth La Liga Title
Coaches Real Madrid to their thirtieth Spanish league championship on the final matchday.
La Liga Title-Decider Brace
Scores twice against Mallorca as Real Madrid come from behind to secure the league title.
Jubilee Oil Discovery Announced
Kufuor announces a major offshore oil discovery at the Jubilee field, opening a new phase in Ghana's petroleum-sector development.
Premiership Ends
Sall leaves the prime ministership and later breaks with Wade
Prime Minister Takes Office
Cheikh Hadjibou Soumare becomes Prime Minister
Two Goals in Libertadores Final Second Leg
Scores both goals as Boca Juniors defeat Gremio 2-0 and complete a 5-0 aggregate Copa Libertadores final victory.
European Council Treaty Mandate
Leads the European Council under the German Presidency as negotiations begin on a mandate for a new reform treaty.
Berlin Declaration
The European Council of heads of states or Governments met in Brussels to agree upon the foundation of a new treaty to replace the rejected Constitution. The meeting took place under the German Presidency of the EU, with Chancellor Angela Merkel leading the negotiations as President-in-Office of the European Council
Treaty of Lisbon
The European Council of heads of states or Governments met in Brussels to agree upon the foundation of a new treaty to replace the rejected Constitution. The meeting took place under the German Presidency of the EU, with Chancellor Angela Merkel leading the negotiations as President-in-Office of the European Council
Large Hadron Collider Start-Up Schedule
Announces a revised Large Hadron Collider start-up schedule after delays in installation and commissioning.
European Council Reform Treaty Mandate
Supports the compromise mandate that enables an intergovernmental conference to draft the Lisbon reform treaty.
O2 Opens
The former Millennium Dome reopens as The O2 entertainment venue.
Election as Labour Leader
Brown is formally declared Leader of the Labour Party.
Labour Leadership
Brown becomes Labour leader without an opposing candidate.
Sharm el Sheikh Four Way Summit
Abbas joined Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, Jordan's King Abdullah II and Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert at Sharm el-Sheikh after Hamas took control of Gaza. The summit focused on supporting the Palestinian presidency and reviving confidence-building measures with Israel.
Economy of Iraq
A new law calls on Government to distribute oil revenues to regions based on their populations and allows regions to negotiate contracts with foreign companies to explore and develop oil fields
Treasury Tenure
Brown leaves the Treasury after more than ten years as Chancellor.
Appointment as Prime Minister
Brown becomes Prime Minister after Tony Blair resigns.
First Day as Prime Minister
Brown enters Downing Street and begins forming his first Cabinet.
Royal Appointment as Prime Minister
The Queen appoints Brown Prime Minister and First Lord of the Treasury.
Entry into Cabinet
Burnham enters Cabinet while serving as Chief Secretary to the Treasury.
Treasury Appointment
Burnham becomes Chief Secretary to the Treasury under Gordon Brown.
First Cabinet Formation
Brown appoints a Cabinet combining experienced ministers with several new members.
New Horizons
New Horizons enters its first long hibernation period during the cruise from Jupiter toward Pluto.
Golden Boot UEFA Champions League
Collects the UEFA Champions League leading-scorer distinction after scoring 10 goals for AC Milan. The award recognises driving Milan towards their Champions League triumph with crucial knockout goals.
Meltdown Festival Curator
Curates the Meltdown festival at London's Southbank Centre.
Secretary of State for Health Appointment
Johnson becomes Health Secretary and commissions further review of NHS quality, service configuration, inequalities and the experience of patients and staff.
Manifesto for Change
Brown sets out proposals on standards, accountability and constitutional change.
Alleged Coup Plot
Authorities charge five men with treason over an alleged coup conspiracy.
July 200733 historical events
Smoke-Free Public Places
Smoke-free legislation takes effect in enclosed public places and workplaces in England, strengthening the NHS prevention agenda by reducing exposure to tobacco smoke.
Transfer
Beckham's contract with Los Angeles Galaxy becomes effective on 1 July 2007, the highest salary of any MLS player in history
Governance of Britain Statement
Brown proposes limits on executive powers and stronger parliamentary accountability.
Economy of Iraq
The Iraqi cabinet approves the hydrocarbon framework law, one component of a larger legislative package, which states that the revenue from oil sales belongs to all Iraqis and outlines the function of the oil and gas council
Acting Governor Appointed
John Skerritt serves briefly as acting Governor
Live Earth
Waters plays at the American leg of the Live Earth concert, an international multi-venue concert aimed to raise awareness about global climate change, featuring the Trenton Youth Choir and his trademark inflatable pig
Copa America Semi-Final Chip Against Mexico
Scores a deft chipped goal as Argentina defeat Mexico 3-0 in the Copa America semi-final.
Transfer
Beckhams contract with Los Angeles Galaxy takes effect on 11 July, and on 13 July, is officially unveiled as a Galaxy player at The Home Depot Center
Acting Governor Appointed
Howard Fergus serves a third acting term as Governor
Resignation of Festus Mogae
Botswanas President Festus Mogae announces that he is to stand down next year after a decade at the helm of the diamond-rich southern African nation
Brazil Victory Against Argentina
Helps complete a decisive victory over Argentina.
Copa America Final Goal
Scores Brazil's third goal in the Copa America final.
Brazil Defeats Argentina
Wins his first major tournament as national-team manager.
Copa America Victory
Manages Brazil to a three-goal victory over Argentina.
Arrest of Sheikh Hasina
Bangladesh police arrest former PM Sheikh Hasina on extortion charges
Mental Health Act
The Mental Health Act changes detention, treatment and professional-role provisions.
Diplomatic Mission at London
UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown expelled four Russian envoys over Russias refusal to extradite Andrei Lugovoi to face charges on the alleged murder of Litvinenko
Diplomatic Mission at London
UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown expelled four Russian envoys over Russias refusal to extradite Andrei Lugovoi to face charges on the alleged murder of Litvinenko
Election
The AKP achieves a landslide victory in the rescheduled July 22 2007 elections with 46.6% of the vote, translating into control of 341 of the 550 available Parliamentary seats. Overall, the AKP secures a plurality of votes in 68 of Turkeys 81 provinces, with its strongest vote of 71% coming from Bingโl
Arrest of Sheikh Hasina Wajed
Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina is charged with extortion for allegedly demanding hundreds of thousands of dollars from a company seeking to build a power station
Peace Initiative
Supports an Arab League delegation promoting the Arab Peace Initiative in Israel.
First Woman President
Pratibha Patil takes office as India's first woman President and the twelfth holder of the office.
Nicolas Sarkozy Visits Libya
Gaddafi receives President Nicolas Sarkozy and concludes bilateral cooperation agreements.
Governor Appointed
Peter Waterworth becomes Governor of Montserrat
IAEA Fiftieth Anniversary
Leads the Agency as it marks fifty years since the IAEA Statute entered into force.
Death of Michel Serrault
Death of Michel Serrault
Brian Clough Trophy
Derby County and Nottingham Forest compete for the inaugural Brian Clough Trophy at Pride Park Stadium
DPRK Inspectors Return
IAEA inspectors return to North Korea to monitor and verify the shutdown of designated nuclear facilities.
Yongbyon Shutdown Verification
The IAEA verifies shutdown of the Yongbyon nuclear facilities under arrangements following the Six-Party Talks.
Summer Floods Response
Brown coordinates government assistance during severe flooding across parts of England.
Revised Ministerial Code
Brown issues a revised code setting standards and responsibilities for ministers.
Healthcare for London Framework
Darzi publishes a framework for reshaping London healthcare, emphasising clinical quality, specialised centres, local services and more systematic service redesign.
International Agreement
French President Nicolas Sarkozy visits Libya and signs a number of bilateral and multilateral EU agreements with Gaddafi
August 200715 historical events
Iraqi Consensus Front
The Iraqi Consensus Front, the largest Sunni faction in Prime Minister Nuri al-Malikis cabinet, resigns, citing the Shiite-led Governments failure to stem violence by militias, follow through with reforms, and involve Sunnis in decisions on securit
Death of Jose Eduardo dos Santos
President Jose Eduardo dos Santos eulogizes, "Holden Roberto was one of the pioneers of national liberation struggle, whose name encouraged a generation of Angolans to opt for resistance and combat for the countrys independence"
Death of Holden Alvaro Roberto
President Jose Eduardo dos Santos eulogizes, "Holden Roberto was one of the pioneers of national liberation struggle, whose name encouraged a generation of Angolans to opt for resistance and combat for the countrys independence". Death of Holden Alvaro Roberto
Olmert Abbas Jericho Meeting
Abbas hosted Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert in Jericho for talks on fundamental issues connected with a future Palestinian state. The meeting was notable because it was the first visit by an Israeli prime minister to Palestinian-administered territory in seven years.
Bombing of Jazeera
Two pairs of truck bombs explode about five miles apart in the remote, northwestern Iraqi towns of Qahtaniya and Jazeera, 500 members of the minority Yazidi community are reported killed, the biggest insurgent attack in the war
Bombing of Qahtaniya
Two pairs of truck bombs explode about five miles apart in the remote, northwestern Iraqi towns of Qahtaniya and Jazeera, 500 members of the minority Yazidi community are reported killed, the biggest insurgent attack in the war
Discount Rate Cut During Credit Stress
The Federal Reserve cuts the primary credit rate by one-half percentage point and lengthens borrowing terms as strains in money and credit markets threaten to impair the orderly functioning of financial markets.
Credit Crunch
The Federal Reserve cuts its discount rate by half a percentage point to improve access to emergency central-bank funding as credit markets tighten.
Invasion of Iraq
In an attempt at national reconciliation, a group of Sunni, Shiite, and Kurdish Iraqi leaders, including Nuri al-Maliki, Vice President Tarqi al-Hashemi, and President Jalal Talabani, announce former Baathists can regain their Government jobs
Invasion of Iraq
In an attempt at national reconciliation, a group of Sunni, Shiite, and Kurdish Iraqi leaders, including Nuri al-Maliki, Vice President Tarqi al-Hashemi, and President Jalal Talabani, announce former Baathists can regain their Government jobs. A review of progress in Iraq, called the National Intelligence Estimate, says the Iraqi Government has failed to end sectarian violence even with the surge of American troops
Invasion of Iraq
A review of progress in Iraq, called the National Intelligence Estimate, says the Iraqi Government has failed to end sectarian violence even with the surge of American troops
National Intelligence Estimate
A review of progress in Iraq, called the National Intelligence Estimate, says the Iraqi Government has failed to end sectarian violence even with the surge of American troops
Voyager 2 Termination Shock Crossing
Oversees analysis as Voyager 2 crosses the termination shock and returns the first direct plasma measurements obtained during passage through this solar-wind boundary.
Voyager 2 Termination Shock
Voyager 2 crosses the termination shock at a different distance from Voyager 1.
Re-Elected Government
Somare remains Prime Minister after the 2007 national election
September 200735 historical events
Exile of Benazir Bhutto
Bhutto vows to return to Pakistan "very soon", regardless of whether or not she reached a power-sharing deal with Musharraf before then
Arrest of Sheikh Hasina Wajed
Detained former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina Wajed is charged in a new graft case as part of the emergency Governments corruption crackdown
Arrest of Khaleda Zia and her son
Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia and one of her sons are arrested on charges of corruption and misuse of power
Basra Palace Handover
British forces withdraw from Basra Palace to the airport base.
Invasion of Iraq
Petraeus tells the House Foreign Affairs and Armed Services committees that the US military needs more time to meet its goals in Iraq, he says troops in Iraq may be reduced from 20 brigades to 15, or from troops to 130,000, beginning in July 2008
Invasion of Iraq
Senator Carl Levin, Democrat from Michigan, says, "Year after year, the president and the administration have touted progress in Iraq and called for patience. It has been a litany of delusion"
Invasion of Iraq
Petraeus and Ryan Crocker face more intense and critical questioning from members of the Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services committees, they failed to answer definitely repeated questions about how long US troops would be in Iraq
Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services Committee
Petraeus and Ryan Crocker face more intense and critical questioning from members of the Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services committees, they failed to answer definitely repeated questions about how long US troops would be in Iraq
Al-Qaeda
Abdul Sattar Buzaigh al-Rishawi, a leader of Sunni tribes in Anbar Province that have joined forces with the US. to fight Sunni militants, such as al-Qaeda in Mesopotamia, dies in a bombing
Death of Abdul Sattar Buzaigh al- Rishawi
Abdul Sattar Buzaigh al-Rishawi, a leader of Sunni tribes in Anbar Province that have joined forces with the US. to fight Sunni militants, such as al-Qaeda in Mesopotamia, dies in a bombing
Blackwater
17 Iraqi civilians, including a couple and their infant, are killed when employees of private security company Blackwater USA reportedly fire on a car that fails to stop, Nuri al-Maliki threatens to evict Blackwater employees from Iraq
Blackwater
17 Iraqi civilians, including a couple and their infant, are killed when employees of private security company Blackwater USA reportedly fire on a car that fails to stop, Nuri al-Maliki threatens to evict Blackwater employees from Iraq
Invasion of Iraq
n a nationally televised address, President Bush outlines a plan for withdrawing troops from Iraq, he says by July 2008 troop levels would drop from the current high of 169,000 to 130,000
Northern Rock Liquidity Support
Mervyn King leads the Bank of England when it provides a collateralised liquidity support facility to Northern Rock during severe funding pressure.
Credit Crunch
Panicked Northern Rock savers rush to empty their accounts as shares in the bank plummet
Northern Rock
Panicked Northern Rock savers rush to empty their accounts as shares in the bank plummet
Northern Rock Deposit Guarantee
The Government guarantees existing Northern Rock retail deposits to stop the run.
Northern Rock Guarantee
Darling guarantees existing Northern Rock retail deposits to halt depositor withdrawals.
Credit Crunch
In an unprecedented move, the Chancellor says the Government will guarantee all savings of Northern Rock customers
Northern Rock
In an unprecedented move, the Chancellor says the Government will guarantee all savings of Northern Rock customers
Political Crisis
Benazir Bhutto accuses Musharraf's allies of obstructing democratic reform and power sharing.
Constitution of Pakistan
Benazir Bhutto accuses Pervez Musharrafs allies of pushing Pakistan into crisis by their refusal to permit democratic reforms and power-sharing
Exile of Benazir Bhutto
Bhutto accuses Musharrafs allies of pushing Pakistan into crisis by their refusal to permit democratic reforms and power-sharing
APC Presidency Begins
Begins APC presidency after Kabbah leaves office
President Sworn In
Sworn in as President after winning the 2007 election
Federal Funds Rate Cut as Crisis Deepens
The Federal Open Market Committee lowers the federal funds target by one-half percentage point to 4.75 percent, responding to tighter credit conditions and the risk that financial disruption could weaken economic growth.
Credit Crunch
The Federal Reserve lowers the federal funds target by half a percentage point as housing losses and financial-market strains threaten economic growth.
Credit Crunch
The Bank of England announces a ten-billion-pound money-market operation as the Government seeks to ease severe pressure in interbank lending.
Chelsea Departure
Leaves Chelsea by mutual consent after more than three successful seasons as manager.
Credit Crunch
Alistair Darling suggests the Government is planning a ล100,000 guarantee to cover all savers
Magic
Releases Magic with the E Street Band, combining bright rock arrangements with darker political themes.
Benjani Hat Trick Against Reading
Benjani scores a hat-trick as Portsmouth beats Reading 7โ4, one of the Premier League's highest-scoring matches.
Arrest of Ahmed Akbar Sobhan
Ahmed Akbar Sobhan, a property tycoon and one of Bangladeshs richest men, his wife and three sons are sentenced in absentia to five years each in jail as part of a Government anti-corruption drive
Legislation
Obama and Senator Feingold introduce a corporate jet provision to the Honest Leadership and Open Government Act, which is signed into law
Open Government Act
Obama and Senator Feingold introduce a corporate jet provision to the Honest Leadership and Open Government Act, which is signed into law
October 200747 historical events
International Day of Non-Violence
The United Nations General Assembly unanimously adopts a resolution declares October 2 to be the "International Day of Non-Violence"
Army Succession
Musharraf designates Ashfaq Parvez Kayani to succeed him as army chief.
National Reconciliation Ordinance
Musharraf issues an amnesty ordinance covering many pending political corruption cases.
National Reconciliation Ordinance
The ordinance facilitates Benazir Bhutto's return to Pakistan from exile.
Exile of Benazir Bhutto
Musharraf signs the National Reconciliation Ordinance, giving amnesty to Bhutto and other political leaders-except exiled former premier Nawaz Sharif-in all court cases against them, including all corruption charges
UN Military Adviser
The United Nations appoints Ahmad Shuja Pasha as Military Adviser in the Department of Peacekeeping Operations.
Presidential Election
Musharraf wins the presidential vote conducted by the outgoing assemblies.
Presidential Election
The electoral college re-elects Musharraf while courts consider his eligibility.
Basra Troop Reduction
Brown says British troop numbers in Basra will fall further by spring 2008.
Iraq Troop Reduction Review
Brown announces plans for a substantial reduction of British forces in southern Iraq.
Iraq Troop Reduction Statement
Brown announces a staged reduction in British troop numbers in Iraq.
Army Succession
Musharraf appoints Ashfaq Parvez Kayani Vice Chief of Army Staff before transferring command.
Credit Crunch
The Treasury extends its Northern Rock guarantee to new retail deposits, aiming to restore depositor confidence while the bank remains dependent on official support.
Death in Office
Soe Win dies while serving as Prime Minister
Prime Minister Takes Office
Thein Sein becomes Prime Minister under the SPDC
Invasion of USA
Ricardo Sanchez, the former commander of US forces in Iraq, criticizes the Bush administration for its "catastrophically flawed, unrealistically optimistic war plan"
Invasion of Iraq
Lt. Gen. Ricardo Sanchez, the former Commander of US forces in Iraq, criticizes the Bush administration for its "catastrophically flawed, unrealistically optimistic war plan"
Death of Deborah Kerr
Death of Deborah Kerr
Invasion of Iraq
Turkeys Parliament votes, 507 to 19, to allow the deployment of troops into northern Iraq to deal with attacks on Turkey by Kurdish rebels in Iraq
Election
After eight years in exile in Dubai and London, Bhutto returns to Karachi to prepare for the 2008 national elections
Exile of Benazir Bhutto
After eight years in exile in Dubai and London, Bhutto returns to Karachi to prepare for the 2008 national elections
Exile of Benazir Bhutto
Bhutto later claimed that she had warned the Pakistani Government that suicide bomb squads would target her upon her return to Pakistan and that the Government had failed to act.
Exile of Benazir Bhutto
En route to a rally in Karachi two explosions occur shortly after Bhutto had landed and left Jinnah International Airport, she was not injured but the explosions, later found to be a suicide-bomb attack, killed 136 people.
Exile of Benazir Bhutto
The dead include at least 50 of the security guards from her PPP who had formed a human chain around her truck to keep potential bombers away, as well as 6 police officers.
Suicide
En route to a rally in Karachi two explosions occur shortly after Bhutto had landed and left Jinnah International Airport, she was not injured but the explosions, later found to be a suicide-bomb attack, killed 136 people. Bhutto later claimed that she had warned the Pakistani Government that suicide bomb squads would target her upon her return to Pakistan and that the Government had failed to act
Treaty of Lisbon
At the European Council meeting on 18 and 19 October 2007 in Lisbon, a few last-minute concessions were made to ensure the signing of the Treaty
Death of Everette Howard Hunt
Death of Everette Howard Hunt
Legal Services Act
The Legal Services Act reforms regulation and creates the Legal Services Board.
UK Borders Act
The UK Borders Act changes immigration enforcement, biometric registration and border powers.
Visit to To the United Kingdom
during a state visit to the United Kingdom, Abdullah was greeted by protesters accusing him of being a "murderer" and a "torturer", concerns esed in the UK about the treatment of women and homosexuals by the Saudi kingdom
Long Road Out of Eden
Releases Long Road Out of Eden with Eagles, the band's first full studio album since 1979.
Credit Crunch
Merrill Lynchs Stan ONeal is ousted after the bank reveals an $8.4 billion quarterly loss
Merrill Lynch
Merrill Lynchs Stan ONeal is ousted after the bank reveals an $8.4 billion quarterly loss
Autumn Election Speculation
Brown decides against calling an early general election after weeks of speculation.
Exile of Benazir Bhutto
Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed states that officials agreed to grant Benazir Bhutto amnesty versus pending corruption charges
Scandal
Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed states that officials agreed to grant Benazir Bhutto amnesty versus pending corruption charges
Charter of Fundamental Rights
The Treaty of Lisbon makes the Union's bill of rights, the Charter of Fundamental Rights, legally binding
Reform Treaty
At the meeting of the European Council Portugal insists that the Treaty (the Reform Treaty) be signed in Lisbon
Reform Treaty
Prominent changes included the move from unanimity to qualified majority voting in at least 45 policy areas in the Council of Minister's, a change in calculating such a majority to a new double majority.
Reform Treaty
a more powerful European Parliament forming a bicameral legislature alongside the Council of Minister's under the ordinary legislative procedure, a consolidated legal personality for the EU and.
Reform Treaty
the creation of a long-term President of the European Council and a High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.
Reform Treaty
At the meeting of the European Council in October 2007, Portugal insisted that the Treaty (then called the 'Reform Treaty') be signed in Lisbon, the Portuguese capital. This request was granted, and the Treaty was thus to be called the Treaty of Lisbon, in line with the tradition of European Union treaties. The Portuguese presidency was appointed to the job of organising the programme for a signing ceremony
Treaty of Lisbon
At the meeting of the European Council Portugal insists that the Treaty (the Reform Treaty) be signed in Lisbon
Treaty of Lisbon
At the meeting of the European Council in October 2007, Portugal insisted that the Treaty (then called the 'Reform Treaty') be signed in Lisbon, the Portuguese capital. This request was granted, and the Treaty was thus to be called the Treaty of Lisbon, in line with the tradition of European Union treaties. The Portuguese presidency was appointed to the job of organising the programme for a signing ceremony
Treaty of Lisbon
The October European Council, led by Jose Socrates consists of legal experts from all member states scrutinising the final drafts of the Treaty
Treaty of Lisbon
The Treaty of Lisbon makes the Union's bill of rights, the Charter of Fundamental Rights, legally binding
Treaty of Lisbon
The stated aim of the treaty was to "complete the process started by the Treaty of Amsterdam 1997 and by the Treaty of Nice 2001 with a view to enhancing the efficiency and democratic legitimacy of the Union and to improving the coherence of it's action"
November 200719 historical events
State of Emergency
Emergency measures remove judges, restrict media and postpone constitutional proceedings.
State of Emergency
Musharraf declares emergency rule and suspends constitutional protections.
Comet Holmes Outburst
Hubble resolves fine structures in Comet 17P/Holmes after the comet suddenly brightens by nearly a millionfold.
Meeting with Pope Benedict XVI
Supports diplomatic preparation for the landmark Vatican meeting.
Meeting with Pope Benedict XVI
Becomes the first Saudi monarch to meet a pope.
Invasion of Iraq
Six American soldiers are killed in Iraq, bringing the total deaths in 2007 to 852, the highest annual total since the war began in 2003
Arrest of Benazir Bhutto
Bhutto is placed under house arrest just a few hours before she was due to lead and address a rally against the state of emergency
State of Emergency
Bhutto is placed under house arrest just a few hours before she was due to lead and address a rally against the state of emergency
House Arrest of Benazir Bhutto
Authorities briefly confine Benazir Bhutto before a planned protest rally.
Death of Norman Kingsley Mailer
Death of Norman Kingsley Mailer
Caretaker Prime Minister
Muhammad Mian Soomro heads the caretaker government before the 2008 election.
Credit Crunch
Freddie Mac announces largest quarterly loss to date as it unveils $4.8 billion bad debts and writedowns
Freddie Mac
Freddie Mac announces largest quarterly loss to date as it unveils $4.8 billion bad debts and writedowns
Death of Ian Smith
Former Rhodesian Prime Minister Ian Smith dies in South Africa.
Invasion of Iraq
A brigade of 5,000 U.S. troops starts to leave Diyala Province, the first significant pullback of troops. Once the withdrawal is complete, there will be 157,000 soldiers in Iraq, from a high of 162,000
Annapolis Peace Conference
Abbas represented the Palestinian side at the United States-sponsored Annapolis conference with Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert. The parties agreed to launch renewed bilateral negotiations and to pursue the obligations of the Road Map.
Army Command Resignation
Musharraf resigns as army chief before taking a civilian presidential oath.
Chief of Army Staff
Ashfaq Parvez Kayani succeeds Pervez Musharraf as Chief of Army Staff.
Visit to Pope Benedict XVI in the Apostolic Palace
King Abdullah visits Pope Benedict XVI in the Apostolic Palace, the first Saudi monarch to visit the Pope
December 200768 historical events
Ballon d'Or
Wins the Ballon d'Or after leading Milan in Europe.
World Player Recognition
Becomes the fourth Brazilian winner within an eleven-year period.
Commonwealth of Australia
Rudd is sworn in as Prime Minister by Governor of General Michael Jeffery, unlike Labor predecessors, Rudd does not swear allegiance to the Queen of Australia directly but promises to "well and truly serve the Commonwealth of Australia and her people"
Commonwealth
Rudd is sworn in as Prime Minister by Governor of General Michael Jeffery, unlike Labor predecessors, Rudd does not swear allegiance to the Queen of Australia directly but promises to "well and truly serve the Commonwealth of Australia and her people"
Kyoto Protocol
Australias new Government formed by the Australian Labor Party fully supports the protocol and Prime Minister Kevin Rudd signs the instrument of ratification immediately after assuming office
Prime Minister of Australia
Rudd is sworn in as Prime Minister by Governor of General Michael Jeffery, unlike Labor predecessors, Rudd does not swear allegiance to the Queen of Australia directly but promises to "well and truly serve the Commonwealth of Australia and her people"
Lifetime Achievement Award
Awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the BBCs Sports Personality of the Year show in recognition of "his contribution as both player and manager in a career spanning more than half a century"
Sports Writers Association
Awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the BBCs Sports Personality of the Year show in recognition of "his contribution as both player and manager in a career spanning more than half a century"
Election
Bhutto meets Nawaz Sharif to publicize their demand that Musharraf fulfill his promise to lift the state of emergency before Januarys Parliamentary elections, threatening to boycott the vote if he failed to comply
State of Emergency
Bhutto meets Nawaz Sharif to publicize their demand that Musharraf fulfill his promise to lift the state of emergency before Januarys Parliamentary elections, threatening to boycott the vote if he failed to comply
President of Argentina
Appointed President of Argentina, 1st term
Ahmet Ertegun Tribute
Reunites Led Zeppelin for the Ahmet Ertegun tribute concert at the O2 Arena.
Ahmet Ertegun Tribute
Performs with Page, Plant and Jason Bonham at the O2 reunion concert.
Ahmet Ertegun Tribute
Sings with the reunited Led Zeppelin at the O2 Arena.
Term Auction Facility Established
The Federal Reserve establishes the Term Auction Facility and coordinates foreign-exchange swap arrangements with other central banks to improve the distribution of term funding during severe money-market pressures.
Credit Crunch
The Federal Reserve announces the Term Auction Facility to provide banks with secured term funding and reduce persistent pressures in money markets.
Treaty of Lisbon Signature
Sarkozy signed the Treaty of Lisbon for France as the European Union sought institutional reform after the failed constitutional treaty.
Treaty of Lisbon
Signs the Treaty of Lisbon for Germany alongside Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier.
Treaty of Lisbon Signature
Signs the Treaty of Lisbon for Germany alongside Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Charter
The Treaty of Lisbon makes the Unions human rights charter, the Charter of Fundamental Rights, legally binding
Politics
The Treaty of Lisbon makes the Unions human rights charter, the Charter of Fundamental Rights, legally binding
Treaty of Lisbon
Amends the Treaty on European Union (TEU, Maastricht; 1992) and the Treaty establishing the European Community (TEC, Rome; 1957), renamed to Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU)
Treaty of Lisbon
Changes include more qualified majority voting in the Council of Minister's & increased involvement of the European Parliament in the legislative process through extended codecision with the Council of Minister's.
Treaty of Lisbon
Signed by the European Union (EU) member states, and enters into force on 1 December 2009. Plays a central role in the negotiation of the Treaty of Lisbon and the Berlin Declaration.
Treaty of Lisbon
The Treaty of Lisbon makes the Unions human rights charter, the Charter of Fundamental Rights, legally binding.
Treaty of Lisbon
The aim of the Treaty is "to complete the process started by the Treaty of Amsterdam 1997 and by the Treaty of Nice 2001 with a view to enhancing the efficiency and democratic legitimacy of the EU and to improving the coherence of its action".
Lisbon Treaty Signature
Brown signs the European Union reform treaty at Lisbon.
Treaty of Lisbon Signature
Brown signs the Treaty of Lisbon after becoming Prime Minister.
Treaty of Lisbon
Bakoyannis signs Lisbon alongside Karamanlis, representing Greek diplomacy at the treaty ceremony.
Treaty of Lisbon
Karamanlis adds Greece's signature to the Lisbon reform treaty on behalf of the government.
Treaty of Lisbon
Signs the Treaty of Lisbon for Ireland as Minister for Foreign Affairs.
Treaty of Lisbon
Signs the Treaty of Lisbon on behalf of Ireland.
Treaty of Lisbon
Signs the Treaty of Lisbon for Italy as President of the Council of Ministers.
Treaty of Lisbon
Representatives from the 27 EU member states were present, and signed the Treaty as plenipotentiaries, marking the end of Treaty negotiations.
Treaty of Lisbon
The signing of the Treaty of Lisbon took place in Lisbon, Portugal on 13 December 2007. The Government of Portugal, by virtue of holding Presidency of the Council of the European Union at the time, arranged a ceremony inside the 15th century Jerรณnimos Monastery, the same place Portugal's treaty of accession to the European Union (EU) was signed in 1985
Treaty of Lisbon
The signing of the Treaty of Lisbon, the Government of Portugal, by virtue of holding Presidency of the Council of the European Union at the time.
Treaty of Lisbon
arranges a ceremony inside the 15th century Jeronimos Monastery, the same place Portugals Treaty of accession to the European Union (EU) was signed in 1985.
Bombing of Dohuk Province
With the help of the US military, Turkish fighter jets bomb areas in Dohuk Province in northern Iraq, targeting the Kurdish militant group, the Kurdistan Workers Party
Invasion of Iraq
With the help of the US military, Turkish fighter jets bomb areas in Dohuk Province in northern Iraq, targeting the Kurdish militant group, the Kurdistan Workers Party
Credit Crunch
Morgan Stanley falls into the red with $9.4 billion writeoff but receives $5 billion from the China Investment Corporation
Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley falls into the red with $9.4 billion writeoff but receives $5 billion from the China Investment Corporation
Twenty Five Years in Government
Juncker marked twenty-five years since first entering Luxembourgโs government, reflecting an unusually lengthy ministerial career that had come to encompass national finance and European policy.
Invasion of Iraq
Gen. David Petraeus reports that car bombs and suicide attacks have dropped by 60% since June 2007
Suicide
Gen. David Petraeus reports that car bombs and suicide attacks have dropped by 60% since June 2007
Assassination of Benazir Bhutto
Benazir Bhutto is assassinated after an election rally in Rawalpindi.
Election Campaign Assassination
Bhutto's assassination disrupts campaigning for the scheduled parliamentary election.
National Mourning
Musharraf declares national mourning after Benazir Bhutto's assassination.
Assassination of Benazir Bhutto
Arab League Secretary General Amr Moussa states that, "We condemn this assassination and terrorist act, and pray for God Almighty to bless her soul".
Assassination of Benazir Bhutto
Bhutto is killed leaving a campaign rally for the PPP at Liaquat National Bagh, where she had given a spirited address to party supporters in the run-up to the January 2008 Parliamentary elections.
Assassination of Benazir Bhutto
The United Nations Security Council holds an emergency meeting and unanimously condemns the assassination.
Death of Benazir Bhutto
Bhutto is killed leaving a campaign rally for the PPP at Liaquat National Bagh, where she had given a spirited address to party supporters in the run-up to the January 2008 Parliamentary elections
Election
Bhutto is killed leaving a campaign rally for the PPP at Liaquat National Bagh, where she had given a spirited address to party supporters in the run-up to the January 2008 Parliamentary elections
UN Security Council
The United Nations Security Council holds an emergency meeting and unanimously condemns the assassination
Death of Benazir Bhutto
Death of Benazir Bhutto
Al-Qaeda
Al-Qaeda Commander Mustafa Abu al-Yazid claims responsibility for the attack, describing Bhutto as "the most precious American asset"
Assassination of Benazir Bhutto
Al-Qaeda Commander Mustafa Abu al-Yazid claims responsibility for the attack, describing Bhutto as "the most precious American asset"
Assassination of Benazir Bhutto
Nawaz Sharif, the leader of the rival opposition party Pakistan Muslim League, states that "This is a tragedy for her party, and a tragedy for our party and the entire nation"
Burial
Bhuttos body is flown to her hometown of Garhi Khuda Bakhsh in Larkana District, Sindh, and is buried next to her father in the family mausoleum at a ceremony attended by hundreds of thousands of mourners
Death of Benazir Bhutto
The Interior Ministry of Pakistan states that "Bhutto was killed when she tried to duck back into the vehicle, and the shock waves from the blast knocked her head into a lever attached to the sunroof, fracturing her skull"
Assassination of Benazir Bhutto
Nawaz Sharif, the leader of the rival opposition party Pakistan Muslim League, states that "This is a tragedy for her party, and a tragedy for our party and the entire nation"
Nobel Prize for Giant Magnetoresistance
Shares the Nobel Prize in Physics for discovery of giant magnetoresistance and spin-dependent electron transport.
Nobel Prize for Giant Magnetoresistance
Shares the Nobel Prize in Physics for discovery of giant magnetoresistance.
Party Leader
Nick Clegg is elected as leader of the Liberal Democrats, succeeding Menzies Campbell
Election
United Russia won 64.24% of the popular vote in their run for State Duma according to election preliminary results, United Russias victory isseen by many as an indication of strong popular support of the then Russian leadership and its policies
United Russia
United Russia won 64.24% of the popular vote in their run for State Duma according to election preliminary results, United Russias victory isseen by many as an indication of strong popular support of the then Russian leadership and its policies
Summit Meeting
Mugabe attends the EU-Africa summit, where he is criticised over his rights record, British Prime Minister Gordon Brown boycotts the meeting over Mugabes presence
EU-Africa Summit
Mugabe attends the summit despite criticism of Zimbabwe's human-rights record.
ZANU-PF Presidential Nomination
ZANU-PF endorses Mugabe as its candidate for the approaching election.
A Thousand Splendid Suns
Publication of "A Thousand Splendid Suns"
Exile of Mohammed Omar Mujahid
A captured Taliban spokesman, Muhammad Hanif, tells Afghan authorities that Omar was being protected by the Inter-Services Intelligence in Quetta, Pakistan
Transfer to Manchester United
Carlos Tevez leaves West Ham United to take up a new playing role with Manchester United. The Argentina striker joined United through a complicated loan arrangement after his year at West Ham.
Lavezzi Arrives in Naples
Ezequiel Lavezzi signed from San Lorenzo and quickly made his pace and close control important to Napoli's revitalised attack.
First Barcelona Hat-Trick in El Clasico
Messi scored three times against Real Madrid, including a late equaliser, to rescue a dramatic 3-3 draw for ten-man Barcelona.
Maradona-Style Cup Goal Against Getafe
Starting inside his own half, Messi dribbled past several Getafe players and finished a remarkable Copa del Rey goal that recalled Diego Maradona's 1986 solo effort.
Galletti Olympiacos Arrival
Luciano Galletti joins Olympiacos from Atletico Madrid and adds direct running on the flank. The Argentine winger becomes known for creating chances and scoring in important club matches.
Mascherano Joins Benรญtez Midfield
Mascherano arrives from West Ham and becomes a disciplined defensive midfielder in Liverpool's European and league campaigns.
The Golden Compass
Appears in the film The Golden Compass
Tour de France
2nd in the Tour de France
Manager
Appointed head coach of the South Africa national football team
Copa America
Robinho is awarded the Golden Boot in addition to being named the best player in the tournament
Amoroso Short Aris Spell
Marcio Amoroso joins Aris Thessaloniki late in his playing career after success in Germany and Italy. His brief spell brings international experience to the club's attack.
World Cup Golden Ball
Wins both leading individual awards at the Women's World Cup.
World Cup Golden Boot
Scores seven goals as Brazil reach the final.
Transfer to Manchester United
After a spell with Porto, Anderson Oliveira signs for Manchester United. The Brazilian midfielder arrived from Porto as part of United's investment in young talent.
Rivaldo Joins AEK Athens
Rivaldo transfers from Olympiacos to AEK Athens in 2007 after winning domestic honours in Piraeus. The experienced Brazilian supplies passing quality and an established goalscoring reputation.
Newcastle Experienced Midfielder Arrival
Geremi moves to Newcastle United after four seasons at Chelsea. His international pedigree provides experience in the club's midfield and defence.
The Sum of Our Days
Allende published The Sum of Our Days, a memoir reflecting on her family after the death of her daughter.
River Plate Loan Spell
Sรกnchez moved on loan to River Plate in Argentina, where he adapted to another demanding domestic league and developed his game alongside experienced professionals.
Under-20 World Cup Third Place
Sรกnchez represented Chile at the FIFA Under-20 World Cup, helping the national side finish third and gaining valuable experience against international youth opposition.
Golden Bear for Tuyas Marriage
The film Tuyas Marriage, directed by Quanan Wang, received the Golden Bear for best film at the 2007 Berlin International Film Festival.
Balaban Helps Brugge Win Belgian Cup
Boลกko Balaban contributes an experienced scoring option as Club Brugge claim the 2006โ07 Belgian Cup.
Eduardo Leads Croatian Euro Qualifying Scoring
Eduardo da Silva is a leading scorer for Croatia in its successful Euro 2008 qualifying campaign, combining quick reactions in the penalty area with intelligent attacking movement.
Petric Winner Eliminates England from Euro 2008
Mladen Petriฤ scores Croatia's winning goal from distance in a 3โ2 victory over England at Wembley, sealing Croatia's successful Euro 2008 qualification campaign.
Kranjฤar Creates for Pompey Attack
Kranjฤar provides a technical midfield link and set-piece threat as Portsmouth competes in the Premier League's upper half.
La Vie en Rose
Directs La Vie en Rose.
Barcelona Transfer
Joins Barcelona from Arsenal and later becomes part of the 2008-09 treble-winning attack.
Serie B Promotion Campaign
Manages Juventus to the 2006-07 Serie B title and promotion back to Serie A, stabilising the team during a difficult transition following relegation.
Ribery Signs for Bayern Munich
Franck Ribery moves from Marseille to Bayern Munich and becomes a central creative force in the clubโs attack.
Cannes Best Screenplay
Won the Cannes Film Festival best screenplay award for The Edge of Heaven.
European Film Award Screenwriter
Received the European Film Award for screenwriter for The Edge of Heaven.
The Edge of Heaven Film
Directed The Edge of Heaven, an interconnected drama set in Germany and Turkey.
The Edge of Heaven Screenplay
Wrote The Edge of Heaven, using intersecting lives to examine family and reconciliation.
Award
Awarded an honorary doctorate from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Berlin Declaration
Plays a central role in the negotiation of the Treaty of Lisbon and the Berlin Declaration
European Council
Appointed President of the European Council
G8
Chairs the G8
Mainz Relegation After Three Top-Flight Years
Klopp's Mainz are relegated from the Bundesliga, but he stays to attempt an immediate promotion back to the top division.
Atonement
Stars in Atonement
Osacr
Wins an Oscar for "There Will Be Blood" as Daniel Plainview
Pirates of the Caribbean: At Worlds End
Stars in Pirates of the Caribbean: At Worlds End. Stars in Atonement
Atonement
Playys Older Briony Tallis in Atonement
Michael Clayton
Plays corporate lawyer Karen Crowder in Michael Clayton, earning major supporting-actress awards.
OBE
Awarded an OBE
Emmy Award
Winner an Emmy for Prime Suspect: "The Final Act"
OBE
Awarded the OBE
Nobel Prize
Awarded the 2007 Nobel Prize in Literature
On Chesil Beach
Publication of "On Chesil Beach"
Officer of the Order of the British Empire
Receives an OBE for services to music.
Sex Pistols
Lydon, Jones and Cook re-record Pretty Vacant in a Los Angeles studio for the forthcoming video game "Skate"
Public-Service Investment Legacy
Brown's chancellorship concludes after sustained expansion of public-service expenditure.
Budget Policy
The 2007 Budget under James Gordon Brown sets out the Government's taxation, expenditure and borrowing plans.
Budget
James Gordon Brown presents the 2007 Budget to the House of Commons as Chancellor of the Exchequer.
Election Readiness Campaign
Places the Conservative Party on election alert during speculation that Gordon Brown might call an early general election.
Head of Chambers
Starmer serves as joint head of Doughty Street Chambers before entering public prosecution.
BAO Dark Energy Constraints
Percival uses baryon acoustic oscillation measurements from large galaxy surveys to constrain the expansion history and improve tests of dark-energy cosmology.
Health of "Bobby" Robert William Robson
Fifth diagnosis of cancer, consisting of cancerous nodules in both lungs, diagnosed as terminal in February 2007
Criterium du Dauphine Libere
Wins the prologue of the Criterium du Dauphine Libere
Tour de France
Wiggins team is withdrawn after Cristian Moreni fails a doping test. Races in the 2007 Tour de France for Cofidis and takes 1st in the Prologue in London
La Liga
Real Madrid win their first Spanish La Liga title in three years because of their superior head-to-head record against Barcelona, giving Beckham his first title since he joined Real Madrid
Sculpture
The Bobby Moore Sculpture is unveiled by Sir Bobby Charlton outside the entrance of the newly reconstructed Wembley Stadium as the "finishing touch" to the project
Player of the Year
FA Player of the Year
UEFA Women's Cup Final First-Leg Winner
Scores a late long-range goal as Arsenal win 1-0 away to Umea in the UEFA Women's Cup final first leg.
Everton Transfer After Blades Career
Jagielka signed for Everton following Sheffield Unitedโs relegation, taking his versatility and defensive experience into another Premier League side.
UEFA Women's Cup Winning Manager
Guides Arsenal Women to victory over Umea and makes them the first British winners of the UEFA Women's Cup.
Villa Wide Forward Signing From Watford
Ashley Young joined Aston Villa from Watford and developed into an important chance creator on the wing.
Tottenham Transfer After Charlton Spell
Bent leaves Charlton Athletic for Tottenham Hotspur following two prolific Premier League seasons with the Addicks.
Two Goals in 2007 Women's FA Cup Final
Scores twice as Arsenal defeat Charlton Athletic 4-1 and complete a historic quadruple-winning season.
Women's Premier League Top Scorer
Scores 28 league goals as Arsenal win every league match during their 2006-07 quadruple-winning campaign.
Championship Promotion Leading Scorer
Steve Howard leads Derby Countyโs league goalscoring in the 2006-07 Championship campaign and helps the team reach the promotion play-offs.
Champions League Semi-Final Goal Against Milan
Rooney scores twice against AC Milan in the Champions League semi-final first leg, including a late winner in a 3-2 home victory.
First Premier League Title With United
Rooney wins his first Premier League championship as Manchester United end Chelsea's two-season reign at the top of English football.
United Retain FA Community Shield
Rooney plays as Manchester United defeat Chelsea on penalties in the Community Shield, beginning another title-challenging season.
Premier League Crown Restored
Manchester United reclaim the Premier League title after three seasons without it, with Fergusonโs side building around a potent attack led by Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney.
Charlton Relegation Campaign
Pardew oversees Charlton Athletic during the latter half of a season ending in relegation from the Premier League.
Keane's Championship Title in Debut Season
Keane completes his first managerial season by winning the Championship and taking Sunderland back into the Premier League.
England Assist Against Estonia
Beckham supplied crosses that led to goals in England's European Championship qualifier against Estonia in Tallinn. The display demonstrated his continuing value as a specialist creator from wide midfield.
England Recall Under McClaren
Beckham returned to England duty after a period outside Steve McClaren's squad. His performances for Real Madrid helped earn a recall before crucial European Championship qualifiers.
First LA Galaxy Competitive Appearance
Beckham made his LA Galaxy debut during the SuperLiga competition after moving from Real Madrid. His arrival attracted unprecedented international attention to the American club.
First LA Galaxy Goal Against DC United
Beckham scored his first goal for LA Galaxy with a free kick against D.C. United in the SuperLiga semi-final. He also helped create another goal as Galaxy advanced to the final.
Return to Madrid Starting Lineup
Beckham regained an important role in Real Madrid's squad during the second half of the 2006โ07 season. His passing and set pieces aided the club's late push for the Spanish championship.
SuperLiga Final Appearance
Beckham featured in LA Galaxy's SuperLiga campaign during his first summer in American football. The team reached the final before losing to Pachuca following a penalty shootout.
Chelsea League Cup Final Victory Over Arsenal
Lampard plays in Chelsea's 2-1 League Cup final win against Arsenal, helping control the midfield as Didier Drogba scores both goals.
First New Wembley FA Cup Final
Lampard provides the decisive pass for Didier Drogba's extra-time winner against Manchester United in the first FA Cup final at the rebuilt Wembley.
Captain During Playoff Triumph
Matt Oakley captains Derby County during their successful 2007 Championship play-off campaign, providing experience in midfield.
Champions League Eight-Nil Victory Over Beลiktaล
Gerrard contributes to Liverpool's record 8-0 Champions League victory over Beลiktaล, maintaining the team's hopes of progressing from its group.
Champions League Final Against AC Milan
Gerrard leads Liverpool in the Champions League final against AC Milan, but the Italian side win 2-1 to avenge their Istanbul defeat.
Champions League Semi-Final Against Chelsea
Gerrard captains Liverpool as the team eliminate Chelsea on penalties to reach a second Champions League final in three seasons.
Liverpool Opening League Goal Against Aston Villa
Gerrard scores a late free kick against Aston Villa to secure a 2-1 away win in Liverpool's Premier League opener.
Nikopolidis Olympiacos Goalkeeping Leadership
Antonis Nikopolidis anchors the Olympiacos defence through a title-winning season after his earlier success with Panathinaikos. His experience and organisation help the side maintain consistency at the top of the Greek league.
Election
The Progressive Party leaves the coalition with Geir Haardes Independence Party, it is replaced by the Social Democratic Alliance, which gives Mr Haarde a much larger majority
The Gathering
Publication of "The Gathering"
On Ugliness
Eco edited On Ugliness, an illustrated exploration of shifting aesthetic judgments across history.
Venus Polar Vortex
Detailed Venus Express observations show that the south polar vortex changes shape while remaining a major feature of atmospheric circulation.
Water Vapor on HD 189733 b
Leads analysis providing strong evidence for water vapor in the atmosphere of HD 189733 b.
Oddo Departs Lazio for Milan
Massimo Oddo leaves Lazio for AC Milan after becoming an established Italian international full-back during his years in Rome.
Serie B Promotion Contribution
Provides additional attacking options in Juventus's successful 2006-07 Serie B season, helping the club secure an immediate return to Italy's top division.
Rocchi Leads Lazio Back into Champions League
Tommaso Rocchi's goals help Lazio finish third in Serie A and qualify for the Champions League group stage.
Parma Escapes Relegation
Ranieri takes over struggling Parma and guides the club to Serie A survival, restoring his reputation in Italy.
Quantum Spin Hall Experiment
Leads experiments observing edge conduction consistent with the quantum spin Hall effect in mercury-telluride wells.
Quantum Spin Hall Effect Observed
Leads experiments in mercury-telluride quantum wells that observe edge conduction associated with the quantum spin Hall state.
Transfer to Real Madrid
Joins Real Madrid from Ajax and wins the Spanish league in his first season.
Ajax Attacker Arrives at Anfield
Ryan Babel transferred from Ajax to Liverpool in 2007, adding pace and versatility to Rafael Benรญtez's frontline.
Scott Base
Travels to Antarctica to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the founding of Scott Base
Yakubu Joins Everton
Yakubu Aiyegbeni moves from Middlesbrough to Everton and adds a proven Premier League goalscorer to David Moyesโs squad.
Experienced Norwegian Centre Forward Joins
John Carew moved to Aston Villa from Lyon, providing a strong aerial option and a focal point for attacks.
Election
Bhutto declares her intention to return to Pakistan within 2007, which she did, in spite of Musharrafs statements of May 2007 about not allowing her to return ahead of the countrys general election, due late 2007 or early 2008
Exile of Benazir Bhutto
Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed states that officials agreed to grant Benazir Bhutto amnesty versus pending corruption charges. Bhutto declares her intention to return to Pakistan within 2007, which she did, in spite of Musharrafs statements of May 2007 about not allowing her to return ahead of the countrys general election, due late 2007 or early 2008
Coup
Hamas violently overthrows Fatah forces in the Gaza Strip and Hamas members are dismissed from the PNA Government in response, Hamas has de facto control of the area
Emergency Government
Abbas dismisses the Hamas led government and appoints an emergency administration in the West Bank
Hamas
President Mahmoud Abbas (Fatah) issues a decree outlawing the Hamas militia and executive force after Hamas militarily takes control of the Gaza Strip. Hamas violently overthrows Fatah forces in the Gaza Strip and Hamas members are dismissed from the PNA Government in response, Hamas has de facto control of the area
Rule of Gaza
Hamas violently overthrows Fatah forces in the Gaza Strip and Hamas members are dismissed from the PNA Government in response, Hamas has de facto control of the area
Mahmoud Abbas
Abbas appoints Salam Fayyad as Prime Minister after the split between Gaza and the West Bank
Santa Cruz Transfers From Bayern
Santa Cruz leaves Bayern Munich for Blackburn Rovers, bringing aerial strength and Bundesliga experience to Mark Hughes's attack.
Real Madrid Transfer
Jerzy Dudek joins Real Madrid after six years at Liverpool, taking on the role of experienced goalkeeper behind the clubโs regular starter.
Tottenham Portuguese Defender Signing
Joins Tottenham Hotspur from Benfica and provides depth in central defence during the club's Premier League and cup fixtures.
Championship Season With United's New Attack
Ronaldo played a central role in Manchester United reclaiming the Premier League title, combining wing play with a sharply increased goalscoring contribution.
FA Cup Semi-Final Winning Goal Against Watford
Ronaldo opened the scoring against Watford as Manchester United won their FA Cup semi-final 4-1 to reach Wembley.
PFA Players Player of the Year Recognition
Ronaldo received the PFA Players' Player of the Year award after an outstanding Manchester United season featuring pace, goals and increasingly assured decision-making.
Manchester United Young Winger Debut Season
Adds flair and crossing to Manchester United's attack after arriving from Sporting CP and wins the league title during his debut season.
Transfer to Manchester United
Manchester United recruits Nani Almeida, formerly of Sporting CP. The Portuguese winger followed the Sporting-to-United path taken earlier by Cristiano Ronaldo.
Klemens
Publication of "Klemens"
At the Munich Conference
At the Munich Conference on Security Policy, criticises the USAs dominance in global relations, and points out that the USA displayed an "almost uncontained hyper use of force in international relations". At the Munich Conference on Security Policy, criticizes what he calls the United States monopolistic dominance in global relations, and pointed out that the US displayed an "almost uncontained hyper use of force in international relations"
Diplomatic Proposal at Moscow
Proposes certain initiatives such as establishing international centres for the enrichment of uranium and prevention of deploying weapons in outer space
Disssenters Marches
"Dissenters Marches" are organized by the opposition group The Other Russia, led by former chess champion Garry Kasparov and national-Bolshevist leader Eduard Limonov
Other Russia
"Dissenters Marches" are organized by the opposition group The Other Russia, led by former chess champion Garry Kasparov and national-Bolshevist leader Eduard Limonov
Two Goals Against England in Moscow
Pavlyuchenko comes off the bench and scores twice as Russia defeats England 2-1 in a crucial Euro 2008 qualifying fixture.
Newcastle United Defensive Signing
Habib Beye moves from Marseille to Newcastle United to play in the Premier League. The experienced Senegal international becomes a regular option at right-back.
Fulham Attacking Reinforcement
Diomansy Kamara joins Fulham after impressing at West Bromwich Albion. His pace gives the London club a direct option in Premier League matches.
Siege of Sarajevo
Dragomir Milosevic, who replaced Stanislav Galic as commander of the Sarajevo-Romanija Corps, is found guilty of the shelling and sniper terror campaign against Sarajevo and its citizens from August 1994 to late 1995 including the 2nd Markale massacre
Trial
Dragomir Milosevic, who replaced Stanislav Galic as commander of the Sarajevo-Romanija Corps, is found guilty of the shelling and sniper terror campaign against Sarajevo and its citizens from August 1994 to late 1995 including the 2nd Markale massacre
Hamลกรญk Starts His Napoli Career
Marek Hamลกรญk joined Napoli from Brescia and began a long spell distinguished by forward runs and goals from midfield.
McCarthy Scores Eighteen League Goals
McCarthy finishes the 2006โ07 Premier League season with eighteen goals, placing him among the division's leading scorers.
Tour de France
Winner of the Tour de France, 1st time
Vuelta a Castilla y Leon
Winner of the Vuelta a Castilla y Leon
Deportivo to Liverpool Versatile Defender Arrival
รlvaro Arbeloa joined Liverpool from Deportivo La Coruรฑa in January 2007 and supplied Rafael Benรญtez with dependable defensive cover on either flank.
Torres Arrives at Liverpool
Torres signs from Atlรฉtico Madrid and gives Benรญtez an explosive centre-forward capable of scoring regularly in the Premier League.
Transfer to Liverpool
Fernando Torres moves to Liverpool after playing for Atletico Madrid. Liverpool paid a club-record fee to bring the Spanish striker to the Premier League.
Negredo Goals in Almerรญa Promotion
Negredo scores regularly for Almerรญa during the campaign that brings the club its first promotion to Spain's top division under Emery.
Almerรญa Secures First La Liga Promotion
Emery's Almerรญa earn promotion to La Liga for the first time in club history after a successful campaign in the Segunda Divisiรณn.
Venus Atmospheric Dynamics
Venus Express observations show a highly variable atmosphere with rapidly changing cloud structures and upper-atmospheric behaviour.
Discovery of Gliese 581 c
Contributes to the discovery of super-Earth Gliese 581 c.
Discovery of Gliese 581 c
Leads the team reporting super-Earth Gliese 581 c around a nearby red dwarf.
Jones Arrives to Lead Sunderland Attack
Jones joins Sunderland from Southampton, adding a powerful aerial presence and holding play to the Premier League forward line.
Democratic Party
After the DP only got about 6% of the votes in the 2007 election, Agar resigns as party leader
Election
After the DP only got about 6% of the votes in the 2007 election, Agar resigns as party leader
Run Fatboy Run
Directs, "Run Fatboy Run"
Charlie Wilson's War
Directs The Charlie Wilson's War
No Country for Old Men. Stars in In the Valley of Elah
Stars in No Country for Old Men. Stars in In the Valley of Elah
Cassandras Dream
Wtites, "Cassandras Dream"
Darjeeling Limited Screenplay
Co-wrote The Darjeeling Limited with Roman Coppola and Jason Schwartzman.
Darjeeling Venice Competition
Presented The Darjeeling Limited in competition at the Venice Film Festival.
Hotel Chevalier Short Film
Wes Anderson directed Hotel Chevalier, a short film serving as a companion to The Darjeeling Limited.
The Darjeeling Limited Feature
Wes Anderson directed The Darjeeling Limited, following three brothers traveling across India.
Legion of Honour
Receives Frances Legion of Honour for his contribution to cinema.
Grace Is Gone
Composes the music for Grace Is Gone, a film written and directed by James C Strouse.
Grace Is Gone Score
Receives Golden Globe nominations for the Grace Is Gone score and song.
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao
Publication of "The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao"
Death of Everette Howard Hunt
After the death of Hunt in 2007, Saint John Hunt and David Hunt stated that their father had recorded several claims about himself and others being involved in a conspiracy to assassinate John F. Kennedy
Three Tramps
After the death of Hunt in 2007, Saint John Hunt and David Hunt stated that their father had recorded several claims about himself and others being involved in a conspiracy to assassinate John F. Kennedy
Hunt Family Allegation Naming Sturgis
After E. Howard Hunt's death, members of Hunt's family publicized allegations naming Sturgis among figures supposedly connected to a Kennedy assassination conspiracy.
Later Allegation Remains Unproven
The later Hunt-family allegations involving Sturgis were claims rather than official findings and did not establish his participation in President Kennedy's assassination.
American Spy Memoir Published
Hunt's memoir American Spy was published, recounting his CIA service, anti-Castro work, White House operations, Watergate, and later reflections.
Election
Throughout the campaign, Obama emphasizes the issues of rapidly ending the Iraq War, increasing energy independence, and providing universal health care. Obamas campaign raise $58 million during the first half of 2007, of which donations of less than $200, classified as "small donations" by campaign laws, accounted for $16.4 million. Obama introduces the Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act, a bill to criminalize deceptive practices in federal elections
Iraq War De-Escalation Act
Obama introduces the Iraq War De-Escalation Act
Legislation
Obama and Senator Feingold introduce a corporate jet provision to the Honest Leadership and Open Government Act, which is signed into law. Obama introduces the Iraq War De-Escalation Act. Obama introduces the Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act, a bill to criminalize deceptive practices in federal elections
Voter Intimidation Prevention Act
Obama introduces the Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act, a bill to criminalize deceptive practices in federal elections
American Spy Memoir Published
Hunt's memoir American Spy was published, recounting his CIA service, anti-Castro work, White House operations, Watergate, and later reflections.
First Exoplanet Temperature Map
Leads Spitzer observations producing the first temperature map of an exoplanet atmosphere.
APOLLO Lunar Ranging
Reports first detections from the APOLLO lunar laser-ranging project.
Jupiter Magnetotail Traverse
New Horizons follows Jupiter's magnetotail for roughly one hundred million miles after the flyby.
STEREO Heliospheric Imaging of Solar Wind
Uses STEREO heliospheric imaging to follow density structures and solar eruptions through interplanetary space, revealing the solar wind in a global imaging context.
Athletes for Hope
Helps found Athletes for Hope, a charitable organisation, which helps professional athletes get involved in charitable causes and inspires millions of non-athletes to volunteer and support the community
Gargano Joins Newly Promoted Napoli
Walter Gargano moved from Danubio to Napoli and introduced energetic ball winning into the midfield following promotion to Serie A.
Literary Legacy in Cologne
Bรถll's books remained important subjects for exhibitions and literary discussions in Cologne.
Calder Hall Cooling Towers Demolished
Four cooling towers at Calder Hall are demolished during the long programme of site decommissioning.