Trade and Cooperation Agreement Applies
The UK EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement begins provisional application.
Historical events in 2021
370 historical records
January 202117 historical events
League Cup Final Qualification
Tottenham defeat Brentford to reach the League Cup final.
January 6 Rally Speech
Addresses supporters before the Capitol is stormed.
Second Presidential Term Begins
Akufo-Addo takes the presidential oath for a second term after the December 2020 election.
Social Media Suspensions
Faces suspension from major social media platforms.
Juno Mission Extension
NASA extends Juno through 2025 and adds close exploration of Jupiter's rings and Galilean moons.
General Secretary
Becomes general secretary of the Workers Party.
Five Year Plan
Announces a new five-year economic plan.
Second Impeachment Article Passed
House passes article of impeachment for incitement of insurrection.
General Election Decree
Abbas issued a decree scheduling legislative, presidential and Palestinian National Council elections in three stages during 2021. The order was presented as a plan to renew representative institutions after many years without national elections.
Federal Mask Order
Signs a federal mask requirement for federal property.
Paris Agreement Rejoining
Orders the United States to rejoin the Paris Agreement.
President of USA
Is inaugurated as the 46th President of the United States.
Final Day in Office
Leaves office as Joe Biden is inaugurated.
Vaccine Distribution Plan
Launches a national COVID-19 strategy.
Nuclear Ban Treaty Enters Force
The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons enters into force.
Jordan Restriction-Testing Declaration
The Government imposes a restriction-testing declaration in part of Jordan, requiring residents in the designated area to remain inside and undergo compulsory testing.
February 202116 historical events
Deposed in Coup
Win Myint is detained as the military seizes power
Acting President Installed
Myint Swe is installed as acting president after the coup
Emergency Powers Transferred
Myint Swe transfers executive power to Min Aung Hlaing
New START Extended Five Years
The United States and Russia agree to extend New START for five years through February 2026.
Selection as Presidential Council President
The Libyan Political Dialogue Forum selects al-Menfi to lead the new Presidential Council.
Selection as Prime Minister-Designate
The Libyan Political Dialogue Forum selects Dbeibah to form a unified interim government.
Cairo Factional Election Talks
Fatah joined Hamas and other Palestinian factions in Egyptian-brokered talks on arrangements for the planned elections. The discussions addressed electoral security, dispute resolution and other practical issues needed for a nationwide vote.
Second Impeachment Trial
Faces second impeachment trial in the Senate.
Club World Cup Completes Six-Trophy Run
Hansi Flick leads Bayern to a 1-0 victory over Tigres UANL in the Club World Cup final, completing a run of six major trophies.
Deputy Chairman Appointed
Serdar Berdymukhamedov is appointed Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers
Second Impeachment Acquittal
Is acquitted in his second impeachment trial.
Appointment as Prime Minister
Tshisekedi appoints Sama Lukonde to form a new parliamentary government.
Vaccination Programme Arrangements Announced
The Government announces detailed arrangements for priority groups to begin receiving COVID-19 vaccinations through community centres, clinics and participating doctors.
Medvedchuk Sanctions
Enacts National Security and Defense Council sanctions targeting Viktor Medvedchuk and associated interests.
Iran Temporary Technical Understanding
Reaches a temporary technical understanding with Iran allowing necessary verification and monitoring activities to continue.
COVID-19 Vaccination Programme Launched
Hong Kong formally launches its public COVID-19 vaccination programme, initially offering doses to priority groups through designated centres and clinics.
March 202115 historical events
COVID-19 Vaccination
Receives a COVID-19 vaccination while visiting Ukrainian forces in the Donbas region.
National Assembly Confidence Vote
Imran Khan wins a confidence vote in the National Assembly.
Parliamentary Confidence for Unity Government
The House of Representatives grants confidence to Dbeibah's Government of National Unity.
NPC Electoral Reform Decision Welcomed
Lam welcomes the National People's Congress decision to change Hong Kong's electoral system and implement the principle of patriots administering Hong Kong.
American Rescue Plan
The Act funds household payments, unemployment benefits, vaccination and state and local governments.
American Rescue Plan
Signs the American Rescue Plan Act.
Gooch Scores EFL Trophy Final Winner
Gooch nets the only goal against Tranmere Rovers as Sunderland win the EFL Trophy at Wembley, ending a long trophy drought.
Johnson Wins EFL Trophy at Wembley
Johnson leads Sunderland to a 1–0 EFL Trophy final victory over Tranmere Rovers, lifting silverware during a difficult lower-league period.
Government of National Unity Sworn In
Dbeibah and his cabinet take the oath before the House of Representatives.
Chief of Air Staff
Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu becomes Chief of Air Staff of the Pakistan Air Force.
M87 Polarized Black Hole Image
Coordinates EHT polarimetry work revealing magnetic-field structure close to the event horizon of M87*.
M87 Polarization Analysis
Contributes calibration and polarization analysis for the Event Horizon Telescope view of magnetic fields near M87*.
Bus Franchising Decision
Burnham decides to place Greater Manchester buses under a franchised system of local control.
Military Security Strategy
Approves Ukraine's Military Security Strategy focused on comprehensive defense and closer NATO cooperation.
Basic Law Electoral Annexes Amended
Lam welcomes amendments to Annexes I and II of the Basic Law that substantially restructure the Chief Executive and Legislative Council election systems.
April 202111 historical events
Heger Government
Becomes prime minister after Matovic resigns.
First Biden Presidential Call
Holds his first presidential phone conversation with Joe Biden and discusses security and democratic reform.
Electoral Reform Bill Gazetted
The Government gazettes legislation to implement the revised electoral arrangements mandated by the National People's Congress and its Standing Committee.
Afghanistan Withdrawal Decision
Announces U.S. troops will leave Afghanistan.
Sixty Percent Uranium Enrichment
The IAEA verifies that Iran has begun producing uranium enriched up to 60 percent U-235 at the Natanz pilot enrichment plant.
FA Cup Semi Final Winning Goal
Iheanacho scores the only goal against Southampton at Wembley to send Leicester City into the 2021 FA Cup final for the first time in more than five decades.
Tottenham Hotspur Departure
Is dismissed by Tottenham six days before the club's League Cup final.
New Direction in Pandemic Strategy
Lam announces a revised pandemic strategy linking gradual reopening and restoration of normal activity with vaccination progress and continued infection controls.
Parker Crosses Alfven Critical Surface
Leads analysis showing that Parker Solar Probe crosses the Alfvén critical surface and directly samples solar-wind plasma while inside the Sun's outer atmosphere.
Growing Exoplanet PDS 70b
Zhou leads Hubble ultraviolet observations of the young planet PDS 70b actively accreting material from its surrounding disk.
Election Postponement
Abbas postpones planned Palestinian elections citing disputes over voting in East Jerusalem
May 202147 historical events
Assembly Majority Begins
Bukele's party gains legislative majority and strengthens presidential control
Roma Appointment
Roma announce Mourinho as head coach for the following season.
Second Mayoral Election Victory
Burnham wins a second term as Mayor of Greater Manchester.
Hartlepool By-Election Response
Starmer accepts responsibility for Labour's defeat and promises further party reform.
Shadow Cabinet Reshuffle
Starmer reorganises Labour's front bench following the local election results.
Dortmund Cup Triumph as Interim Coach
Leads Borussia Dortmund to a 4-1 win against RB Leipzig in the DFB-Pokal final during his spell as interim head coach.
German Cup Final Brace
Scores twice in Borussia Dortmund’s 4-1 DFB-Pokal final victory over RB Leipzig, helping the club collect another German Cup.
German Cup Final Victory
Haaland scored twice as Borussia Dortmund defeated RB Leipzig 4-1 in the DFB-Pokal final and lifted the German Cup.
FA Cup Winner
Timothy Castagne contributed defensive cover and width in Leicester's Wembley success as Leicester City defeated Chelsea 1-0 in the 2021 FA Cup final at Wembley.
2021 FA Cup Final Winning Goal
Scores from long range as Leicester City win their first FA Cup.
FA Cup Winner
Youri Tielemans scored the spectacular long-range strike that won Leicester's first FA Cup as Leicester City defeated Chelsea 1-0 in the 2021 FA Cup final at Wembley.
FA Cup Winner
Kasper Schmeichel made crucial late saves to preserve Leicester's historic first FA Cup victory as Leicester City defeated Chelsea 1-0 in the 2021 FA Cup final at Wembley.
FA Cup Winner
Wesley Fofana showed composure in a three-man defence facing Chelsea's repeated attacks as Leicester City defeated Chelsea 1-0 in the 2021 FA Cup final at Wembley.
FA Cup Winner
Jonny Evans started as Leicester's experienced defensive organiser before an injury forced his departure as Leicester City defeated Chelsea 1-0 in the 2021 FA Cup final at Wembley.
First FA Cup Final Appearance
Thomas starts at left wing-back as Leicester City defeats Chelsea 1-0 to win the FA Cup for the first time in the club's history.
FA Cup Winner
Jamie Vardy led Leicester's attack and pressed Chelsea's defenders at Wembley as Leicester City defeated Chelsea 1-0 in the 2021 FA Cup final at Wembley.
FA Cup Winner
Marc Albrighton provided tireless running and service along Leicester's right flank as Leicester City defeated Chelsea 1-0 in the 2021 FA Cup final at Wembley.
FA Cup Winner
Wilfred Ndidi shielded the back line through diligent tackling and ball recovery as Leicester City defeated Chelsea 1-0 in the 2021 FA Cup final at Wembley.
FA Cup Winner
Ayoze Perez supported Leicester's pressing and combined with teammates in advanced areas as Leicester City defeated Chelsea 1-0 in the 2021 FA Cup final at Wembley.
FA Cup Winner
Caglar Soyuncu helped Leicester protect their lead through a tense final period as Leicester City defeated Chelsea 1-0 in the 2021 FA Cup final at Wembley.
DESI Main Survey Starts
Levi directs DESI as its five-year main survey begins mapping millions of galaxies and quasars to track the effect of dark energy across cosmic history.
Public Offices Oath Ordinance Signed
Lam signs legislation extending and clarifying oath-taking and allegiance requirements for public officers, including District Council members.
Bundesliga Forty One Goal Record
Robert Lewandowski scores his forty-first Bundesliga goal of the season against Augsburg, surpassing Gerd Muller’s long-standing single-season scoring record.
Forty-One Goal Bundesliga Record
Robert Lewandowski scores his 41st league goal of the season against Augsburg, breaking Gerd Muller’s long-standing Bundesliga scoring record.
FA Youth Cup Victory
Villa's under-18 team defeats Liverpool 2-1 to win the FA Youth Cup.
Detention of Transitional Leaders
Forces loyal to Goita detain President N'Daw and Prime Minister Ouane.
Eurpopa League Winner
Helped contain United's attacking players from his right-back position.
Eurpopa League Winner
Scored his shootout penalty and then saved David de Gea's attempt to win the final.
Rulli Scores and Saves in Historic Shootout
Rulli converts his own penalty and then saves David de Gea's attempt, finishing Villarreal's 11–10 shootout victory under Emery.
Eurpopa League Winner
Won player-of-the-match recognition for his energetic midfield display.
Eurpopa League Winner
Helped hold Manchester United to one goal over 120 minutes before converting in the shootout.
Torres Converts Final Shootout Penalty
Pau Torres converts a penalty in Villarreal's lengthy shootout against Manchester United as Emery secures the club's first major trophy.
Eurpopa League Winner
Captained Villarreal and organised the team's resistance against United's forwards.
First Villarreal Major Trophy
Wins the first major trophy in Villarreal's history.
Villarreal Europa League Victory
Leads Villarreal past Manchester United in a penalty shootout.
Eurpopa League Winner
Opened the scoring for Villarreal with a close-range finish from a free kick.
Moreno Scores in Europa Final
Gerard Moreno turns in a set-piece delivery to put Villarreal ahead against Manchester United in the Europa League final.
Eurpopa League Winner
Coached Villarreal to its first major European title after an extraordinary shootout.
Eurpopa League Winner
Provided the free-kick delivery from which Moreno scored Villarreal's goal.
Electoral Reform Bill Passed
Lam welcomes Legislative Council passage of legislation implementing the restructured electoral system and new candidate eligibility arrangements.
Kante Champions League Final Player of the Match
Dominates midfield and receives the official player-of-the-match award.
Havertz Champions League Final Winning Goal
Rounds Ederson and scores the only goal as Chelsea defeat Manchester City.
Chelsea Champions League Victory
Guides Chelsea to the European title four months after becoming head coach.
Electoral Reform Ordinance Signed
Lam signs the electoral reform ordinance, completing the local legislative process required to implement the redesigned election framework.
Golden Boot La Liga
Scores 30 goals for Barcelona to claim the La Liga scoring honour. The achievement reflects securing his final La Liga top-scorer prize with Barcelona.
Golden Boot Premier League
Claims the Premier League top-scorer award with 23 goals while representing Tottenham Hotspur. The season is distinguished by combining the Golden Boot with the league’s Playmaker prize.
Champions League Top Scorer with Dortmund
Haaland ended the 2020-21 UEFA Champions League as its leading scorer with ten goals, despite Dortmund being eliminated in the quarter-finals.
June 202130 historical events
Birmingham Clean Air Zone
Birmingham begins charging the most polluting vehicles entering its city-centre Clean Air Zone.
DAVINCI Mission Selection
NASA selects DAVINCI to investigate Venus's atmosphere and composition using a descent probe and remote observations.
VERITAS Mission Selection
NASA selects VERITAS to map Venus at high resolution and investigate the planet's geology, tectonics and interior.
Appointment as Transitional Prime Minister
Goita appoints Maiga to lead the reconstituted transitional government.
Swearing-In as Transitional President
Goita is sworn in as transitional president after removing the civilian transition leaders.
Ganymede Flyby
Juno makes a close flyby of Ganymede.
Juno Ganymede Flyby
Juno makes the closest spacecraft pass of Ganymede since Galileo and changes its orbital period.
Celtic Manager Appointment
Is appointed Celtic manager and reshapes the squad and playing style.
EnVision Mission Selection
ESA selects EnVision as a future Venus orbiter designed to study the planet from its interior to its upper atmosphere.
European Championship Goal Against Russia
Scores after coming on as a substitute in Belgium's 3-0 European Championship victory over Russia.
Euro Goal Against Scotland
Scores twice against Scotland, including a long-range goal from near the halfway line.
Euro Clean Sheet Against Scotland
Keeps a clean sheet as the Czech Republic defeat Scotland 2-0 at Hampden.
First NATO Summit
Attends his first NATO summit as president.
Geneva Putin Summit
Meets Vladimir Putin at a Geneva summit.
European Championship Winning Goal Against Denmark
Scores Belgium's winning goal in the 2-1 European Championship comeback victory over Denmark.
Juneteenth Federal Holiday
Signs legislation making Juneteenth a federal holiday.
Euro Goal Against Scotland
Scores Croatia's third goal in the 3-1 victory over Scotland.
Euro Goal Against Scotland
Scores with the outside of his right foot as Croatia defeat Scotland 3-1.
Euro Opening Goal Against Scotland
Scores the opening goal for Croatia against Scotland at Hampden.
Euro Goal Against Croatia
Scores Scotland's equaliser against Croatia in their final group match.
Alan Turing Polymer Fifty-Pound Note Issued
Andrew Bailey serves as Governor when the Bank of England issues the polymer fifty-pound note featuring mathematician and codebreaker Alan Turing.
European Championship Goal Against Portugal
Scores the only goal as Belgium eliminate defending champions Portugal from the European Championship.
Electron-Capture Supernova Evidence
Hiramatsu leads research using Hubble and other observations to identify strong evidence for an electron-capture supernova.
Two Goals in France Knockout Comeback
Haris Seferović scores twice against France at Euro 2020, helping Switzerland recover from a two-goal deficit and force extra time in a 3-3 draw.
Late Equaliser Forces France Shootout
Mario Gavranović scores a late equaliser against France to make the score 3-3, allowing Switzerland to reach penalties and eventually eliminate the reigning world champions.
Decisive Save Eliminates France
Yann Sommer saves Kylian Mbappé’s penalty in the shootout as Switzerland defeats France and reaches the European Championship quarter-finals.
Euro Equaliser Against Ukraine
Scores Sweden's equaliser in the Euro round-of-16 match against Ukraine.
Euro Goal Against Sweden
Scores Ukraine's opening goal in the Euro round-of-16 match against Sweden.
Euro Extra-Time Winning Goal
Scores the extra-time winner as Ukraine defeat Sweden 2-1 at Hampden.
Everton Appoints Former Liverpool Boss
Everton name Benítez as manager in a controversial cross-city appointment because of his previous spell with Liverpool.
July 202111 historical events
I'm Your Man
Directs I'm Your Man.
Copa America Semi-Final Penalty Saves
Saves three penalties against Colombia as Argentina win the Copa America semi-final shootout.
Copa America Final Winning Goal
Scores the only goal as Argentina defeat Brazil at the Maracana and win the Copa America.
2021 Copa America Joint Top Scorer
Finishes the Copa America with four goals, sharing the tournament scoring lead as Argentina become champions.
Celtic Transfer
Joins Celtic from Vissel Kobe and quickly becomes a leading goalscorer.
World Heritage Status
Liverpool loses its UNESCO World Heritage status after waterfront development disputes.
Command Paper on Protocol
Publishes proposals to change the Northern Ireland Protocol.
Venus Thermal Tides
Akatsuki infrared cloud tracking separates day and night circulation patterns and clarifies the role of thermal tides in Venus's atmosphere.
Death
Dies in Austin after a career that reshaped particle physics, quantum field theory and modern cosmology.
Exceptional Measures
Kais Saied suspended parliament, dismissed the head of government, and assumed emergency executive authority.
Indigenous Peoples Legislation
Signs legislation defining the rights of indigenous peoples of Ukraine.
August 20219 historical events
Prime Minister Takes Office
Min Aung Hlaing becomes Prime Minister of the caretaker government
Prime Minister Takes Office
Natalia Gavrilita becomes Prime Minister after PAS wins parliamentary power
BepiColombo Venus Flyby
BepiColombo makes a second Venus flyby to reduce its solar orbital energy before the first Mercury encounter.
Richarlison Opens Everton Southampton Comeback
Richarlison equalises against Southampton as Everton win Benítez's first Premier League game in charge by 3–1.
Fall of Kabul Response
Defends withdrawal as the Taliban retakes Kabul.
Roma Competitive Debut
Begins competitive management of Roma with a Conference League qualifying victory over Trabzonspor.
Crimea Platform Inaugural Summit
Opens the inaugural Crimea Platform summit with delegations from dozens of countries.
Thirtieth Independence Anniversary
Leads national events marking thirty years since Ukraine declared independence.
Afghanistan Withdrawal Completed
U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan is completed.
September 202125 historical events
Biden White House Meeting
Meets Joe Biden at the White House and discusses security, reform and Russian aggression.
Real Madrid Presentation
Is presented as a Real Madrid player after joining from Rennes.
One Hundred Arsenal Goals
Scores her 100th Arsenal goal during a Women's Champions League victory over Slavia Prague.
Vaccine Mandate Plan
Announces vaccine requirements for federal workers.
District Council Oath-Taking Begins
The Government begins administering statutory oaths to District Council members under the new legal requirements for public officers.
Iran Surveillance Equipment Servicing
Agrees arrangements allowing IAEA inspectors to service specified monitoring equipment and replace storage media in Iran.
100 Premier League Goals
Scores against Leeds United to become the fifth-fastest player in Premier League history to reach 100 career goals in the competition.
One Thousandth Match as Manager
Marks his 1,000th match as a manager with Roma's dramatic Serie A victory over Sassuolo.
AUKUS Announcement
Announces the AUKUS security partnership.
Death of Spurs Goalscoring Legend
Greaves died aged eighty-one, prompting tributes to England's extraordinary post-war league goalscorer.
Election Committee Poll Held
Hong Kong holds the first Election Committee subsector poll under the revised electoral system, with the committee gaining expanded constitutional functions.
General Election - General Election
Wins another Liberal minority government.
General Election Election Outcome
General election outcome recorded for Justin Trudeau: Wins another Liberal minority government.
General Election Government
Government context for this general election: Wins another Liberal minority government.
General Election
Wins another Liberal minority government.
The Last Domino Tour
Performs with Genesis on The Last Domino tour in Birmingham.
The Last Domino Tour
Opens Genesis's The Last Domino tour in Birmingham.
WHO Appointment
The World Health Organization appoints Brown Ambassador for Global Health Financing.
Presidential Decree 117
Presidential Decree 117 reorganized public powers and expanded presidential authority during the exceptional measures.
Seventy-Sixth UN General Assembly Speech
Warns the UN that occupied Ukrainian territories remain a threat to international law and collective security.
100 League Goals for Liverpool
Scores his 100th league goal for Liverpool during a 3-3 draw with Brentford, reaching the club milestone faster than any previous player.
Parliamentary Election of 2021
Iceland holds a parliamentary election after which the three governing parties negotiate a renewed coalition under Katrin Jakobsdottir.
First In-Person Conference Leadership Speech
Starmer presents a programme centred on work, care, equality and security.
District Council Oaths Declared Invalid
The Government confirms that ten District Council members took invalid oaths after reviewing their submissions under the revised allegiance requirements.
Appointment as Head of Government
Kais Saied designated Najla Bouden to form a government, making her Tunisia's first female head of government.
October 202114 historical events
BepiColombo Mercury Flyby
BepiColombo completes its first Mercury flyby, beginning a sequence of six Mercury gravity assists before orbital arrival.
Northern Metropolis Plan Unveiled
Lam unveils the Northern Metropolis development strategy in her Policy Address, proposing major housing, infrastructure and economic expansion in the New Territories.
Government Formation
The Najla Bouden government took office under the exceptional constitutional arrangements.
EU-Ukraine Summit
Hosts European Union leaders at the twenty-third EU-Ukraine summit in Kyiv.
Bryukhanov Death
Dies in Kyiv on 13 October 2021 after a career defined by the construction, operation and aftermath of the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant.
Erna Solberg Government
The Erna Solberg Government ends in Oslo, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Norway.
Jerusalem Policy
Razzaz participates in jerusalem policy connected with Jordanian political and historical developments.
Hat-Trick at Old Trafford
Scores a hat-trick as Liverpool defeat Manchester United 5-0, becoming the first visiting player to score a Premier League hat-trick at Old Trafford.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Is posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Kraftwerk.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Kraftwerk.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Kraftwerk for musical influence.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Kraftwerk
Chansons d'Ennui Tip-Top
Releases Chansons d'Ennui Tip-Top, an album of French-language cover versions.
Great Red Spot Depth Measurement
Juno data show the Great Red Spot extends hundreds of kilometres below Jupiter's cloud tops.
November 20216 historical events
Anti-Oligarch Law
Signs the law intended to limit excessive oligarchic influence on politics and public life.
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Signs the bipartisan infrastructure law.
Rangers Manager Appointment
Returns to Rangers as manager after previously playing for the club.
First Katrin Jakobsdottir Government
The First Katrin Jakobsdottir Government ends, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Iceland.
Second Katrin Jakobsdottir Government
Begins the Second Katrin Jakobsdottir Government and serves as Prime Minister of Iceland.
Second Shadow Cabinet Reshuffle
Starmer appoints a revised shadow team focused on economic credibility and public services.
December 202115 historical events
Equal Marriage Law
Promulgates legislation establishing marriage equality for same-sex couples.
Summit for Democracy
Hosts the first Summit for Democracy.
Barn
Releases Barn with Crazy Horse, recorded in a restored nineteenth-century barn.
Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Shares the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for developing asymmetric organocatalysis.
Nobel Prize in Physics
Is honoured for climate modelling that connected weather variability with long-term climate change.
Nobel Prize in Literature
Is honoured for writing about colonialism and the refugee experience between cultures and continents.
Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Shares the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for developing asymmetric organocatalysis.
Nobel Prize in Physics
Is honoured for discovering how disorder and fluctuations interact in complex physical systems.
Nobel Prize in Physics
Is honoured for climate modelling that quantified variability and helped predict global warming.
Nobel Prize in Medicine
Shares the medicine prize for discoveries of receptors involved in temperature and touch.
Nobel Prize in Medicine
Shares the medicine prize for discoveries of receptors involved in temperature and touch.
Eastern Partnership Summit
Attends the Eastern Partnership summit and presses European leaders over Russian military pressure.
Fiala Government
Forms a centre-right coalition government.
Brexit
Resigns as Brexit minister.
Legislative Council Election under New System
Hong Kong holds its first Legislative Council general election under the restructured electoral system introduced earlier in the year.
Besiktas Algerian Assist Leader
Rachid Ghezzal becomes a vital creative outlet with accurate final passes during Beşiktaş’s successful 2020–21 league campaign.
Copa America First Senior International Title
Messi captained Argentina to a 1-0 Copa América final victory over Brazil, ending his long wait for a senior international championship.
Copa del Rey Final Two-Goal Performance
Messi scored twice as Barcelona defeated Athletic Club 4-0 in the Copa del Rey final, securing his final major trophy with the Catalan club.
First PSG Champions League Goal Against Manchester City
Messi combined with Kylian Mbappé before scoring from outside the area to seal Paris Saint-Germain's 2-0 victory over Manchester City.
Paris Saint-Germain Debut Against Reims
Messi made his Paris Saint-Germain debut from the substitutes' bench against Reims, beginning his Ligue 1 career after leaving Barcelona.
Transfer to Paris Saint-Germain
Lionel Messi moves to Paris Saint-Germain after playing for Barcelona. Barcelona's financial restrictions contributed to the end of Messi's long association with the club and his move to France.
Promoted Leeds Top Half Finish
Guides Leeds United to ninth place in the 2020-21 Premier League, earning praise for the team's aggressive attacking approach.
French Cup Title Under Pochettino
Mauricio Pochettino managed Paris Saint-Germain to the Coupe de France trophy, with his side defeating Monaco 2-0 in the final.
Championship Player of the Season
Emiliano Buendia was named the Championship Player of the Season after delivering goals and assists as Norwich City won the 2020-21 title.
Transfer to Real Madrid
David Alaba joins Real Madrid from Bayern Munich. The Austrian international changed clubs on a free transfer after a trophy-filled spell in Germany.
Transfer to Chelsea
Chelsea recruits Romelu Lukaku, formerly of Inter Milan. Chelsea brought the Belgian forward back from Inter after his title-winning season in Italy.
Mignolet Supplies Experienced Championship Goalkeeping
Simon Mignolet provides reliable saves and distribution as Club Brugge win the 2020–21 Belgian league championship.
Al Nassr Arrival
In 2021, Anderson Talisca moved from Guangzhou FC to Al Nassr, bringing an established skill set to the Saudi Pro League. The attacking midfielder supplied a powerful long-range shot and became a regular source of goals.
Al Ittihad Arrival
In 2021, Igor Coronado moved from Sharjah to Al Ittihad, bringing an established skill set to the Saudi Pro League. The creative Brazilian midfielder provided set-piece skill and precise passes in attacking areas.
Besiktas Brazilian Holding Midfielder
Josef de Souza protects the back line and keeps possession moving throughout the club’s 2020–21 title charge.
Olympic Football Appearance Record
Sets an exceptional longevity record in international football.
Seventh Olympic Tournament
Competes in her seventh Olympic football tournament for Brazil.
First Leeds Premier League Season
Combines pace and left-footed creativity during his first campaign at Leeds United as the promoted club finishes ninth.
Anguissa Arrives on Loan from Fulham
André-Frank Zambo Anguissa joined Napoli on loan from Fulham and quickly added physicality and ball carrying to midfield.
Besiktas Canadian Goalscorer Championship
Cyle Larin scores nineteen league goals in 2020–21 and becomes one of the chief finishers in Beşiktaş’s title-winning attack.
Inter Serie A Championship
Sánchez contributed to Inter Milan's 2020–21 Serie A title-winning campaign, helping the club end Juventus's long run of Italian league championships.
Besiktas Croatian Centre Back Double
Domagoj Vida uses positioning and aerial strength in the defence that helps Beşiktaş complete a domestic double.
Pasalic Forces Spain Extra-Time Euro Clash
Mario Pašalić heads a stoppage-time equaliser against Spain at Euro 2020, completing Croatia's late recovery before the team loses in extra time.
Orsic Scores Against Spain in Euro Knockout
Mislav Oršić scores a late goal against Spain at Euro 2020, helping Croatia recover from a two-goal deficit to force extra time in a remarkable round-of-sixteen match.
Second Goal in Arsenal Opening Win
Nørgaard headed Brentford's second goal against Arsenal, sealing a 2-0 victory on the club's Premier League debut.
Playoff Final Second Goal
Marcondes scored Brentford's second goal against Swansea City after a rapid counterattack, helping secure promotion to the Premier League.
Fiftieth Anniversary of High Dam
Egypt commemorates fifty years since the High Dam's formal inauguration.
Second Championship Winning Campaign
Teemu Pukki led Norwich City's forward line as the club reclaimed the Championship title in 2020-21, extending his impressive scoring record.
Titane
Directs Titane, winner of the Palme dOr at Cannes.
RB Leipzig Centre Back Signed
Ibrahima Konaté moved from RB Leipzig to Liverpool in 2021 to add pace, height and recovery defending to the central defensive unit.
Besiktas French Right Back Loan
Valentin Rosier brings mobility and attacking runs from right-back while on loan in the club’s championship-winning season.
Premier League Hall of Fame Induction
Cantona was inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame, recognising the major role he played in Manchester United's early title successes.
Besiktas French Wide Attacker Double
Georges-Kevin Nkoudou contributes direct dribbling and league goals as Beşiktaş win two domestic trophies.
Nobel Prize
Shares the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for developing asymmetric organocatalysis.
Nobel Prize
Shares the Nobel Prize in Physics for physical modelling of Earth's climate, quantifying variability and reliably predicting global warming.
Ninety Seven Point Second Championship Crown
Daniel Farke won his second Championship title as Norwich City manager in 2020-21, finishing the season with 97 points and earning promotion.
Besiktas Ghanaian Midfield Option
Bernard Mensah adds dribbling and offensive depth as Beşiktaş compete successfully for the Süper Lig and Turkish Cup.
Academy Award
Wins the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for Judas and the Black Messiah.
Judas and the Black Messiah
Portrays Black Panther Party chairman Fred Hampton in Judas and the Black Messiah.
The Green Knight
Plays Sir Gawain in the fantasy film The Green Knight.
The Lost Daughter
Stars as Leda Caruso in The Lost Daughter and receives another Academy Award nomination.
Belfast
Writes and directs Belfast, a semi-autobiographical drama inspired by his childhood in Northern Ireland.
Budget Policy
The 2021 Budget under Rishi Sunak sets out the Government's taxation, expenditure and borrowing plans.
Budget
Rishi Sunak presents the 2021 Budget to the House of Commons as Chancellor of the Exchequer.
Homelessness Prevention Strategy
Burnham launches a strategy addressing evictions, housing standards and the causes of homelessness.
Transport Commissioner Appointment
Burnham appoints Chris Boardman to help develop an integrated and sustainable transport system.
Premier League Captaincy Season
Continues as club captain and helps organise Leeds United's defence during the team's ninth-place Premier League finish.
Ninth Place Premier League Finish
Plays regularly at right-back as Leeds United concludes its first Premier League campaign after promotion in ninth place.
Rodgers Delivers Leicester City FA Cup
Rodgers finishes the cup run with Leicester City defeating Chelsea 1-0.
Dementia Diagnosis Made Public
Law's family announced that he had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia, prompting tributes to his career and public concern for former players.
Armstrong Completes High Scoring Rovers Campaign
Armstrong finishes the 2020–21 Championship season with 28 goals, attracting Premier League interest and later moving to Southampton.
Calvert Lewin Season Scoring Form
Dominic Calvert-Lewin finishes the 2020–21 Premier League season as Everton’s leading league scorer with sixteen goals.
Wembley Promotion Penalty
Toney converted an early penalty against Swansea City in the Championship playoff final, sending Brentford towards the Premier League.
Jesse Lingard Loan Revitalises West Ham Attack
Jesse Lingard arrives on loan from Manchester United and contributes goals and creativity to West Ham’s push for European qualification.
Wednesday Attacking Goal Threat
Windass remained a key attacking presence for Sheffield Wednesday during a difficult season ending in relegation from the Championship.
Villa England Striker Debut Season
Ollie Watkins finished his first Aston Villa Premier League campaign with 14 league goals after joining from Brentford.
England Debut as Leeds Striker
Wins his first senior England cap against Andorra in September 2021 after his strong Premier League performances for Leeds United.
Seventeen Goal Premier League Season
Scores seventeen Premier League goals as Leeds United finishes ninth in its first season back in the top division.
Final-Day Championship Survival
Rooney's Derby County draw with Sheffield Wednesday on the final day to avoid relegation after a dramatic set of results.
Cowley Takes Over Portsmouth
Cowley is appointed Portsmouth manager after leaving Huddersfield Town, beginning a rebuild in League One.
Dean Smith Takes Norwich Management
Dean Smith was appointed Norwich City head coach in November 2021, replacing Daniel Farke during a difficult Premier League season.
Chelsea Managerial Departure
Lampard leaves Chelsea after a difficult run of league results, bringing an end to his initial managerial period at Stamford Bridge.
Charlton Interim Manager Appointment
Jackson takes charge of Charlton Athletic's first team after years serving the club as a player and captain.
Aston Villa First Match Victory at Brighton
Gerrard begins his Aston Villa managerial reign with a 2-0 victory over Brighton, securing a positive start to his Premier League coaching career.
Rangers Hundred-Point Season
Gerrard's Rangers finish the league season with 102 points and no defeats, recording an exceptional Scottish championship campaign.
Scottish Premiership Championship
Gerrard manages Rangers to an unbeaten Scottish Premiership title, ending Celtic's run of nine consecutive league championships.
Villa Head Coach Appointment
Steven Gerrard became Aston Villa head coach after winning the Scottish league championship with Rangers.
Permanent Derby County Manager
Rooney becomes Derby County's permanent manager and leads the side during a challenging battle to preserve Championship status.
England Recognition During Leeds Return
Establishes himself as an England international while playing as Leeds United's deep-lying midfielder in the club's first season back in the Premier League.
Transfer to Manchester City
After a spell with Aston Villa, Jack Grealish signs for Manchester City. City broke the British transfer-fee record to acquire Aston Villa's captain and primary ball carrier.
Premier League Wide Scoring Contribution
Contributes goals and assists from the left wing as Leeds United's attacking style produces a top-half league finish.
Uranium Enrichment
Iran expands enrichment after JCPOA restrictions erode.
Nobel Prize
Receives the Nobel Prize in Physics for discovering the interplay of disorder and fluctuations in physical systems from atomic to planetary scales.
Large Hadron Collider Run 3 Preparations
Oversees final preparations for restarting the Large Hadron Collider after the extended maintenance and upgrade programme.
Coppa Italia Final Winning Goal
Scores the decisive second-half goal against Atalanta as Juventus win the 2021 Coppa Italia final by two goals to one.
Transfer to Paris Saint-Germain
Paris Saint-Germain completes the signing of Gianluigi Donnarumma from AC Milan. The Italy goalkeeper departed Milan on a free transfer shortly after winning Euro 2020.
Spalletti Begins Title-Winning Napoli Tenure
Luciano Spalletti became Napoli head coach and laid the foundations for the club's first Serie A championship in more than three decades.
Ajax Recruit Ivory Coast Centre-Forward
Sébastien Haller moves from West Ham to Ajax and rapidly becomes a focal point in attack, bringing strength in the air and composed finishing.
Leverkusen Winger Aston Villa Signing
Leon Bailey joined Aston Villa from Bayer Leverkusen and offered explosive pace on the right side of the attack.
Mercury Magnetosphere
The Mio spacecraft contributes measurements of Mercury's space environment during BepiColombo's first Mercury flyby.
Slot Begins Feyenoord Coaching Project
Arne Slot takes charge of Feyenoord and introduces an intense pressing and possession-based style, setting the platform for renewed European and domestic success.
Ipswich Town Manager Appointment
Kieran McKenna takes charge of Ipswich Town in December 2021 and begins reshaping the playing style that later supports consecutive promotions.
Leeds Player of the Season Recognition
Receives Leeds United's Player of the Year recognition following a 2020-21 campaign marked by his versatility and consistent performances.
Manchester City Match Winner
Scores twice for ten-man Leeds United in a dramatic 2–1 away victory over Manchester City, including the stoppage-time winner.
Benevento Experience in Serie A
Glik organised Benevento's central defence with extensive experience gained in Italy, France and Poland's national side.
Top Flight Midfield Link Play
Carries out box-to-box duties in Marcelo Bielsa's midfield during Leeds United's successful return to Premier League football.
Manchester United Right-Back Development
Establishes himself in Manchester United's right-back rotation after his earlier arrival from Porto, combining defensive work with forward support.
Player of the Year
Dias is named the writers Footballer of the Year after transforming Manchester City’s defensive solidity during his first season in English football.
Champions League Late Winner Against Villarreal
Ronaldo scored in stoppage time against Villarreal to turn a difficult Champions League home match into a 2-1 Manchester United victory.
International Scoring Record Against Ireland
Ronaldo scored two late headers against the Republic of Ireland to move beyond Ali Daei's men's international goals record.
Portugal Euro Double Against Hungary
Ronaldo scored twice late against Hungary and became the leading goalscorer in the history of European Championship finals matches.
Return to Manchester United Against Newcastle
Ronaldo scored twice on his second Manchester United debut as the home side defeated Newcastle United 4-1 at Old Trafford.
Jota Arrives as Key Liverpool Scorer
Jota provides a flexible scoring alternative in Klopp's front line during his early seasons after arriving from Wolves.
Wolves Barcelona Loan Winger
Spends the 2021-22 season on loan at Wolverhampton Wanderers from Barcelona, adding left-footed attacking options from the wing.
Bruno Lage Head Coach Appointment
Succeeds Nuno Espirito Santo as Wolverhampton Wanderers manager ahead of the 2021–22 Premier League season.
Golden Bear for Bad Luck Banging or Loony Porn
The film Bad Luck Banging or Loony Porn, directed by Radu Jude, received the Golden Bear for best film at the 2021 Berlin International Film Festival.
Al Hilal Arrival
After playing for Al Shabab, Abdullah Al Hamdan became a Al Hilal player in 2021. The Saudi attacker moved between Riyadh clubs and added a mobile option across the forward line.
Villarreal Transfer After Reims Goals
Boulaye Dia joins Villarreal after a productive spell with Reims. The Senegal forward moves to La Liga with a record of reliable finishing in France.
Chelsea Champions League Final Clean Sheet
Édouard Mendy keeps a clean sheet as Chelsea defeat Manchester City in the Champions League final. His first season at the London club ends with Europe's principal club trophy.
Monaco Wing Transfer
Krépin Diatta joins Monaco from Club Brugge in January 2021. The transfer gives him a new opportunity in France's top division.
Vlahović Reaches Twenty-One Serie A Goals
Dušan Vlahović scores 21 league goals during the 2020–21 season and establishes himself as one of Italy's most promising young strikers.
Leeds Premier League Defensive Introduction
Becomes part of Leeds United's defensive rotation after joining from Real Sociedad, bringing Spanish international experience to the promoted squad.
Barcelona to Leeds Move
Joins Leeds United from Barcelona to provide a specialist option at left-back following the club's successful return to the top division.
Transfer to Paris Saint-Germain
Sergio Ramos leaves Real Madrid to take up a new playing role with Paris Saint-Germain. The veteran defender left Madrid after sixteen seasons and joined the Parisian club as a free agent.
Premier League First Goal
Canós scored Brentford's first Premier League goal with a low shot against Arsenal in the club's opening top-flight fixture.
Arsenal Opening Day Clean Sheet
Raya kept a clean sheet as Brentford defeated Arsenal in its first Premier League match, making important interventions behind an organised defence.
Reina Gives Lazio Experienced Goalkeeping Cover
Pepe Reina provides composure and distribution from the back as Lazio handle domestic matches and continental fixtures.
Premier League Promotion Captain
Jansson lifted the Championship playoff trophy after Brentford beat Swansea City 2-0 at Wembley, ending decades outside England's top flight.
Breakthrough European Championship
Isak displayed sharp movement and close control during Sweden's Euro 2020 campaign, which finished in the round of sixteen.
Two Assists Against Poland
Kulusevski came off the bench and contributed two assists as Sweden defeated Poland 3-2 at Euro 2020.
Missed Penalty Against France
Rodríguez saw a penalty saved by Hugo Lloris while Switzerland led France, before the match developed into a dramatic 3-3 draw.
Two Goals Against Turkey at Euros
Shaqiri scored twice in Switzerland's 3-1 victory over Turkey, delivering the decisive attacking contribution in the group finale.
Captaincy in Famous France Upset
Xhaka marshalled Switzerland's midfield against France as a late two-goal comeback forced a shootout and sent the Swiss into the quarter-finals.
Three Assists Against Turkey
Zuber assisted all three Swiss goals against Turkey in the final group match of Euro 2020, giving the team a route into the knockout stage.
Besiktas Versatile Club Veteran
Necip Uysal fills defensive and midfield roles when required during Beşiktaş’s tight championship race.
Besiktas Young Goalkeeper Title
Ersin Destanoglu establishes himself as a young first-team goalkeeper and helps Beşiktaş survive a tense finish to the league campaign.
Besiktas 2021 League Cup Double
Sergen Yalcin oversees a dramatic Süper Lig title race and completes the 2020–21 season with both the Turkish championship and Turkish Cup.
Academy Award
Wins Best Actress for Nomadland and shares its Best Picture award as a producer.
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
Portrays televangelist Tammy Faye Bakker in The Eyes of Tammy Faye.
French Dispatch Cannes Competition
Presented The French Dispatch in competition at the Cannes Film Festival.
The French Dispatch Feature
Wes Anderson directed The French Dispatch, an anthology inspired by the world of magazine journalism.
Cry Macho
Directs and stars in Cry Macho, a late-career western road drama.
Hubble Constant
Riess improves local Hubble constant measurements and highlights tension with early universe predictions
DESI Spectroscopic Mapping Method
Schlegel explains DESI's use of 5,000 robotic fibres to measure galaxy spectra simultaneously and construct a three-dimensional map for dark-energy studies.
DES Year Three Combined Cosmology
The Dark Energy Survey releases year-three galaxy clustering and weak-lensing results, providing powerful tests of the standard cosmological model and dark-energy parameters.
Nobel Prize
Shares the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for discoveries of receptors for temperature and touch.
Picometer Electron Ptychography
Advances electron ptychography to image atoms with resolution approaching limits set by thermal atomic motion.
Juventus Permanent Contract
Completes a permanent move to Juventus after his initial loan from Schalke, extending a spell in which his energy and aerial ability had made him useful in midfield.
Ghani Leaves Kabul As Taliban Approach
President Ashraf Ghani leaves the Afghan capital on 15 August 2021 as the government disintegrates.
Afghan Republic Loses Capital
The Afghan republic ceases to control Kabul when Taliban fighters enter the capital in August 2021.
Taliban Return To Kabul Government
Abdul Ghani Baradar becomes part of the Taliban leadership returning to power after the capture of Kabul.
Taliban Announces Interim Administration
The Taliban leadership announces a new administration after retaking Kabul and most of Afghanistan.
Taliban Security Forces Occupy Kabul
Taliban forces consolidate control over the capital following the Afghan republic's collapse.
Kabul Airport Evacuations Intensify
Foreign governments and Afghan civilians seek evacuation through Kabul airport after the Taliban takeover.
Taliban Claim National Victory
The Taliban leadership portrays its return to Kabul as the end of the international military intervention.
Herat Under Taliban Offensive
Afghan government forces struggle to defend Herat as Taliban fighters advance during the summer offensive.
Herat Falls To Taliban
Taliban fighters capture Herat in August 2021 as the Afghan republic loses its major western city.
Ismail Khan Captured In Herat
Veteran commander Ismail Khan is detained after Taliban forces take Herat in August 2021.
Taliban Control Western Border Trade
After taking Herat, the Taliban controls a major Afghan commercial hub near Iranian and Turkmen routes.
Taliban Reorganize Herat Security
Taliban authorities establish their own security administration after the city's capture.
Energy Rebound Supports Budget
Higher hydrocarbon export receipts improve public finances as global energy demand recovers.
Ghani Leaves Kabul As Taliban Approach
President Ashraf Ghani leaves the Afghan capital on 15 August 2021 as the government disintegrates.
Afghan Republic Loses Capital
The Afghan republic ceases to control Kabul when Taliban fighters enter the capital in August 2021.
Taliban Return To Kabul Government
Abdul Ghani Baradar becomes part of the Taliban leadership returning to power after the capture of Kabul.
Taliban Announces Interim Administration
The Taliban leadership announces a new administration after retaking Kabul and most of Afghanistan.
Taliban Security Forces Occupy Kabul
Taliban forces consolidate control over the capital following the Afghan republic's collapse.
Kabul Airport Evacuations Intensify
Foreign governments and Afghan civilians seek evacuation through Kabul airport after the Taliban takeover.
Taliban Claim National Victory
The Taliban leadership portrays its return to Kabul as the end of the international military intervention.
Herat Under Taliban Offensive
Afghan government forces struggle to defend Herat as Taliban fighters advance during the summer offensive.
Herat Falls To Taliban
Taliban fighters capture Herat in August 2021 as the Afghan republic loses its major western city.
Ismail Khan Captured In Herat
Veteran commander Ismail Khan is detained after Taliban forces take Herat in August 2021.
Taliban Control Western Border Trade
After taking Herat, the Taliban controls a major Afghan commercial hub near Iranian and Turkmen routes.
Taliban Reorganize Herat Security
Taliban authorities establish their own security administration after the city's capture.
Energy Rebound Supports Budget
Higher hydrocarbon export receipts improve public finances as global energy demand recovers.