Profitloss Centerstage Events

The European mission to clear space debris by 2025 took center stage on Monday, 9 December 2019 among all major events across the globe, and remains the highlight of this week's list of center stage events.
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Centerstage events of week 2

Alberto Fernández is inaugurated as the President of Argentina, with...

Alberto Fernández is inaugurated as the President of Argentina, with Cristina Fernández de Kirchner assuming the position of Vice President. Alberto Fernández, a lawyer and professor, leads the country's Justicialist Party and has been described as left-wing. His presidency faces challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic, economic recovery, and high inflation rates. The influence of Vice President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner on decision-making has drawn attention and criticism.

Monday, 9 December, 2019

Saudi Aramco, the world's largest oil company, begins trading its...

Saudi Aramco, the world's largest oil company, begins trading its shares on the Riyadh stock exchange. The stock surges to the maximum limit of 10% above its IPO price, increasing the company's value to $1.88 trillion, making it the most valuable publicly-traded company.

Tuesday, 10 December, 2019

The United Kingdom holds a general election to elect members...

The United Kingdom holds a general election to elect members to the House of Commons. The exit poll predicts a landslide victory for the Conservative Party, with Prime Minister Boris Johnson returning to power and forming a majority government. The results indicate major gains for the Conservatives in Northern England.

Wednesday, 11 December, 2019

Boris Johnson starts his second term as UK Prime Minister...

Boris Johnson starts his second term as UK Prime Minister and forms a new majority government after winning the general election by a landslide. The Conservative Party secures a significant victory, especially in Northern England, as indicated by the exit poll.

Thursday, 12 December, 2019

China and the United States announce an initial trade deal...

China and the United States announce an initial trade deal to halt new tariffs set to be imposed on December 15. As part of the agreement, China commits to purchasing more American agricultural products, while the US agrees to reduce existing tariffs by half, from 15%.

Friday, 13 December, 2019

Protests erupt in Delhi against India's Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019....

Protests erupt in Delhi against India's Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019. The act grants citizenship to religious minorities from neighboring countries but excludes Muslims, which has sparked criticism. The protests, with thousands of participants including students, turn violent with clashes between protestors and police. At least six people are reported dead, and the police storm a university campus to arrest fleeing protestors, drawing further controversy and condemnation.

Saturday, 14 December, 2019

International Rights Advocates files a lawsuit against Apple, Google, Tesla,...

International Rights Advocates files a lawsuit against Apple, Google, Tesla, Dell, and Microsoft on behalf of Congolese families whose children were harmed or killed in cobalt mines supplying these companies. The lawsuit alleges that the companies were aware of the link between cobalt used in their products and child labor. The Democratic Republic of Congo produces 60% of the world's cobalt, which is vital for lithium-ion batteries used in electric cars, laptops, and smartphones.

Sunday, 15 December, 2019