Profitloss Centerstage Events

A missile test conducted by North Korea took center stage on Sunday, 30 January 2022 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 4

The Australian Government has acquired the intellectual property rights to...

The Australian Government has acquired the intellectual property rights to the Australian Aboriginal Flag from designer Harold Thomas for a sum exceeding $20 million (US$14m). This purchase enables the flag's public use and ensures its continued significance.

Monday, 24 January, 2022

The United Nations has expressed strong condemnation of the military...

The United Nations has expressed strong condemnation of the military coup in Burkina Faso and called for an immediate return to constitutional order. The UN Human Rights Office in Geneva urged the military to release President Roch Marc Christian Kabore and other detained officials. UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet deplored the takeover and emphasized the need to preserve democratic and human rights gains. She emphasized the importance of upholding the rule of law and international human rights obligations amidst security threats and humanitarian challenges.

Tuesday, 25 January, 2022

Xiomara Castro is inaugurated as Honduras' 56th President, marking her...

Xiomara Castro is inaugurated as Honduras' 56th President, marking her historic role as the country's first female president. Also known as Xiomara Castro de Zelaya, she served as the first lady during her husband Manuel Zelaya's presidency. Xiomara Castro Sarmiento, a Honduran politician, assumes the presidency and holds the distinction of being the first woman to hold this position in Honduras.

Wednesday, 26 January, 2022

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) unanimously votes to revoke...

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) unanimously votes to revoke China Unicom's authorization to operate in the United States, citing national security concerns. Within 60 days, the Chinese telecommunications operator's U.S. unit must cease providing telecoms services. This decision follows the FCC's ongoing efforts to restrict Chinese telecom carriers in the country due to concerns related to national security and espionage.

Thursday, 27 January, 2022

More than 240 global groups call for action against China...

More than 240 global groups call for action against China over human rights violations as Beijing Winter Olympics to begin on 4th of February.

Friday, 28 January, 2022

North Korea conducts a missile test by launching a Hwasong-12...

North Korea conducts a missile test by launching a Hwasong-12 intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) from Chagang Province. The missile achieves an altitude of 2,000 km before landing in the Sea of Japan. This marks North Korea's first IRBM launch since 2017. In response, South Korea's National Security Council convenes an emergency meeting to address the situation.

Saturday, 29 January, 2022

The African Union has announced the suspension of Burkina Faso...

The African Union has announced the suspension of Burkina Faso until constitutional order is restored in the country. This action comes after mutinous soldiers staged a coup, removing democratically elected President Roch Marc Christian Kabore. The suspension follows the earlier decision by the West African group ECOWAS to suspend Burkina Faso. The suspensions entail exclusion from meetings and decision-making processes. Burkina Faso is the third nation within the regional bloc to face such consequences due to military takeovers.

Sunday, 30 January, 2022