Visual Data Summary from Monday, 27th January 2025
Hopping Off: Migrants' Journey Across the Globe
It seems Columbia still reels from the diplomatic storm with the USA, refusing to host irregular migrant flights in 2024. According to the NGO Witness at the Border, though their data doesn't specify exact figures, Columbia was among the top destinations for US-organized migrant returns that year. Other notable countries on this list included Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico.
Jewish Holocaust Survivors - A Shrinking Number
The 80th anniversary of the Auschwitz-Birkenau liberation is upon us. As we remember this grim history, a study by the Claims Conference reveals a significant drop in the number of Jewish Holocaust survivors alive today. In 2024, there were approximately 245,000 survivors, but now that figure has shrunk to around 220,000 people. A staggering 50% of these survivors dwell in Israel.
Year of the Snake - Chinese Lunar New Year
Celebrate the Year of the Snake on January 29, a year associated with leaders like Mao Zedong and John F. Kennedy, and artists such as Pablo Picasso. This Lunar New Year marks the commencement of China's primary festival.
Zverev: Aiming for Game, Not Glory
Tennis sensation Alexander Zverev aims to play well rather than concentrate on being a favorite. His recent success confirms he's on the right track – results will follow.
Mexican Culinary Delights
Mexican tortas secured the ninth spot as the world's best sandwiches and the second-richest in Latin America, according to Taste Atlas. The Lebanese shawarma takes the top spot.
Auschwitz: Polish Commemoration
80 years after the Soviet Army liberated Auschwitz-Birkenau, Poland commemorates this grim historical event.
Pakistan-India Tensions Escalate
Border tensions between Pakistan and India escalate following an attack in Kashmir, resulting in the detention of an Indian border guard.
Football: Mbappé and Lewandowski Face Off
Frenchman Kylian Mbappé grabbed the spotlight with his first hat-trick as a Real Madrid player. Two goals behind Polish striker Robert Lewandowski of Barcelona, Mbappé shows no signs of slowing down.
Vatican Bids Farewell to the Pope
The Vatican prepares for the pope's farewell amidst a sea of faithful and authorities.
Negotiations on Iran's Nuclear Program
Iran and the USA initiate technical negotiations concerning Iran's nuclear program, starting tomorrow.
Sleepless Nights - Mourning the Pope
Hundreds flock to Vatican City night after night, spending the chilly hours in vigil, as they eagerly await the pope's funeral.
Related Topics
- Migration Crisis
- Auschwitz-Birkenau
- Witness at the Border
- Claims Conference
- Kylian Mbappé
- Robert Lewandowski
- Columbia
- Poland
- Chinese New Year
- Mexico
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- Columbia continues to grapple with the diplomatic fallout from its decision to reject US-organized migrant flights in 2024, as it was among the top destinations for such returns.
- As we remember the 80th anniversary of the Auschwitz-Birkenau liberation, a study by the Claims Conference indicates a declining number of Jewish Holocaust survivors, with an estimated 220,000 still alive today.
- In the Year of the Snake, we celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year on January 29, marking the inauguration of China's main festival.
- Tennis star Alexander Zverev focuses on delivering solid performances rather than dwelling on being a favorite, with his recent success confirming he's on the right track.
- Mexican tortas, the second-richest sandwiches in Latin America according to Taste Atlas, ranked ninth in the world's best sandwiches.
- Poland commemorates the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, an grim historical event.
- Tensions between Pakistan and India escalate along their shared border, following an attack in Kashmir that led to the detention of an Indian border guard.
- In the world of football, Kylian Mbappé of Real Madrid and Robert Lewandowski of Barcelona are set to face off, with Mbappé currently trailing Lewandowski by two goals.
- The Vatican prepares for the pope's farewell, attracting large crowds of faithful and authorities.
- Iran and the USA begin technical negotiations on Iran's nuclear program tomorrow, marking a potential turning point in global affairs.
- Hundreds gather in Vatican City night after night, keeping vigil as they mourn the pope's passing.
- Topics of interest include the migration crisis, Auschwitz-Birkenau, Witness at the Border, Claims Conference, Kylian Mbappé, Robert Lewandowski, Colombia, Poland, Chinese New Year, Mexico, and global news.
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- Digital Content Direction - EFE Agency - [email protected]>
