2014⚡ Event
Benefits Street airs
The first episode of the documentary series Benefits Street aired on Channel 4, prompting discussion in the United Kingdom about welfare dependency.
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What Happened in 2014?
Explore 12 historical moments from 2014 — 12 events, 0 birthdays, and 0 notable deaths.
Events in 2014(12)
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Moscow school shooting
Russia's first school shooting took place at School No. 263 in Moscow, resulting in the deaths of a teacher and a police officer.
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UN Report on North Korea Human Rights
An inquiry report by the United Nations Human Rights Council found systematic and wide-ranging violations of human rights in North Korea.
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Happisburgh Footprints Discovery
Researchers announced the discovery of the Happisburgh footprints in Norfolk, England, the oldest known hominid footprints outside Africa.
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Kyiv Protests
A series of violent events began in Kyiv involving protesters, riot police, and unknown shooters. This culminated in the ousting of Ukrainian president Viktor Yanukovych five days later.
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Kevin Lau stabbing
Former editor-in-chief of Hong Kong newspaper Ming Pao, Kevin Lau, was stabbed. This incident raised concerns about media freedom.
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Oscar Selfie Taken
The Oscar selfie, considered to be one of the most influential photographs of all time, was taken at the 86th Academy Awards ceremony.
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Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 Disappearance
Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 disappeared on March 8, 2014, while en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing with 239 people on board.
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East Harlem gas explosion
A gas leak caused an explosion in East Harlem, New York City, destroying two apartment buildings and causing eight deaths.
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Kabul Serena Hotel mass shooting
Taliban militants killed nine civilians in a mass shooting at the Kabul Serena Hotel in Afghanistan on March 20, 2014.
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Oso Landslide
A massive landslide in Oso, Washington, killed 43 people, engulfing a rural neighborhood. It marked the largest death toll for a standalone landslide in U.S. history.
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First Same-Sex Marriages in England and Wales
The first same-sex marriages in England and Wales took place following the passage of the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013.
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Born in 2014(0)
No births recorded for 2014.
Deaths in 2014(0)
No deaths recorded for 2014.
Dates in 2014
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened in 2014?
- 2014 saw 12 notable historical moments, including 12 events, 0 famous birthdays, and 0 notable deaths.
- What were the biggest events of 2014?
- Key events of 2014 include: Benefits Street airs, Moscow school shooting, UN Report on North Korea Human Rights.
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