What happened on Jan 2012?

Iran Blames U.S. and Israel for Death of Nuclear Scientist (Jan. 11): A bomber on a motorcycle kills nuclear scientist Mostafa Ahmadi Roshan in Tehran during the morning commute, according to Iranian media. Immediately following the attack, Iran accuses the United States and Israel.

What was the news in 2012?

The third year of the decade saw celebrations in Britain at the return of the Olympics and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee – but tragedy abroad. A cruise ship carrying more than 4,000 passengers collided with rocks, capsizing and killing 32 people at the start of the year.

Who was President Jan 2012?

Presidency of Barack Obama

What was the top story in the world in 2012?

The U.S.-focused slant of the top stories this year contrasted with last year’s voting, when the killing of Osama bin Laden in Pakistan was No. 1, followed by Japan’s earthquake/tsunami disaster, and the Arab Spring uprisings that rocked North Africa and the Middle East. Here are 2012’s top 10 stories, in order: 1. MASS SHOOTINGS:

What are the top news headlines for 2012?

While the old saying “history is a tragedy” is by no means an empty one, 2012 did bring occasions to rejoice, such as Felix Baumgartner’s first-ever skydive from the edge of space and discovery of the so-call “God particle,” the Higgs boson. READ MORE: George Floyd Square: Mpls. Public Works, Community Group Begin Clearing Intersection To Traffic

What was the voter turnout for the Olympics in 2012?

About 64% of voters approved the constitution, but turnout was low—less than 33%. July 27: The 2012 Summer Olympics open in London. More than 10,000 athletes from 205 countries participate in the Games. July 31: Michael Phelps wins his 19th Olympic medal, becoming the winningest Olympic athlete of all time.

Where did the Hurricane Sandy hit in 2012?

Hurricane Sandy. On Oct. 28, 2012, the much-feared “Frankenstorm,” named so for its proximity to Halloween, began to affect the Eastern United States with rain, wind, and high tides. Hurricane Sandy moved onshore the next evening at New Jersey with a 900-mile-wide reach that hit areas from North Carolina to Maine.