Germany announced a significant increase in its defense budget in 2023 due to rising tensions in Eastern Europe.

South Korea announced plans to develop a new stealth fighter jet in collaboration with the United Kingdom in 2023.

Australia announced the establishment of a new military base in the Indo-Pacific region in 2023 to counter China's growing influence.

El Salvador became the first country to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender in September 2021, and it continued to be a significant topic in 2023.

The United States became the first country to officially recognize the establishment of a Space Force.

China became the first country to officially recognize the Taliban government in Afghanistan in 2023.

Canada celebrated its national day on July 1, 2023, with a focus on environmental sustainability.

The United Arab Emirates celebrated its national day in 2023 with a record-breaking fireworks display.

The United States faced a banking crisis in 2023, leading to the collapse of several banks, including Silicon Valley Bank.

Argentina faced a severe economic crisis in 2023, leading to widespread protests against the government.

Iran faced national protests in 2023 over rising fuel prices.

India launched a national campaign to plant 1 billion trees by 2030 in 2023.

China launched a national campaign to promote electric vehicles in 2023.

South Korea successfully launched its first domestically produced satellite into orbit in 2023.

South Korea successfully launched its first satellite into space using a private rocket in 2023.

South Korea was recognized in 2023 for its innovative approach to remote learning during the pandemic.

Singapore was recognized in 2023 for its innovative use of blockchain technology to enhance transparency in agricultural supply chains.

FTX filed for bankruptcy in November 2022, which had a major impact on the cryptocurrency market.

FTX filed for bankruptcy in November 2022, leading to significant turmoil in the cryptocurrency market.

Yayoi Kusama's work was featured in a major retrospective at the Tate Modern in 2023.

'Avatar: The Way of Water' became the highest-grossing film of all time in 2023.

HSBC announced a significant restructuring plan in 2023 that included job cuts as part of its strategy to streamline operations.

Bank of America announced a partnership with a fintech company in 2023 to enhance its digital banking services.

HSBC announced in 2023 that it would no longer finance fossil fuel projects as part of its commitment to sustainability.

Estonia announced plans to increase its defense spending to 2.5% of GDP in 2023.

Intel announced plans to build a new semiconductor manufacturing facility in Arizona in 2023.

COP26 was held in Glasgow, Scotland, from October 31 to November 12, 2021.

The 2022 FIFA World Cup was held in Doha, Qatar.

Diwali is predominantly celebrated in India as the Festival of Lights.

'Dune' won the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects in 2022.