From crashes and shootings, to the pope's visit and a daring prison escape. A decade after Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast, we caught up with several of the survivors featured in our exclusive video series, “I Was There: Hurricane Katrina,” and asked them to reflect on the changes they’ve seen in the past 10 years, and the importance of rebuilding New Orleans and the Gulf Coast in the aftermath of Katrina’s destruction. A major aviation mystery in 2015 differed from the series of crashes the previous year in that the plane’s recording device led investigators to a suspect shortly after the deadly crash: the co-pilot. The deadliest came on Dec. 2 in San Bernardino, California, where it’s alleged that a married couple opened fire at the Inland Regional Center during a Department of Public Health conference and holiday luncheon. He suffered spinal injuries during the ride, which led to his death. Slager was arrested three days after Scott’s death and charged with murder. Eddie Ray Routh stands during his capital murder trial at the Erath County, Donald R. Jones Justice Center in Stephenville Texas, Feb. 24, 2015. A tip of the HISTORY hat to all! As the sesquicentennial of the end of the American Civil War and the Lincoln Assassination approached, we retraced the war’s final days with a look back at the civilian who had a front row seat to some of the conflict’s most dramatic moments, explored six battles that were fought after Lee’s surrender at Appomattox, got the story behind the tragic maritime disaster that claimed the lives of the war’s veterans and found out why the Confederate’s final surrender happened in the most unlikely of places. This year really had it all. He shot himself to death during a car chase with police later that day. It was the deaths of Walter Scott and Freddie Gray, both at the hands of police officers, that fueled the outcry in 2015. From scandals, to music, to terrorism, this year has brought us news and events that will affect many beyond the time span of one year, but rather a lifetime. One month later, he was sentenced to death after the conclusion of the penalty phase of his trial. Tens of thousands of people fleeing war-torn Syria and other areas in the Middle East and Africa spent much of this summer making the laborious, and dangerous, trek through Europe toward countries including Germany and Sweden in hopes of finding asylum. The shooting at Charleston’s historic Emanuel AME Church in June caused national mourning and outrage, after a 21-year-old, reportedly with white supremacist beliefs, attended a Bible study session at the famed predominantly African-American church before allegedly opening fire on the group. The accused shooter, Dylann Roof, was apprehended the morning after the June 17 attack and is awaiting trial on 33 counts, including murder and firearms charges, as well as federal hate crime charges. From Donald Trump’s rise to the top of a crowded Republican field to John Boehner’s resignation and the growing influence of the Black Lives Matter movement, 2015 … 1. He also sent a manifesto and called ABC News after the shooting. We also took a look inside Egypt’s famed animal mummies, explored the unusual history of a 4,000-year old manuscript, and learned some surprising facts about Cleopatra. Dylann Roof, a white supremacist, killed nine people including the senior pastor and South Carolina State Senator Clementa C. Pinkney during a prayer service at the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church. , and untangled the bizarre legal history of one of the. All have pleaded not guilty. In another case, Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, the surviving brother of a pair of siblings, was found guilty in April of all 30 charges that he faced in connection to the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing and his ensuing flight from police, which included the killing of an MIT police officer. A combination of shooters and men wearing explosive vests targeted a football stadium, restaurants and a concert venue that evening, leaving 130 people dead. Once arriving at the office, they proceeded to kill nine others, mostly editorial staff gathered for their weekly meeting, injuring an additional 11. I come back to my computer to find USDCHF just dropped 2780 pips in 30mins? Timeline: How the Global Economy Played Out in 2015. A huge manhunt took place over much of northern New York for the next three weeks. The 2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP 21 or CMP 11 was held in Paris, France, from 30 November to 12 December 2015.It was the 21st yearly session of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the 1992 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the 11th session of the Meeting of the Parties (CMP) to the 1997 Kyoto Protocol. We explored the real-life haunts of the Sons of Liberty, drank up the sudsy story of Samuel Adams’ career in the beer business, got the scoop on the lives of Revolutionary leaders such as John Adams, Joseph Warren and the Marquis de Lafayette, and brushed up on some Revolutionary war facts and figures. -- From start to finish, many of this year’s biggest news stories were centered around violence, terror threats or a general sense of fear. June 14, 2015 will live in infamy for Game of Thrones fans, who witnessed the supposed death of Jon Snow in the final moments of the Season 5 finale. Corrections officer Gene Palmer was charged with assisting the pair of inmates to escape. And the bizarre hybrid animal remains found in an Iron Age grave in Britain. 15 of the best things that happened in 2015. In this June 24, 2015, file courtroom sketch, Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, right, stands before U.S. District Judge George O'Toole Jr. as he addresses the court during his sentencing, in federal court in Boston. An international manhunt is still underway at this time for at least one other suspect. What were some of 2015’s most bizarre discoveries? The alleged ringleader of the attacks was killed five days later when authorities raided his apartment in the northern Paris suburb of Saint-Denis. Paris attacks of 2015, coordinated terrorist attacks that took place in Paris on the evening of November 13, 2015. Paris attacks of 2015 Significant sites related to the Paris terrorist attacks of November 13, 2015. The National Transportation Safety Board led the investigation into the accident and determined that the train accelerated before the crash and had been traveling in excess of 100 mph, which was more than twice the speed limit for that area of the track. 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events. All Rights Reserved. In January 2015, Syriza, the radical left-wing, anti-austerity party led by Alexis Tsipras, won the Greek national election. Or the 17th-century “war camel” discovered in an Austrian cellar? One occurred in April, when a man suspected of planning an “imminent” attack in and around Paris was taken into custody after allegedly randomly killing a woman but also shooting himself, prompting him to call for an ambulance. The Immigration Crisis Intensifies (Aug.): During the summer of 2015, the Balkans route replaces the Mediterranean as the most traveled path by migrants. In 2015, Europe hardly looked capable of handling its own problems, let alone running the world. Updated December 29, 2015 — 12.53pm first published at 9.42am. As 2015 rolls to an end, FTW looks back at the top 10 sports moments of 2015. 2015: The year in politics. In the 365 days of 2015, a lot happened in and outside the U.S. A screengrab taken from an AFP TV video on March 24, 2015 shows search and rescue personnel making their way to the crash site of the Germanwings Airbus A320 that crashed in the French Alps above the southeastern town of Seyne. One of the biggest moments of national excitement came when Pope Francis made his inaugural visit to the United States, sweeping the country up in a serious case of Pope-mania. As we close the book on 2015, take a look back at some of the remarkable stories that made history this year. Domestically, mass shootings caused heartbreak and continuing the debate between those calling for stricter gun control and others arguing for the right to bear arms. Among the Norse-inspired news this year was the construction of a new Viking temple in Iceland, the accidental find of a 1,200-year-old Viking sword by a Norwegian hiker, the 9th-century grave that shed light on a unique link between Vikings and the Islamic world and the December discovery of a hoard of 1,100-year-old coins and Viking jewelry that could rewrite English history. Important Events in 2015 Apr 11 Barack Obama and Raúl Castro meet in Panama, the 1st meeting of US and Cuban heads of state since the Cuban Revolution Jul 21 On This Day changes its domain name and brand from HistoryOrb.com to OnThisDay.com At least 130 people were killed and more than 350 were injured. Former New England Patriots star Aaron Hernandez was found guilty in April and sentenced to life in prison without parole after killing Odin Lloyd, who was dating Hernandez' fiancee’s sister. Monday, August 24, 2015 This date is embossed … The prison seamstress, Joyce Mitchell, was arrested and admitted to having had a sexual relationship with Matt, along with providing the tools. Routh received a sentence of life without parole. Many people start a new year with renewed optimism. By Kirsti Weisz. Just over a week later, in Baltimore, a man named Freddie Gray was picked up by police and put in a police transport vehicle without being properly strapped in. And we wrapped up the year with a look back at Christmas through the decades, remembering the 1968 Apollo 8 Christmas Eve broadcast, and exploring the history of some of the holiday’s most popular toys. Editor's Note: This story originally reported incorrectly on Dec. 28 that Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke had entered a not guilty plea when he had not. The World Met Caitlyn Jenner. First Post: Jan 15, 2015 6:06am Jan 15, 2015 6:06am pierre23 | Joined Mar 2009 | Status: Member | 216 Posts. In the year 2015, two significant flash crashes occurred: on March 18th and again on August 24th. The attacks continued in France for two more days, taking the lives of six others, including two police officers and four people held hostage at a kosher grocery store in Paris. Log in, register or subscribe to save articles for later. Here’s a look at the events that dominated financial markets in 2015. The year began with a targeted terror strike in Paris and closed out with another planned attack in California, proving that threats around the globe remain an issue for all. He has pleaded not guilty and is awaiting trial. The video showed 17-year-old Laquan McDonald being hit 16 times. The shooting and Roof’s purported racist beliefs prompted a debate over the state’s continued use of the Confederate Battle Flag at South Carolina’s Capitol. While it is important to note that too many of the major headlines in 2015 were bad news — shootings, acts of terrorism, and the like — this list doesn’t include any of the truly awful attacks on human beings this year. A series of coordinated terror attacks struck fear through the heart of the French capital on Friday Nov. 13. EDIT: Just saw there was red CHF news that the interest rate was cut at an unscheduled emergency meeting. 5 things that happened during the 2015 NBA All-Star Game New, comments An incredible night from Russell Westbrook, three-pointers galore and everything else worth checking out from the 2015 … Some of the highlights of the trip included a historic address to Congress, frequent rides in his Fiat and a particularly memorable moment shared with a baby girl dressed up like a pope. It will be exhibited at a nearby museum. Though Kyle was well-known before the trial because of his bestselling book, the case gained even more national attention when his biopic came out just over a month before the trial started. One of the biggest stories of the summer seemed like something straight out of a Hollywood movie. Save. But what happened in 2015 other than me growing a year old? This was a busy year for Egyptologists, with news of the discovery of two ancient burial sites, and the revelation that Queen Nefertiti may be buried behind a secret door in King Tut’s tomb. The gunman in another tragic shooting claimed it was the racism of the Charleston church shooting that prompted him to create a scene of carnage in the late summer. Kim Davis was jailed for nearly a week for defying a judge's order to issue any marriage licenses in Rowan County. And we were fascinated by the CT scan that revealed the body of a baby buried at the feet of a mummified Swedish bishop? Here's what happened during the year (and in 2010, 2011, 2012, ... Mediterranean was one of the first symbols of a crisis that was to engulf Europe's nations and politicians throughout 2015. The first officer’s trial just concluded with a hung jury. A county clerk in Kentucky became a touchstone for the national debate after she claimed it was against her religious beliefs to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples. And then there was the medieval remedy being used to kill a modern superbug. © 2021 A&E Television Networks, LLC. Law enforcement officers shot and killed Matt on June 26. The year that was. Chicago police also came under scrutiny for alleged misuse of force this year after footage of an October 2014 fatal shooting by police was released in November of this year following a court order. Aaron Hernandez watches as Robert Kraft entered the courtroom during the murder trial of former New England Patriots tight end at Bristol County Superior Court in Fall River, Mass., March 31, 2015. The strong U.S. dollar was the main driver for the price decline of crude oil in 2015. 972,500 people have arrived by sea; 34,000 people have crossed from Turkey into Bulgaria and Greece by land; 942,400 new asylum claims in the EU Jan-Nov 2015… That’s why on the first trading day of 2016, optimism in the markets was short-lived as news out of China was quick to spook investors. By Newsweek Special Edition On 12/12/15 at 11:16 AM EST. In 2015, Europe hardly looked capable of handling its own problems, let alone run the world. The judge entered a not guilty plea on his behalf. The shooters forced their way into the publication's offices, killing a maintenance man and police bodyguard assigned to protect the editor after he received death threats. The Supreme Court made a landmark decision in June, voting to allow same-sex couples to marry nationwide. HISTORY reviews and updates its content regularly to ensure it is complete and accurate. It involved two prisoners, a sexual liaison with a prison worker who smuggled tools hidden in frozen meat and a midnight escape with a smiley-faced getaway note. He has not appealed. A photo shows a makeshift memorial for a tribute to the victims of a series of deadly attacks in Paris, in front of the Carillon cafe in Paris, Nov. 23, 2015. Terror struck in Paris one week into the New Year when a group of men with extensive ties to terrorist organizations targeted the offices of a famed satirical newspaper. In this handout from New York State Police, convicted murderers David Sweat and Richard Matt are shown in this composite image. How about the mummified monk found inside an ancient Buddha statue? The Biggest News Events of 2015. Public criticism of the way authorities handled this case resulted in the firing of Chicago’s police superintendent, and a public apology from Mayor Rahm Emanuel. Footage of the incident was recorded by a bystander that appeared to show Scott, who was unarmed, running away from the officer, identified later as Michael Slager. Here is a list of some of the biggest news stories of 2015. After Gray’s death was ruled a homicide on May 1, six police officers were charged in connection to his death. And we can thank serendipity for its role in some of the year’s most unlikely finds, including a treasure trove of letters that have remained unopened for more than 300 years, the prehistoric wooly mammoth bones unearthed by a Michigan farmer, the medieval skeleton that rose from a grave thanks to a violent storm, and the construction worker’s discovery of a mass grave for victims of the 1918 flu pandemic. The Strong US Dollar . David Sweat and Richard Matt, both convicted murderers, escaped from the maximum security Clinton Correctional Facility in upstate New York on June 6, crawling out of sewage pipes and digging through cell walls a la “The Shawshank Redemption.”. Here we take a look at major global events in chronological order. Van Dyke entered the not guilty plea on Dec. 29. Seventy years after the end of World War II, we commemorated the Allies’ final push to Berlin and the battles of Iwo Jima and Okinawa, explored Mussolini’s final hours, looked back at how the world celebrated V-E Day, met a Japanese engineer who survived two atomic bombs, and found out how physics helped solve the mystery of one of history’s most famous kisses. Paris Agreement, international treaty, named for the city of Paris, in which it was adopted in December 2015, which aimed to reduce the emission of gases that contribute to global warming. The first verdict came in February when Eddie Ray Routh was found guilty of killing “American Sniper” Chris Kyle and his friend Chad Littlefield. French officials determined that the attackers had ties to ISIS, which has claimed responsibility. B y all measures, 2015 will be remembered as a banner year for LGBT rights in the United States. Four of the biggest trials of the year all resulted in guilty verdicts and one of those murderers now faces a death sentence. Protests, some of them violent, erupted across Baltimore. The front of the White House is lit in the color of the rainbow, June 26, 2015, after the United States Supreme Court issued the decision in the case of Obergefell v. Hodges ruling that same-sex marriage is legal in all states. In this Aug. 26, 2015 file photo, Colorado theater shooter James Holmes is led out of the courtroom after being formally sentenced in Centennial, Colo. A refugee holding a boy react as they are stuck between Macedonian riot police officers and refugees during a clash near the border train station of Idomeni, northern Greece, Aug. 21, 2015. The recording from inside the cockpit of Germanwings Flight 9525 during the March 24 flight from Barcelona to Dusseldorf indicated that co-pilot Andreas Lubitz locked the lead pilot out of the cockpit during a break and proceeded to direct the plane toward the mountains of the French Alps, killing all 150 passengers and crew on board. The Aug. 26 shooting left reporter Alison Parker and cameraman Adam Ward dead. Terrorism will live on our collective memories as 2015 comes to a close, but much more took place last year. Twice a week we compile our most fascinating features and deliver them straight to you. One of this year’s deadliest mass shootings struck a particularly heartbreaking chord because of its location: inside a church. The year 2018 was marked by milestones in the #MeToo movement, a contentious Supreme Court hearing, battles over immigration and a groundbreaking royal wedding. Freddie Gray, 25, seen in this undated file photo. She was sentenced to up to 7 years in prison. 2015 (MMXV) was a common year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar, the 2015th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 15th year of the 3rd millennium, the 15th year of the 21st century, and the 6th year of the 2010s decade. San Bernardino Sheriff Deputies investigate the scene where two suspects were gunned down during a shootout with police, Dec. 3, 2015 in San Bernardino, Calif. image caption In 2010 Nick Clegg led the Liberal Democrats to Downing Street alongside the Tories, yet the 2015 campaign resulted in crushing … The Buddha alongside an image from an earlier CT scan. 21/12/2015 1. 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