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On This Day·November 29

November 29.

Sifting through the layers of time to find today's context — moments, people, and decisions whose echoes shape the news we publish now.

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History
November 29, 2025

Politics of Jordan

The launch of Amra City marked a significant step in Jordan's national development strategy, aiming to attract investment and create jobs. Today, it reflects ongoing regional efforts to diversify economies and address urban growth challenges through large-scale infrastructure projects.

The Timeline

6 moments found
  1. History
    2013
    13 years ago

    LAM Mozambique Airlines Flight 470

    The crash of LAM Mozambique Airlines Flight 470 was a shocking incident of mass murder-suicide by a pilot. This tragedy highlights ongoing concerns about mental health screening for airline personnel and aviation safety protocols globally.

  2. History
    2009
    17 years ago

    2009 Lakewood shooting

    This tragic ambush killing of four officers deeply impacted law enforcement and the community, raising immediate concerns about officer safety. Today, it resonates with ongoing debates about gun violence, police accountability, and the psychological toll of line-of-duty deaths.

  3. History
    2007
    19 years ago

    Armed Forces of the Philippines

    This event highlighted persistent military unrest and challenges to civilian authority in the Philippines. Today, it resonates with ongoing concerns about democratic stability and the role of military figures in political transitions across Southeast Asia.

  4. History
    1987
    39 years ago

    Korean Air Flight 858

    This act of terrorism shocked the world and highlighted the dangerous tactics employed by rogue states. Today, it resonates with ongoing concerns about state-sponsored terrorism and international aviation security.

  5. Military
    1986
    40 years ago

    Suriname National Army

    The Moiwana massacre was a brutal act of state violence against civilians during a civil conflict, highlighting the devastating impact of internal strife. Today, it resonates with ongoing discussions about accountability for atrocities committed during civil wars and the protection of vulnerable populations.

  6. Entertainment
    1982
    44 years ago

    Michael Jackson

    Thriller redefined music, setting sales records and cementing Michael Jackson's superstar status. Today, it highlights the enduring power of cultural phenomena and the evolving economics of music distribution in the streaming era.

Births

  • 2009
    Salish Matter
    American YouTuber
  • 2002
    Yunus Musah
    American soccer player
  • 1998
    MJ Melendez
    American baseball player
  • 1998
    Ye Qiuyu
    Chinese tennis player

Deaths

  • 2024
    Marshall Brickman
    Brazilian-American director, producer, and screenwriter (born 1939)
  • 2024
    Will Cullen Hart
    American musician (born 1971)
  • 2024
    Wayne Northrop
    American actor (born 1947)
  • 2023
    Henry Kissinger
    former US secretary of state (born 1923)