The 2024 COP29 Climate Conference was held in the United Arab Emirates, following COP28, as part of the global effort to address climate change under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). The UAE has been active in sustainability initiatives.
Narges Mohammadi, an Iranian human rights activist, won the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for her fight against the oppression of women in Iran and her dedication to promoting human rights and freedom.
Japan launched the first commercial lunar rover in 2024 through its space agency JAXA, in collaboration with private companies, marking a significant step in space commercialization.
OpenAI released GPT-5 in 2024, advancing natural language processing technology and demonstrating significant improvements in AI's ability to perform complex tasks.
Argentina, the defending champion from 2022, retained its title by winning the 2024 Men's FIFA World Cup, showcasing their continued dominance in international football.
