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2013 was a common year starting on Tuesday of the Gregorian calendar, the 2013th year of the Common Era and Anno Domini designations. It was marked by several natural disasters, political crises, scientific breakthroughs and cultural milestones.
Browse the calendar of major events that happened in 2013, from political, social, cultural, sports, and natural disasters. Find out what happened on any date in 2013 with On This Day.
- Alberta floods – 23.87% An unprecedented flood swamped southern Alberta in late June. In Calgary, the Elbow and Bow rivers spilled over their banks, bringing the downtown core and business district to a standstill for several days.
- Lac-Megantic disaster – 10.59% In the early hours of July 6, 47 people were killed in the Quebec town of Lac-Megantic when an unmanned train carrying highly volatile crude rolled down the tracks from where it was stationed, derailed and exploded.
- Death of Nelson Mandela – 10.08% His wellbeing had been a cause for concern for months, but on Dec. 5, Nelson Mandela finally succumbed to a chronic lung infection that stemmed from his years of incarceration.
- Rob Ford’s crack admission – 9.39% The allegations Toronto Mayor Rob Ford was seen in a video smoking crack cocaine began in May, when two publications claimed to have seen the video.
Learn about the historic, newsworthy, and memorable events that shaped the world in 2013. From the release of Frozen and Grand Theft Auto V to the discovery of Earth-like planets and the Black Lives Matter movement, this web page covers a wide range of topics and facts.
Dec 30, 2013 · What did 2013 mean and what will the next year bring? Read on for our take. Biggest stories of the year. The NSA leaks. The leaks began in June. Edward Snowden, an NSA contractor, had collected a...
A comprehensive overview of the major events, births, deaths, weddings, and awards in 2013. Find out what happened in 2013 in film, music, sport, politics, and more.
A summary of the most important events that happened in 2013 around the world, including politics, sports, science, and entertainment. Learn about the Boston Marathon bombings, the NSA PRISM leaks, the India-Mars Orbiter Mission, and more.
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