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The Daily OrangeTop News Stories of 2008
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Posted: 1/13/09, 1:26 AM EST Section: Best of 2008
1. The 2008 Presidential Election
From Jeremiah Wright to the Florida and Michigan primary fiascos, the 2008 election captivated an anxious world. The primaries kicked off to an unexpected start and ended up the resignation of the now-Secretary of State, Hillary Rodham Clinton. Illinois Senator Barack Obama dueled Arizona Senator John McCain for the position of United States President in one of the most inspiring elections in modern history. In the end, the voters of the United States elected the first bi-racial man in our history - President Barack Obama.
2. Economy Crisis
Lows and highs, peaks and drastic drops, the economic crisis was unavoidable in 2008. The hurting American economy caused a global backlash in budget cuts, set backs and drastic financial changes. Still a controversial issue and Obama's "number one concern," the economy dominated news channels and isn't expected to retire from primetime-coverage anytime soon.
3. Russia invades Georgia
An invasion of massive proportions caught the western world off-guard as Putin sent troops into Georgia after a series of confusing attacks between the two regions. The world watch distressed, awaiting the outcome of what seemed like could be another world war. The situation still remains unclear to many, but the violence has halted for now.
4. India Bombings
India Bombings: During Thanksgiving weekend, Mumbai, India was attacked by a group of Pakistani terrorists who coordinated ten attacked across the region in everywhere from places of worship to hotels. Over 150 people were killed and more were injured.
5. Midwest Floods
The remnants of Hurricane Ike managed to extend well beyond the Gulf Coast states. Heavy rains and floods swept across the Midwest from Arkansas to Illinois, Indiana and Ohio, leaving approximately 20 dead, millions without power, and property damage - including crops - in the billions of dollars.
6. Myanmar Cyclone
From Jeremiah Wright to the Florida and Michigan primary fiascos, the 2008 election captivated an anxious world. The primaries kicked off to an unexpected start and ended up the resignation of the now-Secretary of State, Hillary Rodham Clinton. Illinois Senator Barack Obama dueled Arizona Senator John McCain for the position of United States President in one of the most inspiring elections in modern history. In the end, the voters of the United States elected the first bi-racial man in our history - President Barack Obama.
2. Economy Crisis
Lows and highs, peaks and drastic drops, the economic crisis was unavoidable in 2008. The hurting American economy caused a global backlash in budget cuts, set backs and drastic financial changes. Still a controversial issue and Obama's "number one concern," the economy dominated news channels and isn't expected to retire from primetime-coverage anytime soon.
3. Russia invades Georgia
An invasion of massive proportions caught the western world off-guard as Putin sent troops into Georgia after a series of confusing attacks between the two regions. The world watch distressed, awaiting the outcome of what seemed like could be another world war. The situation still remains unclear to many, but the violence has halted for now.
4. India Bombings
India Bombings: During Thanksgiving weekend, Mumbai, India was attacked by a group of Pakistani terrorists who coordinated ten attacked across the region in everywhere from places of worship to hotels. Over 150 people were killed and more were injured.
5. Midwest Floods
The remnants of Hurricane Ike managed to extend well beyond the Gulf Coast states. Heavy rains and floods swept across the Midwest from Arkansas to Illinois, Indiana and Ohio, leaving approximately 20 dead, millions without power, and property damage - including crops - in the billions of dollars.
6. Myanmar Cyclone
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