Explanation

• The 2026 Winter Olympics were hosted by Italy.
• The games were held in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo from 6–22 February 2026.
• Italy became the host country for the third Winter Olympics in its history.

Additional information:

• Winter Olympics 2022: China
• Summer Olympics 2024: France
• Summer Olympics 2028: United States
• Summer Olympics 2020: Japan

Last verified on 10-05-2026

Explanation

• Theme 2025: Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance
• Edition: 17th
• Dates: 6 to 7 July 2025
• Venue: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Additional information:

• Note: 16th edition of BRICS summit held in 2024 in Kazan, Russia.
• BRICS founded: June 2009
• BRICS headquarters: Shanghai, China

Last verified on 02-08-2026

Explanation

• Shanghai Spacecom Satellite Technology (SSST) was recently granted permission by Pakistan to provide satellite internet services.
• Country: China
• Satellite Orbit: Low Earth Orbit (LEO)
• Regulatory Body: Pakistan Space Activities Regulatory Board (PSARB)
• Other operators: Starlink, OneWeb, SSST

Last verified on 02-08-2026

Explanation

• In favor: 142
• Against: 10
• Abstentions: 12
• UN Member States: 193
• Vote date: 12 September 2025

Last verified on 29-07-2026

Explanation

• Boeing was selected to develop the U.S. Air Force's F-47.

Additional information:

• Contract awarded: 21 March 2025
• Program: Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD)
• Generation: 6th-generation fighter
• Expected first flight: 2028
• Expected service entry: 2030s

Last verified on 27-07-2026