Google trend - Feb. 10

Feb. 10 - 10 things to know with detail

• COVID-19 updates: As of February 10th, there have been over 106 million confirmed cases of COVID-19 worldwide, with over 2.3 million deaths reported. Vaccination efforts continue globally, with several countries ramping up their distribution plans.
• GameStop stock frenzy: The stock price of video game retailer GameStop has been highly volatile in recent weeks, driven by retail investors on platforms like Reddit. The stock surged over 1,600% in January before falling back down, sparking a debate about market manipulation.
• Winter storm impacts: A severe winter storm has brought record-breaking snowfall and freezing temperatures to parts of the United States, causing widespread power outages and disruptions to travel. Texas has been particularly hard hit, with millions without electricity and water.
• Political unrest in Myanmar: Myanmar's military seized power in a coup on February 1st, detaining civilian leaders including Aung San Suu Kyi. The move has sparked widespread protests and international condemnation, with calls for the military to release the detained leaders and restore democracy.
• Tech company earnings: Several major tech companies, including Apple, Amazon, and Facebook, have reported their quarterly earnings, exceeding expectations despite the ongoing pandemic. Apple's revenue reached a record high, driven by strong demand for its products and services.
• Super Bowl LV: The Super Bowl took place on February 7th, with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 31-9. Tom Brady, the Buccaneers' quarterback, won his record-setting seventh Super Bowl ring, solidifying his status as one of the greatest players in NFL history.
• NASA's Perseverance rover: NASA's Perseverance rover successfully landed on Mars on February 18th, marking a major milestone in the exploration of the Red Planet. The rover will search for signs of past microbial life and collect samples for future return to Earth.
• Game-changing scientific discovery: Scientists have discovered a new state of matter, known as time crystals, which exhibit periodic motion without energy input. This breakthrough could have significant implications for quantum computing and other advanced technologies.
• Global economic recovery: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its global economic growth forecast for 2021, projecting a stronger recovery than previously anticipated. However, the IMF warns that the recovery remains uneven across countries and sectors.
• Climate change initiatives: The Biden administration has announced several climate change initiatives, including rejoining the Paris Agreement and setting ambitious goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The US is also hosting a virtual climate summit in April to rally global support for climate action.