
2006
The year 2006 was notable for significant global events. In technology, YouTube was launched, revolutionizing online video sharing. Politically, North Korea conducted its first nuclear test, raising international concerns. The Iraq War continued, with ongoing instability. In science, Pluto was reclassified as a "dwarf planet," altering our understanding of the solar system. Social and cultural moments included the release of popular movies like "The Da Vinci Code" and "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest." Additionally, many countries faced economic challenges, natural disasters occurred worldwide, and advancements in medicine and science continued to progress.