Global Impact Makers of 2025: From Trump's Second Term to Historic Firsts in Space and Politics

Dec 07, 2025 06:19 pm CST

The year 2025 witnessed extraordinary individuals shaping global events across politics, space exploration, and entertainment. From Donald Trump's controversial second presidential term implementing significant tariffs and deportation policies, to Shubhanshu Shukla becoming only the second Indian astronaut in space after four decades. Notable achievements included Sanae Takaichi becoming Japan's first female prime minister, Maria Corina Machado winning the Nobel Peace Prize for her democratic efforts in Venezuela, and Taylor Swift's Eras Tour breaking records with $2 billion in revenue across five continents.