2013s

The term "2013s" typically refers to the year 2013. This year was notable for a variety of events across the globe in politics, culture, science, and technology. In politics, significant developments included the inauguration of Barack Obama for his second term as President of the United States, and Pope Benedict XVI's resignation, followed by the election of Pope Francis. The Syrian Civil War continued to escalate, drawing international attention.

Culturally, 2013 saw the release of many popular films and musical artists. "Frozen" from Disney became a massive critical and commercial success, as did "Gravity" and "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug". Musical artists like Daft Punk with their album "Random Access Memories" and Macklemore & Ryan Lewis with "The Heist" achieved significant chart success. The world also mourned the passing of Nelson Mandela, a towering figure in the fight against apartheid.

In science and technology, the James Webb Space Telescope continued its development, and advancements were made in areas like artificial intelligence and renewable energy. The ongoing exploration of space continued with missions like China's Chang'e 3 lunar landing. The economic landscape saw continued recovery from the 2008 financial crisis in many parts of the world, though with varying degrees of success and persistent challenges. The year 2013 marked a period of both progress and ongoing global issues.