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Justin Thomas (23) becomes the youngest player to shoot a sub-60 round of 59 in the opening round of the Sony Open at Waialae CC in Hawaii; he also wins the tournament.

Woody Allen receives the Cecil B. DeMille Award for lifetime achievement at the 71st Annual Golden Globe Awards.

The 2010 Haiti earthquake occurs killing an estimated 316,000 and destroying the majority of the capital Port-au-Prince.

The world’s largest ocean liner, RMS Queen Mary 2, makes its maiden voyage.

Murder trial against O.J. Simpson, begins in LA

NHL great Mario Lemieux announces that he has been diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Soap opera “Dynasty” starring John Forsythe, Linda Evans and Joan Collins premieres on ABC-TV.

“Batman” debuted on ABC-TV.

American record company Motown is founded by Berry Gordy Jr.

Timely Comics (later Marvel) founded by American publisher Martin Goodman in New York.

The first public museum in America was established in Charleston, SC.

Justin Thomas (23) becomes the youngest player to shoot a sub-60 round of 59 in the opening round of the Sony Open at Waialae CC in Hawaii; he also wins the tournament.

Woody Allen receives the Cecil B. DeMille Award for lifetime achievement at the 71st Annual Golden Globe Awards.

The 2010 Haiti earthquake occurs killing an estimated 316,000 and destroying the majority of the capital Port-au-Prince.

The world’s largest ocean liner, RMS Queen Mary 2, makes its maiden voyage.

Murder trial against O.J. Simpson, begins in LA

NHL great Mario Lemieux announces that he has been diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Soap opera “Dynasty” starring John Forsythe, Linda Evans and Joan Collins premieres on ABC-TV.

“Batman” debuted on ABC-TV.

American record company Motown is founded by Berry Gordy Jr.

Archbishop Paul-Emile Léger of Montreal appointed to the College of Cardinals.

Timely Comics (later Marvel) founded by American publisher Martin Goodman in New York.

The first public museum in America was established in Charleston, SC.

US House Democrats introduce one article of impeachment against President Donald Trump for “incitement of insurrection” for encouraging his supporters to riot at the Capitol.

FIFA Ballon d’Or: Barcelona forward Lionel Messi wins his record 5th award with 41.33% of the votes; American midfielder Carli Lloyd is Women’s World Player of the Year.

Simon Cowell leaves “American Idol”.

Author J. K. Rowling finishes the 7th and last Harry Potter novel.

NHLPA & owners agree to end NHL strike.

Owners of American League baseball teams voted to adopt the designated-hitter rule on a trial basis.

At Toronto General Hospital, Leonard Thompson became the first person to be successfully treated with insulin.

The first sedan-type car was unveiled at the National Automobile Show in New York City. The car was manufactured by the Hudson Motor Company.

First public demonstration of telegraph messages sent using dots and dashes by Samuel Morse and Alfred Vail.

England’s first state lottery was held.

“The Sopranos”, starring James Gandolfini as mobster Tony Soprano, debuts on HBO.

LA Kings center Wayne Gretzky becomes NHL’s all-time leading scorer in combined regular season & playoff points; 4 assists in 5-4 home win over Edmonton brings his total to 2,011, 1 more than Gordie Howe.

“Introducing the Beatles” released 1st Beatles album released in the US.

Elvis Presley records single “Heartbreak Hotel”.

RCA Victor released the first 45 rpm record to the public to compete with CBS/Columbia’s 33 rpm “LP”.

The first meeting of the United Nations General Assembly took place with 51 nations represented.

Soviet Union orders exile of Leon Trotsky.

Fritz Lang’s film “Metropolis” was first shown, in Berlin.

The League of Nations ratified the Treaty of Versailles, officially ending World War I with Germany.

John D. Rockefeller incorporated Standard Oil.

Apple CEO Steve Jobs unveils the first iPhone.

Michael Jackson receives the Artist of the Century award at the American music awards.

Baseball officially bans Pete Rose from being elected to Hall of Fame for betting on baseball.

Hockey Hall of Famer, Phil Esposito, announced that he would retire as a hockey player after the New York Rangers-Buffalo Sabres hockey game. The game ended in a tie. (NHL)

Bobby Orr’s #4 jersey is retired by the Boston Bruins.

The ocean liner Queen Elizabeth was destroyed by fire in Hong Kong harbor.

The supersonic aeroplane Concorde made its first trial flight, at Bristol.

Building of Aswan dam in Egypt, begins.

1st Women’s Golf Tournament held at Musselburgh Golf Club, Scotland.

Apple CEO Steve Jobs unveils the first iPhone.

Michael Jackson receives the Artist of the Century award at the American music awards.

Baseball officially bans Pete Rose from being elected to Hall of Fame for betting on baseball.

Hockey Hall of Famer, Phil Esposito, announced that he would retire as a hockey player after the New York Rangers-Buffalo Sabres hockey game. The game ended in a tie. (NHL)

Bobby Orr’s #4 jersey is retired by the Boston Bruins.

The ocean liner Queen Elizabeth was destroyed by fire in Hong Kong harbor.

The supersonic aeroplane Concorde made its first trial flight, at Bristol.

Building of Aswan dam in Egypt, begins.

Fire kills 77 children in a Montreal movie theatre.

1st Women’s Golf Tournament held at Musselburgh Golf Club, Scotland.

Twitter bans US President Donald Trump permanently “due to the risk of further incitement of violence”.

Ukrainian Boeing 737-800 crashes just after take-off from Tehran, Iran, killing all 176 people on board.

Duke and Duchess of Sussex announce they are stepping back as “senior” royals, will work towards becoming financially independent.

Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto announces the recapture of drug lord Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, six months after he escaped prison.

RMS Queen Mary 2, the largest passenger ship ever built, is christened by her namesake’s granddaughter, Queen Elizabeth II.

The top two executives of Salt Lake City’s Olympic Organizing Committee resigned amid disclosures that civic boosters had given cash to members of the International Olympic Committee.

Canada, US, USSR, Sweden, Finland and Czechoslovakia agree to take part in Canada Cup hockey tournament.

Golfer Jack Nicklaus, 21, 1st pro appearance, he came in 50th.

Elvis Presley’s “Don’t Be Cruel” and “Hound Dog” single goes #1 and stays #1 for a record 11 weeks (for a single).

The African National Congress (ANC) is founded.

1st US President George Washington delivers 1st state of the union address.

Monaco gains its independence.

Twitter bans US President Donald Trump permanently “due to the risk of further incitement of violence”.

Duke and Duchess of Sussex announce they are stepping back as “senior” royals, will work towards becoming financially independent.

Ukrainian Boeing 737-800 crashes just after take-off from Tehran, Iran, killing all 176 people on board.

Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto announces the recapture of drug lord Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, six months after he escaped prison.

RMS Queen Mary 2, the largest passenger ship ever built, is christened by her namesake’s granddaughter, Queen Elizabeth II.

The top two executives of Salt Lake City’s Olympic Organizing Committee resigned amid disclosures that civic boosters had given cash to members of the International Olympic Committee.

Canada, US, USSR, Sweden, Finland and Czechoslovakia agree to take part in Canada Cup hockey tournament.

Golfer Jack Nicklaus, 21, 1st pro appearance, he came in 50th.

Charles De Gaulle was inaugurated as president of France’s Fifth Republic.

Elvis Presley’s “Don’t Be Cruel” and “Hound Dog” single goes #1 and stays #1 for a record 11 weeks (for a single).

The African National Congress (ANC) is founded.

1st US President George Washington delivers 1st state of the union address.

Monaco gains its independence.

Amazon overtakes Microsoft to become the world’s most valuable listed company for the first time, worth $797 billion.

Two gunmen commit a mass shooting at the offices of Charlie Hebdo in Paris, killing twelve people and injuring another eleven.

President Bill Clinton’s Impeachment trial begins in the US Senate after the House voted to impeach him for lying about his affair with Monica Lewinsky

The Leaning Tower of Pisa was closed to the public. The accelerated rate of “leaning” raised fears for the safety of its visitors.

“Fame” premieres on NBC TV

The United States recognized Fidel Castro’s new government in Cuba.

Gibson issued US patent for the Flying V Guitar.

“Flash Gordon” comic strip (by Alex Raymond) debuts.

Transatlantic telephone service began between New York and London. 31 calls were made on this first day.

First Canadian silver coins issued.

Amazon overtakes Microsoft to become the world’s most valuable listed company for the first time, worth $797 billion.

Two gunmen commit a mass shooting at the offices of Charlie Hebdo in Paris, killing twelve people and injuring another eleven.

President Bill Clinton’s Impeachment trial begins in the US Senate after the House voted to impeach him for lying about his affair with Monica Lewinsky

The Leaning Tower of Pisa was closed to the public. The accelerated rate of “leaning” raised fears for the safety of its visitors.

“Fame” premieres on NBC TV

The United States recognized Fidel Castro’s new government in Cuba.

Gibson issued US patent for the Flying V Guitar.

“Flash Gordon” comic strip (by Alex Raymond) debuts.

Transatlantic telephone service began between New York and London. 31 calls were made on this first day.

First Canadian silver coins issued.

Founding of the Quebec Library.