2020
Former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein found guilty of rape and a criminal sexual act in landmark case that ignited #MeToo movement.
2018
Men’s big air snowboarding event makes Olympic debut at Pyeongchang; Canada’s Sébastien Toutant is inaugural gold medallist.
2008
Cuba’s parliament named Raul Castro president. His brother Fidel had ruled for nearly 50 years.
1981
Britain’s Prince Charles announces engagement to Lady Diana Spencer.
1965
Beatles begin filming “Help” in Bahamas.
1938
The first nylon bristle toothbrush was made. It was the first time that nylon yarn had been used commercially.
1920
The Nazi Party is founded.
1903
In Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, an area was leased to the U.S. for a naval base.
