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In 1936, the Cunard liner RMS Queen Mary left England on its maiden voyage to New York.
Here are some of the notable people celebrating birthdays today including Brent Musburger, Stevie Nicks, Pam Grier, Hank Williams Jr., Jeremy …
In 1994, Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley were married in the Dominican Republic. (The marriage ended in 1996.)
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In 1968, the Gateway Arch in St. Louis was dedicated by Vice President Hubert Humphrey and Interior Secretary Stewart Udall.
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In 2022, an 18-year-old gunman opened fire at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, killing 19 children and two teachers.
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In 1975, comedian Jackie “Moms” Mabley, 81, died in White Plains, New York.
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In 1992, after a reign lasting nearly 30 years, Johnny Carson hosted NBC’s “Tonight Show” for the final time. (Jay Leno took over as host thre…
In 2017, The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus received its final standing ovation as it performed its last show at the Nassau Cou…
Here are some of the notable people celebrating birthdays today including Ron Isley, Sen. Al Franken, Nick Cassavetes, Lisa Edelstein, David A…
In 1985, Radio Marti, operated by the U.S. government, began broadcasting; Cuba responded by attempting to jam its signal.
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In 1962, film star Marilyn Monroe sang “Happy Birthday to You” to President John F. Kennedy during a Democratic fundraiser at New York’s Madis…
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On May 18, 1980, the Mount St. Helens volcano in Washington state exploded, leaving 57 people dead or missing.
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In 1954, a unanimous U.S. Supreme Court handed down its Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka decision which held that racially segregated pub…
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In 1990, death claimed entertainer Sammy Davis Jr. in Los Angeles at age 64.
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