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Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1762 – Catherine II becomes tsar of Russia upon the murder of Peter III (More info) 1898 – Spain surrenders to the United States at Santiago, Cuba, ending the Spanish-American War (More info)

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1790 – The District of Columbia is established as the capital of the United States (More info) 1969 – The first manned space mission to land on the Moon, Apollo 11, launches (More info)

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Michael Flatley Age: 54 Occupation: Dancer, Choreographer and Pop Culture Punchline Known For: The popular but much-parodied Irish dance shows ‘Riverdance’ and ‘Lord of the Dance,’ having his legs insured for $40 million, and just generally thinking he’s pretty darned special

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Bill Cosby Age: 75 Occupation: Comedian, Actor and Living Legend Known For: Producing and/or starring in many TV series including ‘Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids’ and the groundbreaking ’80s sitcom ‘The Cosby Show,’ winning slews of awards, weathering criticism for his outspoken views on race and culture, and once wearing on-screen wha

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1543 – King Henry VIII marries his sixth and last wife, Catherine Parr (More info) 1861 – Wild Bill Hickok gains fame as a gunfighter after he coolly shoots three men in his first shootout (More info)

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1804 – Vice President Aaron Burr fatally wounds Alexander Hamilton in a duel (More info) 1922 – The Hollywood Bowl, one of the world’s largest natural amphitheaters, opens in Los Angeles (More info)

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Richie Sambora Age: 53 Occupation: Singer, Songwriter and Musician Known For: Playing lead guitar for Bon Jovi on songs including the No.1 hits ‘You Give Love a Bad Name,’ ‘Livin’ on a Prayer’ and ‘Bad Medicine,’ work with other artists including Cher and LL Cool J, two stints in rehab, a former marriage to Heather Locklear, and an on

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Sofia Vergara Age: 40 Occupation: Actress Known For: Starring on the TV series ‘Modern Family,’ being the first Latina spokesmodel for CoverGirl Cosmetics, appearing in movies including ‘Madea Goes to Jail,’ ‘New Year’s Eve’ and ‘The Three Stooges,’ and having a body both men and women would die for

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1925 – A high school science teacher named John T. Scopes, accused of teaching evolution in violation of Tennessee law, is prosecuted in what would come to be known as the Scopes Monkey Trial (More info) 1966 – The Chicago Freedom Movement, led by Martin Luther King, Jr., holds a rally at Soldier Field (More info) Re

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Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Tom Hanks Age: 56 Occupation: Actor, Producer and Director Known For: An incredibly long and decorated Hollywood résumé including back-to-back Best Actor Oscars for the films ‘Forrest Gump’ and ‘Philadelphia’ and nominated roles in ‘Big,’ ‘Saving Private Ryan’ and ‘Cast Away,’ voicing Woody in the ‘Toy Story’ franchise, his close frie

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1850 – Zachary Taylor, the 12th president of the U.S., dies of cholera after only 16 months in office (More info) 1868 – The 14th Amendment to the United States Constitution is ratified, guaranteeing African-Americans full citizenship and all persons in the United States due process of law (More info)