october

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1492 – Christopher Columbus's expedition makes landfall in the Caribbean (More info) 1810 – The first Oktoberfest occurs when Bavarian royalty invites the citizens of Munich to celebrate the marriage of Crown Prince Ludwig of Bavaria to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen (More info)

Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Hugh Jackman Age: 44 Occupation: Actor, Dancer and Singer Known For: Playing Wolverine in the 'X-Men' franchise; appearing in 'Kate & Leopold,' 'Van Helsing,' and 'The Prestige'; winning a Tony Award for his role in 'The Boy from Oz'; and previous hosting stints for the Tonys and the Oscars

Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: David Lee Roth Age: 57 Occupation: Singer and Songwriter Known For: His party-boy persona, being the on-again, off-again lead singer of the band Van Halen, hits with them such as 'You Really Got Me,' 'Dance the Night Away,' and 'Panama,' solo hits such as 'Just a Gigolo,' and recently reuniting with Van Halen for a new album

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1845 – The US Naval Academy opens in Annapolis, Maryland, with 50 midshipmen students (More info) 1973 – US Vice President Spiro Agnew resigns after being charged with federal income tax evasion (More info)

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1871 – The Great Chicago Fire begins and goes on to kill 250 people, leave 100,000 people homeless, and destroy thousands of buildings (More info) 1956 – The New York Yankees' Don Larsen pitches the only perfect game in World Series history (More info)

Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Matt Damon Age: 43 Occupation: Actor, Screenwriter, and Activist Known For: Winning an Oscar for co-writing 'Good Will Hunting' along with close friend Ben Affleck, starring in the 'Ocean's' trilogy and the 'Bourne' series of movies, and his charitable work with organizations such as the ONE Campaign, H2O Africa Foundation, and Water.

Libra turns to Scorpio as the leaves fall in October. At least seven country stars will be celebrating birthdays this month, and that includes at least one milestone mark. Click below to find out which hot country music superstar will be turning 40 in October 2012.

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Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1931 – The George Washington Bridge linking New Jersey and New York opens (More info) 1946 – Twelve Nazi leaders are sentenced to death at the Nuremberg Trials (More info)

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Hillary Rodham Clinton Age: 64 Occupation: Politician and Diplomat Known For: Currently serving as the US Secretary of State, being a former US Senator from New York, serving as the First Lady when her husband Bill Clinton was President, and being one of the most forgiving wives in history

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1888 – The Washington Monument officially opens to the general public (More info) 1936 – Harnessing the power of the Colorado River, Hoover Dam begins sending electricity over transmission lines spanning 266 miles (More info)

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Jackson Browne Age: 63 Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, and Musician Known For: Selling over 17 million albums in the US alone, singles such as ‘The Pretender,’ ‘Running On Empty,’ ‘Lawyers in Love,’ and ‘Somebody’s Baby,’ being a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and a long relationship with actress Daryl Hannah that ended ami