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2021

The number of known COVID-19 cases worldwide has surpassed 200 million, with 4.2 million deaths, according to Johns Hopkins.

2020

A massive explosion occurs in the port of Beirut, Lebanon, killing more than 200 people and injuring thousands.

2012

South African Oscar Pistorius becomes the first athlete with both legs amputated to compete in the Olympic Games. He will compete in the 400-meter race in London.

2005

Prime Minister Paul Martin announces the appointment of Michaëlle Jean as Governor General of Canada. This is the first time a person of color has held this position.

1984

Prince releases the album “Purple Rain,” which immediately reaches number one. It remains at the top of the charts for 24 weeks.

1983

Dave Winfield of the New York Yankees accidentally hits and kills a bird during batting practice. Toronto police arrest him after the game for animal cruelty.