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2020

The NHL announces that its All-Star Game and Skills Competition have been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Michael Zehaf-Bibeau attacks the Canadian Parliament in Ottawa, killing one soldier and injuring three other people.

Taylor Swift releases her fourth album, “Red.” It is named Album of the Year by Billboard.

Google Play is launched. It is the official app store for Android-powered devices.

The United Nations celebrates its 50th anniversary.

Queen Elizabeth II delivers a speech in which she acknowledges Quebec’s distinct character.

The Mass for the Inauguration of Pope John Paul II.

U.S. President John F. Kennedy addresses the nation on television. He reveals the Cuban Missile Crisis and imposes a naval blockade.

The first professional football game is televised. Brooklyn defeats Philadelphia 23–14.

Panic sets in as large numbers of savers withdraw their funds from New York banks.

The very first car dealership opens its doors in London.

André-Jacques Garnerin sets the first parachute jump record, a jump of nearly 3,000 feet.

It happened on… October 22