- 1843 – News of the World began publication in London.
- 1960 – Cyprus gained its independence from the United Kingdom.
- 1960 – Nigeria gained independence from the United Kingdom.
- 1961 – East and West Cameroon merged as Federal Republic of Cameroon.
- 1971 – Walt Disney World opened near Orlando, Florida, United States.
- 1977 – Brazilian soccer star Pelé retired
- 2001 – Victoria Beckham’s debut solo album was released
- 1966 – George Weah, Liberian politician and ex-football player was born
- 1981 – Júlio Baptista, Brazilian football player and Arsenal midfielder was born
- 1982 – Haruna Babangida, Nigerian football player was born
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