Authorities blamed climate change for an Anthrax outbreak in the Arctic Circle of Russia.
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Colorado became the 38th state to join the United States of America.
Kenyan cancer survivors protested in Nairobi.
Female rowing duo Heather Stanning & Helen Glover claimed Team GB's first Olympic medal at the London Olympics.
The Mississippi River Bridge collapsed during rush hour.
MTV launched, broadcasting its first music video at 12:01 am.
