Authorities blamed climate change for an Anthrax outbreak in the Arctic Circle of Russia.
Source
While sailing in the Atlantic Ocean, Christopher Columbus discovered Venezuela, which he called 'Isla Santa.'
The Petronas Towers opened in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Formula 1 driver Niki Lauda crashed in the German Grand Prix and was hospitalized with near-fatal burns.
George R. R. Martin published his novel, 'Game of Thrones: A Song of Ice and Fire.'
Female rowing duo Heather Stanning & Helen Glover claimed Team GB's first Olympic medal at the London Olympics.