Alanis Morissette claimed four Grammy’s, including Album of the Year with “Jagged Little Pill.”
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The largest prehistoric penguin was discovered.
The New Zealand Navy ended its daily allowance of rum to their sailors.
The UN released a report warning that 14% of Earth's species face a very high risk of extinction.
The FDA in the US started requiring that those purchasing cigarettes under the age of 27 must provide ID to prove they are over 18.
The series finale of M*A*S*H, Goodbye, Farewell and Amen aired.