Pope Alexander VI, born Rodrigo de Borja became Pope.
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The world's first roller skating rink opened in Rhode Island.
American steamship S. S. Arapahoe became the first to use the signal 'SOS' off Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, USA.
The Apollo 11 astronauts were released from a three-week quarantine following their liftoff from the moon.
Joseph Pulitzer wrote an article in New York World to ask the public to donate towards constructing the pedestal for the Statue of Liberty.
Airbedandbreakfast.com was launched by its three founders, which is now known as Airbnb.
