The American neo-noir mystery film “Blue Velvet” premiered in Toronto, Canada.
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American actress Katherine Hepburn had her first stage performance in New York City, where she played in 'Night Hostess.'
17,000-year-old cave art was discovered in France.
East London sewers were blocked by an 829-foot (253 meters), 260,000 lb (23 ton) giant fatberg.
The Greeks defeated the Persians in the Battle of Marathon.
An extreme category 5 hurricane called Gilbert hit Jamaica, with the eye of the storm being 15 miles wide.