Margaret Thatcher became Britain’s first female prime minister.
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American Academy of Arts & Science was established in Boston with James Bowdoin, John, and Samuel Adams as founding members.
The Italian film 'Seven Beauties' became the first film directed by a woman to be nominated for an Academy Award.
An armed man attacked Comedian Dave Chappelle while performing at LA's Hollywood Bowl arena.
The Cincinnati Red Stockings played their first game, winning with 45-9 against the Great Westerns of Cincinnati.
Pope Alexander VI divided the New World between Spain and Portugal.
