The COVID-19 death toll passed 200,000 in the US.
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Former President Abraham Lincoln ordered the emancipation of slaves across the US from January 1, 1863.
The American drama TV series 'Lost' premiered on ABC.
The last group of people was hung for witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials in Massachusetts, US.
Actor Billy Porter who played Pray Tell in the American drama 'Pose,' made history after becoming the first openly gay actor to win an Emmy Award.
Barbados appointed Rihanna as an ambassador to the country.