Disney bought Capital Cities, ABC, and ESPN for $19 billion.
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Christians burned Beatles records because of John Lennon's negative comments about Jesus.
The country of Georgia joined the United Nations shortly after the country became independent.
British explorer James Cook returned to England.
Nobleman John Komnenos the Fat attempted to steal the imperial throne from Alexios III Angelos.
Michael Phelps broke the world record for the most medals won at the Olympics.