Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom opened at Walt Disney World Resort, Florida.
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The World Economic Forum announced that there will be more plastic than fish in our oceans by as early as 2050.
Emperor Otho began his three-month reign after overthrowing the previous emperor.
Construction of The Pentagon was completed.
Queen Elizabeth I claimed the throne after her half-sister, Queen Mary I, died November 17, 1558.
Inventor Elisha Otis acquired a patent for a steam engine for elevators.
