Golda Meir became the first female Prime Minister of Israel.
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The Bee Gees made their first appearance on TV, performing 'Words' and 'To Love Somebody' on the Ed Sullivan Show.
The FDA approved the first chickenpox vaccine.
Researchers at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory discover Californium, a new radioactive element.
Saint Patrick was captured by Irish raiders from his home in Britain and taken to be a slave in Ireland.
Pop singer-songwriter Sia released her hit single 'Chandelier.'