After 67 years of colonial rule, the Republic of Guinea gained independence from France.
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Three Russian cosmonauts returned from space after spending a record time of 237 days in orbit.
The classic children's book 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit' by Beatrix Potter was published in London, England.
American spy thriller TV series 'Homeland' first aired on Showtime.
British rock band Oasis released their second album, '(What's the Story) Morning Glory?'
A team of scientists invented the sports drink Gatorade in a University of Florida lab.
