John Lennon’s most iconic hit, “Imagine,” was released in the UK.
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Northern California's wine country was devastated by sweeping wildfires.
Kenyan environmentalist Wangari Maathai became the first African female to win the Nobel Peace Prize.
An intergovernmental panel on Climate Change reported that the planet will heat up by 2.7°F by 2040, which will wreak havoc on our world.
Inventor Percy L. Spencer patented the Microwave Oven.
Israel formally declared war on Hamas following a surprise attack by Hamas operatives in Israeli-controlled territory.
