John Hinckley, who tried to kill President Reagan, was found not guilty on the grounds of insanity.
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J.K. Rowling published the 5th Harry Potter book 'The Order of the Phoenix.'
Burning the US flag was deemed legal.
Two newly discovered moons orbiting Pluto were named Nix and Hydra.
Carl Nassib became the first openly-gay NFL player to play a regular-season game.
Cyrus McCormick patented the reaping machine.
