The Moulin Rouge cabaret opened its doors in Paris for the first time.
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Pope John Paul II became the first pope to visit the White House in Washington, D.C.
Pope Benedict XVI's butler, Paolo Gabriele, was convicted and jailed for 18 months for leaking confidential documents.
'The Jazz Singer' was released. It was the first motion picture with pre-recorded dialogue, revolutionizing the movie industry.
Protestors took to the streets in Hong Kong after the government announced a ban on face masks.
The American epic historical drama movie 'Spartacus' premiered in New York City.
