NASA’s Voyager 1 spacecraft entered interstellar space, becoming the first artificial object to do so.
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The first daily passenger air service began, going from London to Paris.
Belarus declared its independence from the Soviet Union.
Uruguay gained independence from Brazil, which is now celebrated as a National Holiday for Uruguayans.
Walden W. Shaw and John D. Hertz founded the Shaw Livery Company and introduced the yellow cabs to attract passengers.
US President Biden approved student debt loan forgiveness of up to $20,000 for those who are qualified.