The first issue of the New York Herald was published by James Gordon Bennett, costing 1 cent per issue.
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The UN reported that one million plant and animal species were at risk of extinction.
Bob Hope performed his first United Service Organization show at California's March Field for service members and their families.
The Hindenburg zeppelin caught fire and was destroyed while attempting to dock in New Jersey.
The final episode of 'Friends' aired.
British man, Roger Bannister, became the first athlete to run one mile in less than four minutes.
