One thousand Nigerian troops were airlifted into Liberia to end the occupation of Monrovia.
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The world's second oldest theme park, Tivoli Gardens, opened in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Kristofer Helgen announced the discovery of the olinguito, a mammal of the raccoon family Procyonidae.
An all-steel church called San Sebastian Church opened in Manila, Philippines.
New Zealand's All Blacks played their first international test against Australia at Sydney Cricket Ground.
Richard Branson's attempt at obtaining the fastest Atlantic crossing ended when his speed boat crashed.
