The US Congress approved the 5 cent nickel.
The bill was passed without any debate.
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Billie Holiday was arrested.
Top Gun, directed by Tony Scott and starring Tom Cruise, premiered.
The last episode of the 12 season TV sitcom 'The Big Bang Theory' aired, starring Jim Parson, Johnny Galecki, and Kaley Cuoco.
Baldwin IX was crowned emperor of the Latin Empire, a new state created by the leaders of the Fourth Crusade.
The Beach Boys released their album 'Pet Sounds,' featuring the hit single 'Wouldn't It Be Nice.'
