Queen Elizabeth II opened the 11th Commonwealth Games held in Edmonton, Canada.
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'No Matter What' by Irish boy band Boyzone was released.
George W. Bush renewed the Iran and Libya Sanctions Act (ILSA) for an additional five years.
Louis VI had his coronation and was crowned the King of France.
Christopher Columbus set sail on his first voyage from Palos de la Frontera, Spain.
Tokyo had its hottest day on record, reaching a staggering 102.4°F (39.1°C).
