English scientist Robert Hooke was appointed Curator of Experiments at The Royal Society, London, England.
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The Rosetta Philae became the first-ever probe to land on a moving comet.
The musical 'Grand Hotel' was first performed at the Martin Beck Theater in New York City.
Jackie Chan was awarded an honorary Oscar at the 8th Annual Governors Awards for starring in over 200 movies.
A world record commercial railway train speed of 311 mph (500 kph) was achieved by Shanghai Transrapid Railway Systems.
An LA judge ruled to end Britney Spears' conservatorship, giving her control of her life after 14 years.
