The Caribbean island state of Saint Lucia gained its independence from the United Kingdom.
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Malaysia's leader created an uproar when he announced he favors quinoa over the national dish of rice.
The first cloned animal from an adult animal cell was announced.
Analysis of 65,000-year-old cave paintings in Spain revealed that Neanderthals were the first artists long before humans.
Elvis Presley's 'Heartbreak Hotel' debuted on the music charts. It is known as his first hit song.
Planes were banned from passing over the White House.
