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.
Dubai's stunning Museum of the Future officially opened with a light show performance for its visitors.
Elvis Presley's 'Heartbreak Hotel' debuted on the music charts. It is known as his first hit song.
Odysseus became the first private spacecraft to land on the Moon.
A 3,500-year-old Ancient Egyptian obelisk called 'Cleopatra's Needle' was erected in Central Park, New York, US.
