Following the Sega Saturn’s success in Japan, the console was released in North America on this day.
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Henri Desgrange made the world's first world record for a bicycle, reaching a speed of 21.95 miles per hour.
Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical 'Cats,' based on poetry by T. S. Eliot, first premiered in the West End, London.
Minnesota became the 32nd state to join the United States of America.
A nine-year-old boy died after being struck by lightning during a football coaching session in Blackpool, England.
Natalie Cole released her debut album titled 'Inseparable,' which went on to win two Grammys.
