The United States Coast Guard was formed by an act passed by the US Congress.
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Space Shuttle Challenger exploded just 73 seconds after takeoff, killing all seven crew members.
Tennis sisters went head-to-head when Serena Williams beat Venus Williams 6-4, 6-4 at the Australian Open Women's Tennis.
The Egyptian government shut down 88% of the internet across the country.
Law No. 38 in Iceland was approved, making abortion legal.
Edward VI was crowned King of England after Henry VIII died.
