British prime minister, Theresa May of the Conservative Party, was elected by the Party’s MPs.
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Legend Frank Sinatra recorded his debut single with the Harry James band.
British singer-songwriter Lily Allen released her first album, 'Alright, Still,' in the UK.
New York City experienced a 25-hour blackout when a substation on the Hudson River was struck by lightning, causing two circuit breakers to trip.
The Live Aid concert raised funds and awareness for famine relief efforts in Africa.
Swedish-American inventor John Ericsson patented the screw propeller design.
