The United States conducted its first and only nuclear artillery test at the Nevada Test Site.
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Alien, directed by Ridley Scott and starring Sigourney Weaver, was released.
Oprah Winfrey aired her last show.
The South Lebanon Conflict, which began in 1985, ended on this day, and Lebanon became liberated.
The Hands Across America charity event was held.
At the 53rd Cannes Film Festival, 'Dancer in the Dark,' directed by Lars von Trier starring Björk, won the Palme d'Or award.
