The United Nations declared Matej Gaspar as the five billionth person in the world.
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Pope Clement VII excommunicated King Henry VIII of England for his terrible behavior.
'Space Oddity' was released by David Bowie.
Charlotte Cooper won a gold medal, making her the first individual female Olympic champion.
Legendary baseballer Babe Ruth made his Major League Baseball debut for the Boston Red Sox.
The city of Tijuana in Mexico was founded.
