2003
The World Health Organization announces that the 2002–2004 SARS outbreak has been contained.
The World Health Organization announces that the 2002–2004 SARS outbreak has been contained.
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1962
The Late Late Show, the world's longest-running chat show by the same broadcaster, airs on RTÉ One for the first time.
The Late Late Show, the world's longest-running chat show by the same broadcaster, airs on RTÉ One for the first time.
2019
The United States defeated the Netherlands 2–0 at the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup final in Lyon, France.
The United States defeated the Netherlands 2–0 at the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup final in Lyon, France.
2007
The first Live Earth benefit concert was held in 11 locations around the world.
The first Live Earth benefit concert was held in 11 locations around the world.
1990
West Germany win the FIFA World Cup final against defending champions Argentina, with Andreas Brehme scoring the…
West Germany win the FIFA World Cup final against defending champions Argentina, with Andreas Brehme scoring the game's only goal.
2006
Italy win their fourth World Cup title, defeating France 5–3 on penalties following a 1–1 draw after extra time.
Italy win their fourth World Cup title, defeating France 5–3 on penalties following a 1–1 draw after extra time.
1922
Johnny Weissmuller swims the 100 meters freestyle in 58.6 seconds, breaking the world swimming record and the 'minute…
Johnny Weissmuller swims the 100 meters freestyle in 58.6 seconds, breaking the world swimming record and the 'minute barrier'.
2011
Amid widespread backlash to revelations of phone hacking, the British weekly tabloid newspaper News of the World…
Amid widespread backlash to revelations of phone hacking, the British weekly tabloid newspaper News of the World publishes its final issue and shuts down after nearly 168 years in print.
2007
Erden Eruç begins the first solo human-powered circumnavigation of the world.
Erden Eruç begins the first solo human-powered circumnavigation of the world.
2000
EADS, the world's second-largest aerospace group is formed by the merger of Aérospatiale-Matra, DASA, and CASA.
EADS, the world's second-largest aerospace group is formed by the merger of Aérospatiale-Matra, DASA, and CASA.
1999
In women's association football, the United States defeats China in a penalty shoot-out at the Rose Bowl near Los…
�at the Rose Bowl near Los Angeles to win the final match of the 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup. Watched by 90,185 spectators, the final sets a new world record for attendance at a women's sporting event.
1962
Telstar, the world's first communications satellite, is launched into orbit.
Telstar, the world's first communications satellite, is launched into orbit.
1938
Howard Hughes begins a 91-hour airplane flight around the world that will set a new record.
Howard Hughes begins a 91-hour airplane flight around the world that will set a new record.
2010
In Johannesburg, Spain defeat the Netherlands 1–0 after extra time to win their first FIFA World Cup title.
In Johannesburg, Spain defeat the Netherlands 1–0 after extra time to win their first FIFA World Cup title.
1982
Italy defeats West Germany 3–1 to win the FIFA World Cup.
Italy defeats West Germany 3–1 to win the FIFA World Cup.
1972
The first game of the World Chess Championship 1972 between challenger Bobby Fischer and defending champion Boris…
The first game of the World Chess Championship 1972 between challenger Bobby Fischer and defending champion Boris Spassky starts.
1405
Ming admiral Zheng He sets sail to explore the world for the first time.
Ming admiral Zheng He sets sail to explore the world for the first time.
1998
France win their first World Cup title, defeating defending champions Brazil 3–0.
France win their first World Cup title, defeating defending champions Brazil 3–0.
2014
Germany wins the FIFA World Cup, defeating Argentina in the final 1–0 after extra time.
Germany wins the FIFA World Cup, defeating Argentina in the final 1–0 after extra time.
1930
The inaugural FIFA World Cup begins in Uruguay.
The inaugural FIFA World Cup begins in Uruguay.