After 27 years, Betty Rubble debuts as a Flintstone chewable vitamin character
After 27 years, Betty Rubble debuts as a Flintstone chewable vitamin character
Year in History
Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1996. This year saw 222 significant events. 18 notable figures were born. 3 notable figures passed away.
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1996 Timeline
After 27 years, Betty Rubble debuts as a Flintstone chewable vitamin character
After 27 years, Betty Rubble debuts as a Flintstone chewable vitamin character
Princess of Rock Lisa Marie Presley files for divorce from King of Pop Michael Jackson in NYC
Princess of Rock Lisa Marie Presley files for divorce from King of Pop Michael Jackson in NYC
"ER" TV actress Yvette Freeman (39) weds musical director Lawny Hartley (49) in Dunleith, Delaware
"ER" TV actress Yvette Freeman (39) weds musical director Lawny Hartley (49) in Dunleith, Delaware
The 6,138th performance of "Cats" is held in London, surpassing the record of Broadway's longest-running musical, "A Cho
The 6,138th performance of "Cats" is held in London, surpassing the record of Broadway's longest-running musical, "A Chorus Line"
Death Row/Interscope Records releases rapper Tupac Shakur's fourth studio album "All Eyez on Me," his final release duri
Death Row/Interscope Records releases rapper Tupac Shakur's fourth studio album "All Eyez on Me," his final release during his lifetime
Actress Halle Berry files for divorce from David Justice
Halle Maria Berry is an American actress. She began her career as a model and beauty contestant becoming Miss Ohio in 1986, runner-up in Miss USA 1986 and placing sixth in Miss World 1986.
"Trainspotting" directed by Danny Boyle based on the book by Irvine Welsh, starring Ewan McGregor, Robert Carlyle and Jo
"Trainspotting" directed by Danny Boyle based on the book by Irvine Welsh, starring Ewan McGregor, Robert Carlyle and Jonny Lee Miller opens in cinemas in the UK and Ireland
First appearance of Pokémon in the role-playing video game "Pocket Monsters Red and Green" for Game Boy in Japan
Pokémon Red Version and Pokémon Blue Version are 1996 role-playing video games (RPGs) developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo for the Game Boy.
Fashion designer Nicole Miller (44) weds Kim Taipale (42) in the office of New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani
Fashion designer Nicole Miller (44) weds Kim Taipale (42) in the office of New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani
"Fargo" directed and written by Joel and Ethan Coen, starring Frances McDormand, William H. Macy and Steve Buscemi relea
"Fargo" directed and written by Joel and Ethan Coen, starring Frances McDormand, William H. Macy and Steve Buscemi released in the US
Winnie Madikizela-Mandela divorces Nelson Mandela after 38 years of marriage
Nomzamo Winifred Zanyiwe Madikizela-Mandela (born Nomzamo Winifred Zanyiwe Madikizela; 26 September 1936 – 2 April 2018), also known as Winnie Mandela, was a South African politician, anti-apartheid…
Fashion designer Cynthia Rowley (39) weds retail store designer Bill Keenan (43) at Manhattan City Hall in New York
Fashion designer Cynthia Rowley (39) weds retail store designer Bill Keenan (43) at Manhattan City Hall in New York
UK House of Commons announces that the Stone of Scone, aka the Stone of Destiny, used in the coronation of Scottish and
UK House of Commons announces that the Stone of Scone, aka the Stone of Destiny, used in the coronation of Scottish and subsequently English and British monarchs, will be returned to Scotland after 700 years in Westminster Abbey
British girl group the Spice Girls release their debut single "Wannabe" in the UK
"Wannabe" is the debut single by the British girl group the Spice Girls, released on 26 June 1996.
British Prince Charles and Diana, Princess of Wales, sign divorce papers
In the early hours of 31 August 1997, Diana, Princess of Wales, died from injuries sustained in a car crash in the Pont de l'Alma tunnel in Paris, France.
"The Daily Show," a late-night talk and satirical news program hosted by Craig Kilborn, premieres on Comedy Central in t
"The Daily Show," a late-night talk and satirical news program hosted by Craig Kilborn, premieres on Comedy Central in the US
American punk rock band "The Ramones" performs for the last time at the Palace in Hollywood, California
The following is a list of concert performances by the Ramones, complete through 1996. They performed 2,263 concerts over the course of 22 years.
Osama bin Laden issues a message entitled "A Declaration of War Against the Americans Occupying the Land of the Two Holy
Osama bin Laden issues a message entitled "A Declaration of War Against the Americans Occupying the Land of the Two Holy Places"
US President Bill Clinton signs welfare reform into law, representing a major shift in welfare policy
Bill Clinton's tenure as the 42nd president of the United States began with his first inauguration on January 20, 1993, and ended on January 20, 2001.
Rapper Tupac Shakur is shot multiple times in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas and dies 6 days later
Tupac Amaru Shakur ( TOO-pahk shə-KOOR; born Lesane Parish Crooks; June 16, 1971 – September 13, 1996), also known by his stage names 2Pac and Makaveli, was an American rapper and actor.
English-American actress Elizabeth Taylor's 8th (and final) divorce from American construction worker Larry Fortensky, a
English-American actress Elizabeth Taylor's 8th (and final) divorce from American construction worker Larry Fortensky, after 5 years of marriage
The US deploys troops in Northern Bosnia with the intention of maintaining order and peace between Bosnian Serbs and Mus
The US deploys troops in Northern Bosnia with the intention of maintaining order and peace between Bosnian Serbs and Muslims
First successful clamshell flip mobile phone, the Motorola StarTAC, goes on sale; eventually, 60 million units are sold
First successful clamshell flip mobile phone, the Motorola StarTAC, goes on sale; eventually, 60 million units are sold
Hamas operative Yahya Ayyash is killed by an Israeli-planted booby-trapped cell phone
Hamas operative Yahya Ayyash is killed by an Israeli-planted booby-trapped cell phone
Miami Dolphins coach Don Shula announces his retirement
The 1996 season was the Miami Dolphins' 31st season overall, their 27th in the National Football League (NFL), their seventh under general manager Eddie Jones and their first under head coach Jimmy...
Record £42 million ($65.2 million) British lottery won by 3 people (2-3-4-13-42-44)
Record £42 million ($65.2 million) British lottery won by 3 people (2-3-4-13-42-44)
16th United Negro College Fund raises $12,600,000
16th United Negro College Fund raises $12,600,000
Blizzard buries eastern US causing at least 50 deaths
A severe blizzard paralyzed the United States East Coast with up to 4 feet (1.2 m) of wind-driven snow from January 6 to January 8, 1996.
Boston guard Dana Barros sinks a 3-point field goal in his 89th straight game, during the Celtics' 113-104 win over Sacr
Boston guard Dana Barros sinks a 3-point field goal in his 89th straight game, during the Celtics' 113-104 win over Sacramento Kings; NBA record streak ends in next game when he goes 0 from 9
Jimmy Johnson announced as new coach of NFL's Miami Dolphins
The 1996 season was the Miami Dolphins' 31st season overall, their 27th in the National Football League (NFL), their seventh under general manager Eddie Jones and their first under head coach Jimmy...
Haiti becomes a member of the Berne Convention copyright treaty
The Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works, usually known as the Berne Convention, was an international assembly held in 1886 in the Swiss city of Bern by ten European...
Russian troops arrive in Bosnia as part of a joint operation with the US
Russian troops arrive in Bosnia as part of a joint operation with the US
Detroit center Steve Yzerman scores his 500th career NHL goal as the Red Wings beat Colorado, 3-2 at Joe Louis Arena and
Detroit center Steve Yzerman scores his 500th career NHL goal as the Red Wings beat Colorado, 3-2 at Joe Louis Arena and joins Gordie Howe as the only players to score 500 goals for Detroit
Baseball owners unanimously approve interleague play in 1997
Baseball owners unanimously approve interleague play in 1997
NHL Board of Governors approves sale of Winnipeg Jets, officially clearing the way for the team to move to Phoenix, Ariz
NHL Board of Governors approves sale of Winnipeg Jets, officially clearing the way for the team to move to Phoenix, Arizona in time for 1996-97 season
WPAT FM NYC radio station switches to English-Spanish format
WPAT FM NYC radio station switches to English-Spanish format
The first version of the Java programming language released
Java is a high-level, general-purpose, memory-safe, object-oriented programming language.
Ottawa Senators set an NHL record with 16th consecutive home game without a win (0-15-1) in a 4-2 loss to Detroit at the
Ottawa Senators set an NHL record with 16th consecutive home game without a win (0-15-1) in a 4-2 loss to Detroit at the Palladium; old record (15) shared by 1928 Black Hawks & 1939 Canadiens
15 day old conjoined twins separated: Sarah Morales survives, Sarahi dies
15 day old conjoined twins separated: Sarah Morales survives, Sarahi dies
Super Bowl XXX, Sun Devil Stadium, Tempe, AZ: Dallas Cowboys beat Pittsburgh Steelers, 27-17; MVP: Larry Brown, Dallas,
Super Bowl XXX, Sun Devil Stadium, Tempe, AZ: Dallas Cowboys beat Pittsburgh Steelers, 27-17; MVP: Larry Brown, Dallas, CB
Commander of the U.S. Fifth Fleet Scott Redd states that Iran test-fired a new anti-ship missile near the Strait of Horm
Commander of the U.S. Fifth Fleet Scott Redd states that Iran test-fired a new anti-ship missile near the Strait of Hormuz
50 people die and many more injured in a suicide bombing in Sri Lanka by separatist Tamil Tigers
50 people die and many more injured in a suicide bombing in Sri Lanka by separatist Tamil Tigers
The Communications Decency Act is passed by the U.S. Congress.
The Communications Decency Act of 1996 (CDA) was the United States Congress's first legislative attempt to regulate obscene and indecent material on the Internet. In the 1997 landmark case Reno v.
British supermarket chains stock genetically modified tomato puree, the first GM food sold in the country
British supermarket chains stock genetically modified tomato puree, the first GM food sold in the country
The Irish Republican Army declares the end of its 18 month ceasefire shortly followed by a large bomb in London's Canary
The Irish Republican Army declares the end of its 18 month ceasefire shortly followed by a large bomb in London's Canary Wharf.
A bomb explodes in Docklands area of London, ending the 17-month ceasefire; James McArdle is eventually found guilty and
A bomb explodes in Docklands area of London, ending the 17-month ceasefire; James McArdle is eventually found guilty and jailed for 25 years
"The Score" second studio album by Fugees is released (Billboard no. 1 year end Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums 1996)
The Score is the second and final studio album by American hip-hop group Fugees, released worldwide on February 13, 1996, by Columbia Records.
Gary Kirsten scores 188* for South Africa v UAE at Rawalpindi
Gary Kirsten scores 188* for South Africa v UAE at Rawalpindi
38th Daytona 500: Dale Jarrett wins his 2nd Great American race ahead of Dale Earnhardt and Ken Schrader
38th Daytona 500: Dale Jarrett wins his 2nd Great American race ahead of Dale Earnhardt and Ken Schrader
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in York, Pennsylvania on WQXA 105.7 FM
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in York, Pennsylvania on WQXA 105.7 FM
Soyuz TM-23 launches into orbit
Soyuz TM-23 launches into orbit
Spaces shuttle Columbia 19 (STS 75) launches into orbit
Space Shuttle Columbia (OV-102) was a Space Shuttle orbiter manufactured by Rockwell International and operated by NASA.
Cuba downs 2 US planes
Cuba downs 2 US planes
Rajindra Dhanraj takes 16-167 in match Trinidad v Leeward Is
Rajindra Dhanraj takes 16-167 in match Trinidad v Leeward Is
Russian spacecraft Soyuz TM-23 returning from Mir space station
Soyuz TM-23 was a Soyuz spaceflight which launched on February 21, 1996, to Mir. The spacecraft launched from Baikonur Cosmodrome, and after two days of flight, Yuri Onufrienko and Yury Usachov...
British Steel in Workington wins Lithuanian multi-million pound order
British Steel in Workington wins Lithuanian multi-million pound order
NASA space shuttle STS-75 (Columbia 19) lands
NASA Astronaut Group 16 ("The Sardines") was a group of 44 astronauts announced by NASA on May 1, 1996.
NYC Mayor Rudy Guiliani visits Israel
NYC Mayor Rudy Guiliani visits Israel
John Winston Howard becomes the 25th Prime Minister of Australia. His term in office is the second longest in Australian
John Winston Howard becomes the 25th Prime Minister of Australia. His term in office is the second longest in Australian history, ending December 3, 2007.
At Dunblane Primary School, Scotland, 16 children and 1 teacher are shot dead by Thomas Hamilton who then commits suicid
At Dunblane Primary School, Scotland, 16 children and 1 teacher are shot dead by Thomas Hamilton who then commits suicide. Results in handguns being banned in the UK.
Crufts show at NEC Birmingham, (1995 winner, Joshua, an Irish setter)
Crufts show at NEC Birmingham, (1995 winner, Joshua, an Irish setter)
ICC Men's Cricket ODI World Cup, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan: Sri Lanka upsets Australia by 7 wickets for their fi
ICC Men's Cricket ODI World Cup, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan: Sri Lanka upsets Australia by 7 wickets for their first title; Player of the Match: Aravinda de Silva (SL) 107 no (124), 3/42 & 2 catches
50,000 swimmers raise 15 million for charity during BT's Swimathon '96
50,000 swimmers raise 15 million for charity during BT's Swimathon '96
"Love Thy Neighbor" opens at Booth Theater NYC
"Love Thy Neighbor" opens at Booth Theater NYC
Cheryl Depew of Florida crowned 13th Miss Hawaiian Tropic International
Cheryl Depew of Florida crowned 13th Miss Hawaiian Tropic International
Taiwan holds its first direct elections and chooses Lee Teng-hui as President.
The history of the island of Taiwan dates back tens of thousands of years to the earliest known evidence of human habitation.
MTA raises NYC bridge tolls to $3.50 each way
MTA raises NYC bridge tolls to $3.50 each way
The International Monetary Fund approves a $10.2 billion loan for Russia
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an international financial institution and a specialized agency of the United Nations, headquartered in Washington, D.C.
Cleveland Browns choose new name for their relocated team - Baltimore Ravens
Cleveland Browns choose new name for their relocated team - Baltimore Ravens
NY Mets beats NY Yankees 5-3 in an exhibition game
NY Mets beats NY Yankees 5-3 in an exhibition game
First time in MLB history, the regular season opens in March with Seattle Mariners beating Chicago White Sox, 3-2 in 12
First time in MLB history, the regular season opens in March with Seattle Mariners beating Chicago White Sox, 3-2 in 12 innings at the Kingdome, Seattle
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Boston, Massachusetts on WBCN 104.1 FM, in the live morning drive slot
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Boston, Massachusetts on WBCN 104.1 FM, in the live morning drive slot
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Austin, Texas on KJFK 98.9 FM
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Austin, Texas on KJFK 98.9 FM
John Bobbitt is put under house arrest in Las Vegas for 120 days
John Bobbitt is put under house arrest in Las Vegas for 120 days
Pakistan beats Sri Lanka to win Cricket's Singer Cup in Singapore
Singapore, officially the Republic of Singapore, is an island country and city-state in Southeast Asia.
Fastest wind speed ever recorded (not a tornado) is 408 km/h (220 kn; 253 mph; 113 m/s) during Tropical Cyclone Olivia o
Fastest wind speed ever recorded (not a tornado) is 408 km/h (220 kn; 253 mph; 113 m/s) during Tropical Cyclone Olivia on Barrow Island, Australia
Detroit Red Wings become 2nd NHL team to win 60 games in a season
The Detroit Red Wings are a professional ice hockey team based in Detroit. The Red Wings compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Atlantic Division in the Eastern Conference.
En route to NHL record 62 victories Detroit Red Wings win #61
The Detroit Red Wings are a professional ice hockey team based in Detroit. The Red Wings compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Atlantic Division in the Eastern Conference.
Detroit Red Wings win NHL record 62 games
The Detroit Red Wings (colloquially referred to as the Wings) are a professional ice hockey team based in Detroit.
In Lebanon, at least 106 civilians are killed when the Israel Defense Forces accidentally shell the UN compound at Quana
In Lebanon, at least 106 civilians are killed when the Israel Defense Forces accidentally shell the UN compound at Quana.
Rangers scores 16 in 8th vs Orioles
The Baltimore Orioles are an American professional baseball team based in Baltimore. The Orioles compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the American League (AL) East Division.
NFL Draft: Keyshawn Johnson from USC first pick by New York Jets
Joseph Keyshawn Johnson is an American former professional football wide receiver who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 11 seasons. He played college football for the USC Trojans, and...
"Delicate Balance" opens at Plymouth Theater NYC
"Delicate Balance" opens at Plymouth Theater NYC
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Reno, Nevada on KRZQ 96.5 FM
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Reno, Nevada on KRZQ 96.5 FM
Highest scoring MLB baseball game in 17 years - Minnesota Twins 24, Detroit Tigers 11
The Detroit Tigers are an American professional baseball team based in Detroit. The Tigers compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the American League (AL) Central Division.
"Bring in Da Noise, Bring in Da Funk" opens at Ambassador Theater NYC
"Bring in Da Noise, Bring in Da Funk" opens at Ambassador Theater NYC
Shaun Pollock takes 4 wkts in 4 balls for Warwickshire in B&H
Shaun Pollock takes 4 wkts in 4 balls for Warwickshire in B&H
Brunswick World Tournament of Champions won by Dave D'Entremont
Dave D'Entremont (June 15, 1961 – October 12, 2013) of Middleburg Heights, Ohio was an American professional 10-pin bowler and member of the Professional Bowlers Association PBA Tour.
In Australia's worst massacre in modern history, Martin Bryant shoots and kills 35 in Port Arthur, Tasmania. Leads to a
In Australia's worst massacre in modern history, Martin Bryant shoots and kills 35 in Port Arthur, Tasmania. Leads to a compulsory gun buy back program and major changes to gun control laws.
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Fresno, California on KFRR 104.1 FM
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Fresno, California on KFRR 104.1 FM
Dutch Itallian Beppo-SAX launches from Cape Canaveral
Dutch Itallian Beppo-SAX launches from Cape Canaveral
Miami Heat beaten, 112-91 to Chicago Bulls to be swept 3-0 in round 1 of NBA Eastern Division playoffs; first time in hi
Miami Heat beaten, 112-91 to Chicago Bulls to be swept 3-0 in round 1 of NBA Eastern Division playoffs; first time in his 14 years as head coach Pat Riley ousted in the opening round
Martin Moxon and Michael Vaughan make 362 for the 1st wicket, Yorkshire v Glamorgan
Martin Moxon and Michael Vaughan make 362 for the 1st wicket, Yorkshire v Glamorgan
Greg Pavlik one-hits Tigers making the Rangers 1st AL team to pitch back-to-back one-hitters since the Washington Senato
Greg Pavlik one-hits Tigers making the Rangers 1st AL team to pitch back-to-back one-hitters since the Washington Senators in 1917
Body of former CIA Director William Colby is found washed up on a riverbank in southern Maryland eight days after his di
Body of former CIA Director William Colby is found washed up on a riverbank in southern Maryland eight days after his disappearance
Comedian Martin Lawrence suffers a nervous breakdown
Comedian Martin Lawrence suffers a nervous breakdown
Florida Marlin Al Leiter no hits Colorado Rockies, 11-0
Alois Terry Leiter is an American former professional baseball player and current television sports commentator.
Yankees losing 8-0 to Chicago White Sox, come back to win 9-8
The Chicago White Sox are an American professional baseball team based in Chicago. The White Sox compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the American League (AL) Central Division.
Habib & Whitaker make 320 for 5th Cricket wkt, Leics v Worcs
Habib & Whitaker make 320 for 5th Cricket wkt, Leics v Worcs
WIBC Bowling Queens won by Lisa Wagner
Lisa Wagner is a retired professional ten-pin bowler who competed on the Professional Women's Bowling Association (PWBA) Tour from 1980 through 2001.
STS 77 (Endeavour 11), launches into orbit
STS 77 (Endeavour 11), launches into orbit
49th Cannes Film Festival: "Secrets & Lies" directed by Mike Leigh wins the Palme d'Or
49th Cannes Film Festival: "Secrets & Lies" directed by Mike Leigh wins the Palme d'Or
Ken Griffey Jr, 26, is 8th youngest to hits 200 home runs
Ken Griffey Jr, 26, is 8th youngest to hits 200 home runs
Fred Norris of the Howard Stern show changes his first name legally to Eric
Howard Allan Stern is an American broadcaster, comedian, and media personality. He is best known for his radio show, The Howard Stern Show, which gained popularity when it was nationally syndicated...
"Spy Hard" starring Leslie Nielsen is released
Spy Hard is a 1996 American spy parody film starring Leslie Nielsen (who also executive produced) and Nicollette Sheridan, Charles Durning, Marcia Gay Harden, Barry Bostwick, and Andy Griffith,...
1st Super Rugby Final, Eden Park, Auckland: Blues win inaugural title with a 45-21 victory over the Natal Sharks; fullba
1st Super Rugby Final, Eden Park, Auckland: Blues win inaugural title with a 45-21 victory over the Natal Sharks; fullback Adrian Cashmore lands 3 penalties & 3 conversions for the home team
Parliamentary elections in Albania results are disputed, with irregularities and intimidation causing opposition parties
Parliamentary elections in Albania results are disputed, with irregularities and intimidation causing opposition parties to withdraw; pro-Western Democratic party wins over 50% of the vote
69th National Spelling Bee: Wendy Guey wins spelling vivisepulture
The Scripps National Spelling Bee (formerly the Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee and commonly called the National Spelling Bee) is an annual spelling bee held in the United States.
Mark Van Thillo and Abigail Alling, former biospherian win $100,000 lawsuit against Biospheric Development for Space Bio
Mark Van Thillo and Abigail Alling, former biospherian win $100,000 lawsuit against Biospheric Development for Space Biospheres Ventures
50th Tony Awards: "Master Class" (play) & "Rent" (musical) win
The 50th Annual Tony Awards was broadcast by CBS from the Majestic Theatre on June 2, 1996. Nathan Lane was the host.
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Memphis, Tennessee, on WMFS 92.9 FM
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Memphis, Tennessee, on WMFS 92.9 FM
Julia and Noah wed on "All My Children"
Julia and Noah wed on "All My Children"
Australian cricketer Dean Jones takes career-best 5-112 for Derbyshire v Hampshire
Australian cricketer Dean Jones takes career-best 5-112 for Derbyshire v Hampshire
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Toledo, Ohio, on WBUZ 106.5 FM
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Toledo, Ohio, on WBUZ 106.5 FM
3 Philadelphia Fed Court judges overturn US indecency ban on internet
3 Philadelphia Fed Court judges overturn US indecency ban on internet
Montana Freemen surrender after an 81-day standoff with FBI agents
The Montana Freemen were an anti-government Christian Patriot militia based outside the town of Jordan, Montana, United States.
IRA bomb in Manchester wrecks city centre at 11.17am, injuring 200
IRA bomb in Manchester wrecks city centre at 11.17am, injuring 200
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Syracuse, New York on WAQX 95.7 FM
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Syracuse, New York on WAQX 95.7 FM
Space Shuttle STS 78 (Columbia 20), launches into space
Space Shuttle Columbia (OV-102) was a Space Shuttle orbiter manufactured by Rockwell International and operated by NASA.
Irish Journalist Veronica Guerin is shot in her car while in traffic in the outskirts of Dublin
Irish Journalist Veronica Guerin is shot in her car while in traffic in the outskirts of Dublin
Andrea Leah Plummer, of Tennessee, crowned 39th America's Junior Miss
Andrea Leah Plummer, of Tennessee, crowned 39th America's Junior Miss
Caroline Frolic (Miss Ontario), crowned Miss Renaissance USA
Caroline Frolic (Miss Ontario), crowned Miss Renaissance USA
Canadian NHL franchise Winnipeg Jets officially moves to Arizona, renamed the Phoenix Coyotes
The Winnipeg Jets were a professional ice hockey team based in Winnipeg. They began play in the World Hockey Association (WHA) in 1972.
Hot Mail, a free internet E-mail service begins
Hot Mail, a free internet E-mail service begins
Angels score 3 top 1st, Oakland A's respond with 13 bottom 1st, highest-scoring 1st inning by 2 teams in MLB history, A'
Angels score 3 top 1st, Oakland A's respond with 13 bottom 1st, highest-scoring 1st inning by 2 teams in MLB history, A's win 16-8
In a 2-0 win v Brewers, New York Yankees closer John Wetteland sets MLB record 20 consecutive saves en route to 24
In a 2-0 win v Brewers, New York Yankees closer John Wetteland sets MLB record 20 consecutive saves en route to 24
Cigar wins a record 16th consecutive race, tying Citation's record from 1948
Cigar (April 18, 1990 – October 7, 2014), was an American Thoroughbred racehorse who was the 1995 and 1996 American Horse of the Year.
New York Yankees closer John Wetteland sets MLB record 24 consecutive saves
John Karl Wetteland is an American former baseball pitcher who played 12 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB).
Paris-bound flight TWA 800, explodes off the coast of Long Island, New York, killing all 230 on board the Boeing 747
Paris-bound flight TWA 800, explodes off the coast of Long Island, New York, killing all 230 on board the Boeing 747
Storms provoke severe flooding on the Saguenay River, beginning one of Québec's costliest natural disasters ever
Storms provoke severe flooding on the Saguenay River, beginning one of Québec's costliest natural disasters ever
Jason Gallian scores 312 in 683 mins for Lancashire v Derbyshire
Jason Gallian scores 312 in 683 mins for Lancashire v Derbyshire
In Spain an ETA bomb at an airport kills 35
In Spain an ETA bomb at an airport kills 35
Kim LaPlante of Washington State is crowned Mrs. United States
Kim LaPlante of Washington State is crowned Mrs. United States
Bomb explodes at Atlanta Olympic Park, killing one and injuring 110
Bomb explodes at Atlanta Olympic Park, killing one and injuring 110
Americans Karch Kiraly and Kent Steffes win inaugural beach volleyball gold medal at the Atlanta Olympics; Kiraly is fir
Americans Karch Kiraly and Kent Steffes win inaugural beach volleyball gold medal at the Atlanta Olympics; Kiraly is first to win gold in indoor and beach events
American athlete Michael Johnson wins 200 m at the Atlanta Olympics in a world record 19.32 seconds to become the first
American athlete Michael Johnson wins 200 m at the Atlanta Olympics in a world record 19.32 seconds to become the first man to complete the 200-400 m double
"Macarena" by Los Del Rio starts a 14-week run at No. 1 on the US singles chart; sales of 11 million copies worldwide le
"Macarena" by Los Del Rio starts a 14-week run at No. 1 on the US singles chart; sales of 11 million copies worldwide lead to its ranking as the No. 1 Greatest One-Hit Wonder of All Time by VH1 in 2002
Kansas City Chiefs rout Dallas Cowboys 32-6 in an NFL preseason exhibition game in Monterrey, Mexico
The Kansas City Chiefs are a professional American football team based in Kansas City, Missouri.
American jazz artist Mel Tormé (70) suffers a stroke, ending his 65-year singing career
American jazz artist Mel Tormé (70) suffers a stroke, ending his 65-year singing career
"Breakfast on Fox" premieres
"Breakfast on Fox" premieres
Microsoft releases Internet Explorer 3.0
Microsoft Internet Explorer 3 (IE3) is the third version of the Internet Explorer graphical web browser which was announced in March 1996, and was released on August 13, 1996 by Microsoft for...
Soyuz TM-24 is launched into orbit
Soyuz TM-24 was the 27th expedition to Mir. Soyuz TM-24 carried a crew of three. The crew consisted of Cosmonauts Valery Korzun and Aleksandr Kaleri, and the first French woman in space, Claudie...
Record 6,654 tap dancers in a single routine at Macy's Tap-O-mania in New York City
Record 6,654 tap dancers in a single routine at Macy's Tap-O-mania in New York City
Major South African political parties begin their submissions to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC)
Major South African political parties begin their submissions to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC)
India defeats Pakistan in the Under-15 World Challenge Final at Lord's
India, officially the Republic of India, is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by area; the most populous country since 2023; and, since its independence in 1947, the world's...
In Venezuela, a subsidiary of state-owned Petroleos de Venezuela (PdVSA), Corpoven, signs a memorandum of understanding
In Venezuela, a subsidiary of state-owned Petroleos de Venezuela (PdVSA), Corpoven, signs a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with U.S.-based ARCO
ANC makes its first submission to Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC)
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) was a court-like restorative justice body assembled in South Africa in 1996 after the end of apartheid.
Dino Ciccarelli is traded by the Detroit Red Wings to the Tampa Bay Lightning
Dino Ciccarelli ( DEE-no SIS-ə-RELL-ee, born February 8, 1960) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who played 19 seasons in the National Hockey League from 1980 to 1999, primarily...
Vnukovo Airlines Flight 2801, operated by a Tupolev Tu-154, crashes into a mountain on the Arctic island of Spitsbergen,
Vnukovo Airlines Flight 2801, operated by a Tupolev Tu-154, crashes into a mountain on the Arctic island of Spitsbergen, killing all 141 on board
The Carolina Panthers outgun the Atlanta Falcons 29-6 in their first regular season NFL game at Ericsson Stadium in Char
The Carolina Panthers outgun the Atlanta Falcons 29-6 in their first regular season NFL game at Ericsson Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina
Jerry Lewis' 31st Muscular Dystrophy telethon raises $49,200,000
Jerry Lewis' 31st Muscular Dystrophy telethon raises $49,200,000
David Slowinski and Paul Gage discover 2^1257787 - 1, the 34th known Mersenne prime
David Slowinski and Paul Gage discover 2^1257787 - 1, the 34th known Mersenne prime
Following US cruise missile strikes on Iraq, crude oil prices rise as the market speculates about when Iraq will begin e
Following US cruise missile strikes on Iraq, crude oil prices rise as the market speculates about when Iraq will begin exporting oil under UN Resolution 986
Baltimore Orioles' Eddie Murray hits his 500th career home run
Eddie Clarence Murray, nicknamed "Steady Eddie", is an American former Major League Baseball (MLB) first baseman, designated hitter, and coach.
48th Emmy Awards: "ER," Dennis Franz, and Kathy Baker win
The 48th Primetime Emmy Awards were held at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California.
Union Pacific Railroad purchases Southern Pacific Railroad
The Southern Pacific (reporting mark SP) (or Espee from the railroad initials) was an American Class I railroad network that existed from 1865 to 1996 and operated largely in the Western United...
Phil Simmons scores 171 & takes 6-14 for Leics v Durham
Phil Simmons scores 171 & takes 6-14 for Leics v Durham
As' Mark McGwire is 13th player to hit 50-HRs in a season
As' Mark McGwire is 13th player to hit 50-HRs in a season
Bangladesh beat UAE by 104 runs to win the ACC Trophy Final
Bangladesh beat UAE by 104 runs to win the ACC Trophy Final
MLB Minnesota Twins' Paul Molitor becomes the 21st player to reach 3,000 hits
MLB Minnesota Twins' Paul Molitor becomes the 21st player to reach 3,000 hits
Dodger Hideo Nomo no-hits the Colorado Rockies 9-0 at Coors Field
Coors Field is a baseball stadium in downtown Denver, Colorado, United States. It is the ballpark of Major League Baseball's Colorado Rockies.
Roger Clemens ties his own Major League record with 20 strikeouts
William Roger Clemens, nicknamed "Rocket", is an American former professional baseball pitcher who played 24 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB), most notably with the Boston Red Sox and New York...
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania (WZMT 97.9 FM) and in West Palm Beach, Florida (WCLB 95.
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania (WZMT 97.9 FM) and in West Palm Beach, Florida (WCLB 95.5 FM)
Last of the Magdalene laundry asylums for "fallen women" closes in Dublin, Ireland
Magdalene asylums, also known as Magdalene laundries (named after the Biblical figure Mary Magdalene), were initially Protestant but later mostly Roman Catholic institutions that operated from the...
San Francisco Giants' Barry Bonds is the second MLB player to hit 40 home runs and steal 40 bases in a season
Barry Lamar Bonds is an American former professional baseball left fielder who played 22 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB).
Baltimore Oriole Roberto Alomar spits in face of umpire John Hirschbeck
Roberto Alomar Velázquez is a Puerto Rican former second baseman who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for seventeen seasons.
First ODI played in Kenya between home team and Sri Lanka
The History of the Sri Lanka national cricket team began with the formation of the Colombo Cricket Club in 1832.
"Delicate Balance" closes at Plymouth Theatre in New York City
"Delicate Balance" closes at Plymouth Theatre in New York City
Thunderdome in Tampa Bay is renamed Tropicana Field
Thunderdome in Tampa Bay is renamed Tropicana Field
BPAA US Bowling Open by Dave Husted
David Husted, of Milwaukie, Oregon, is a retired professional ten-pin bowler and member of the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA).
Cleveland Indians strike out 23 Baltimore Orioles in 12 innings in a 4-3 ALDS win at Jacobs Field; Orioles win the serie
Cleveland Indians strike out 23 Baltimore Orioles in 12 innings in a 4-3 ALDS win at Jacobs Field; Orioles win the series 3-1
Cornerstone dedication for Holocaust Museum in New York City
Cornerstone dedication for Holocaust Museum in New York City
Ford buys rights to name Detroit domed stadium for $40 million
Ford buys rights to name Detroit domed stadium for $40 million
Braves blow out St Louis, 14-0 in an NLCS game
Braves blow out St Louis, 14-0 in an NLCS game
Eighty-four people are killed and more than 180 injured as 47,000 football fans attempt to squeeze into the 36,000-seat
Eighty-four people are killed and more than 180 injured as 47,000 football fans attempt to squeeze into the 36,000-seat Estadio Mateo Flores in Guatemala City
Wasim Akram (257) and Saqlain Mushtaq achieve a cricket Test record of 313 for the 8th wicket against Zimbabwe at Sheikh
Wasim Akram (257) and Saqlain Mushtaq achieve a cricket Test record of 313 for the 8th wicket against Zimbabwe at Sheikhupura
NY Yankee Bernie Williams hits record tying 7th post season HR, as Yanks tie record of 6th straight post season road win
NY Yankee Bernie Williams hits record tying 7th post season HR, as Yanks tie record of 6th straight post season road win (en route to 8)
At the last game at Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium, the Yankees win a record 8th consecutive road post-season game (with
At the last game at Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium, the Yankees win a record 8th consecutive road post-season game (with no losses)
Frank, brother of Yank manager Joe Torre, receives a heart transplant
Frank, brother of Yank manager Joe Torre, receives a heart transplant
US beats Japan, 21½-14½, at Nichirei International Golf Tournament
US beats Japan, 21½-14½, at Nichirei International Golf Tournament
Apple Records releases The Beatles "Anthology 3" (double CD; triple LP), the last of a three-part series of rare recordi
Apple Records releases The Beatles "Anthology 3" (double CD; triple LP), the last of a three-part series of rare recordings and outtakes by the Beatles; the set covers the years 1968-70; the album tops the Billboard charts in the US and peaks at No. 4 in the UK
Exxon confirms that it is in talks with state-owned Qatar General Petroleum Corporation concerning the application of ne
Exxon confirms that it is in talks with state-owned Qatar General Petroleum Corporation concerning the application of new technology to convert natural gas to petroleum products
American jam band Phish performs The Talking Heads' "Remain In Light" as a musical costume during a show at the Omni Col
American jam band Phish performs The Talking Heads' "Remain In Light" as a musical costume during a show at the Omni Coliseum in Atlanta, Georgia
Philadelphia 76ers inaugurate NBA season with opening of the CoreStates Center before 20,444; largest crowd to see a bas
Philadelphia 76ers inaugurate NBA season with opening of the CoreStates Center before 20,444; largest crowd to see a basketball game in state of Pennsylvania; lose to Milwaukee Bucks, 111-103
Miami Heat’s Pat Riley becomes eighth coach to win 800 games in 97-95 win at Indiana; milestone accomplished 2 weeks shy
Miami Heat’s Pat Riley becomes eighth coach to win 800 games in 97-95 win at Indiana; milestone accomplished 2 weeks shy of his 15th coaching anniversary, faster than any coach in NBA history
San Francisco 49ers receiver Jerry Rice grabs 3 passes for 45 yards and a TD to become 1st player in NFL history to reac
San Francisco 49ers receiver Jerry Rice grabs 3 passes for 45 yards and a TD to become 1st player in NFL history to reach 1,000 career receptions in 24-17 win over New Orleans Saints; finishes career with 1,549
Spalding Gray's one-man show "It's a Slippery Slope" opens for a limited-run of 17 performances at the Vivian Beaumont
Spalding Gray's one-man show "It's a Slippery Slope" opens for a limited-run of 17 performances at the Vivian Beaumont Theater, NYC
Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter is the unanimous choice as AL Rookie of the Year
Derek Sanderson Jeter ( JEE-tər; born June 26, 1974), nicknamed "the Captain", is an American former professional baseball player, businessman, and baseball executive.
"3 Sisters" opens at Lunt-Fontanne Theater NYC
"3 Sisters" opens at Lunt-Fontanne Theater NYC
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher John Smoltz wins NL Cy Young Award; Pat Hentgen of the Toronto Blue Jays claims AL Award
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher John Smoltz wins NL Cy Young Award; Pat Hentgen of the Toronto Blue Jays claims AL Award
Saudi Arabian Flight 763 and Kazakhstan Airlines Flight 1907 collide in midair over Charkhi Dadri in India, killing 349
Saudi Arabian Flight 763 and Kazakhstan Airlines Flight 1907 collide in midair over Charkhi Dadri in India, killing 349 people, the third-deadliest aviation disaster in history
"Three Sisters" closes at Lunt-Fontanne Theater NYC
"Three Sisters" closes at Lunt-Fontanne Theater NYC
Revival of John Kander and Fred Ebb's musical "Chicago" opens at Richard Rodgers Theater, NYC
Revival of John Kander and Fred Ebb's musical "Chicago" opens at Richard Rodgers Theater, NYC
"Present Laughter" opens at Walter Kerr Theater NYC
"Present Laughter" opens at Walter Kerr Theater NYC
"Star Trek: First Contact" film directed by Jonathan Frakes and starring Patrick Stewart and Jonathan Frakes premieres
Star Trek: First Contact is a 1996 American science fiction film directed by Jonathan Frakes in his feature film debut.
Eappen family hire Louise Woodward as their nanny, later charged with murder and convicted of involuntary manslaughter
Eappen family hire Louise Woodward as their nanny, later charged with murder and convicted of involuntary manslaughter
Albert Belle signs a record five-year, $55 million contract with the White Sox
Albert Jojuan Belle, formerly known as Joey Belle, is an American former Major League Baseball outfielder who played from 1989 to 2000, most notably for the Cleveland Indians.
"Rehearsal" opens at Criterion Theater NYC
"Rehearsal" opens at Criterion Theater NYC
The Republic of Angola officially joins the World Trade Organization.
The original members of the World Trade Organization are the parties to the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) after ratifying the Uruguay Round Agreements, and the European Communities.
Mashonaland defeat Matabeleland to win the Logan Cricket Cup
Mashonaland defeat Matabeleland to win the Logan Cricket Cup
Disneyland Main Street Electrical Parade ends after 24 years
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Baseball owners approve interleague play, 26-4
Interleague play in Major League Baseball refers to regular-season baseball games played between an American League (AL) team and a National League (NL) team.
South African cricket opening batsman Gary Kirsten follows his 1st innings 102 with 133 in the Proteas' 329 run 2nd Test
South African cricket opening batsman Gary Kirsten follows his 1st innings 102 with 133 in the Proteas' 329 run 2nd Test win v India in Kolkata
South African cricket all-rounder Lance Klusener takes 8-64 on debut in Proteas' 329 run 2nd Test win v India in Kolkata
South African cricket all-rounder Lance Klusener takes 8-64 on debut in Proteas' 329 run 2nd Test win v India in Kolkata
NASA's 1st Mars rover launched from Cape Canaveral
NASA's 1st Mars rover launched from Cape Canaveral
"Dreams & Nightmares" opens at Martin Beck Theater NYC
"Dreams & Nightmares" opens at Martin Beck Theater NYC
Mashonaland defeat England in first-class tour match
Mashonaland defeat England in first-class tour match
Australian rugby union team ends 12-game European tour unbeaten after 39-19 victory over the Barbarians at Twickenham; W
Australian rugby union team ends 12-game European tour unbeaten after 39-19 victory over the Barbarians at Twickenham; Wallabies fullback Matt Burke scores 2 tries and lands 4 conversions, 2 penalties
Rwandan Genocide: Maurice Baril military advisor to the UN Secretary-General and head of the UN Military Division of the
Rwandan Genocide: Maurice Baril military advisor to the UN Secretary-General and head of the UN Military Division of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations recommends the UN multi-national forces in Zaire stand down
Assassination attempt on Uday Hussein, heir to Iraqi leader Saddam Hussain
Uday Saddam Hussein was an Iraqi politician, militia leader, and businessman. He was the eldest son of Iraqi president Saddam Hussein and his first wife Sajida Talfah, and was known for his excessive...
Free agent Roger Clemens signs with Toronto Blue Jays
William Roger Clemens, nicknamed "Rocket", is an American former professional baseball pitcher who played 24 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB), most notably with the Boston Red Sox and New York...
62nd Heisman Trophy Award: Danny Wuerffel, Florida (QB)
The Florida Gators football program represents the University of Florida (UF) in American college football.
"In My Bed" single released by Dru Hill (Billboard Song of the Year 1997)
"In My Bed" is a song by American R&B group Dru Hill. It is the second single from their eponymous debut album.
During a press conference, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Maleki states that Iran supports the free flow of oil t
During a press conference, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Maleki states that Iran supports the free flow of oil through the Strait of Hormuz, but reserves the option of closing off the shipping route if it is threatened
First part of the new building for the National Library of France inaugurated in Paris, designed by Dominique Perrault [
First part of the new building for the National Library of France inaugurated in Paris, designed by Dominique Perrault [1]
Pakistan all out 67 to lose to Tasmania by an inning
Pakistan all out 67 to lose to Tasmania by an inning
Four women are ordained as priests in Jamaica, the first in 330 years of Anglican history
Four women are ordained as priests in Jamaica, the first in 330 years of Anglican history
Ballon d'Or: Borussia Dortmund's German sweeper Matthias Sammer is named best football player in Europe ahead of PSV/Bar
Ballon d'Or: Borussia Dortmund's German sweeper Matthias Sammer is named best football player in Europe ahead of PSV/Barcelona striker Ronaldo and Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer
1,500 year anniversary of Catholicism in France commemorating the baptism of Clovis I in Rheims
1,500 year anniversary of Catholicism in France commemorating the baptism of Clovis I in Rheims
Six-year-old beauty queen JonBenét Ramsey is found beaten and strangled in the basement of her family's home in Boulder,
Six-year-old beauty queen JonBenét Ramsey is found beaten and strangled in the basement of her family's home in Boulder, Colorado, seven hours after being reported as missing
Taliban forces retake the strategic Bagram air base which solidifies their buffer zone around Kabul.
Taliban forces retake the strategic Bagram air base which solidifies their buffer zone around Kabul.
India all out for 66 at Durban after making 100 in cricket 1st innings
The India national cricket team is one of the full members of the International Cricket Council (ICC), the governing body of cricket.
Florence Pugh is born
Florence Pugh, English actress, known for english actress, was born on 1996-01-03. Florence Pugh ( PEW; born 3 January 1996) is an English actress.
Dove Cameron is born
Dove Cameron, American actress and singer, known for american actress and singer, was born on 1996-01-15. Dove Olivia Cameron is an American singer and actress.
Megan Thee Stallion is born
Megan Thee Stallion, American musician, known for american rapper, was born on 1996-02-15.
Logan Paul is born
Logan Paul, American influencer and professional wrestler, known for american influencer and professional wrestler, was born on 1996-04-01.
Melanie Martinez is born
Melanie Martinez, American musician, known for american singer-songwriter, was born on 1996-04-28. Melanie Adele Martinez is an American singer and songwriter.
Duhan van der Merwe is born
Duhan van der Merwe athlete, known for british lions & scotland international rugby union player, was born on 1996-06-04.
Post Malone is born
Post Malone, American musician, known for american singer and rapper, was born on 1996-07-04.
Dua Lipa is born
Dua Lipa, Albanian musician, known for english singer-songwriter and actress, was born on 1996-08-22. Dua Lipa is an English singer and songwriter.
Patrick Mahomes is born
Patrick Mahomes, American athlete, known for american football player, was born on 1996-09-17.
Jimin is born
Jimin, South Korean musician, known for south korean singer, was born on 1996-10-13. Park Ji-min, known mononymously as Jimin, is a South Korean singer, songwriter, and dancer.
Doja Cat is born
Doja Cat, American musician, known for american rapper, was born on 1996-10-21. Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini, known professionally as Doja Cat ( DOH-jə), is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and…
Kendall Jenner is born
Kendall Jenner, American model and media personality, known for american model and media personality, was born on 1996-11-03.
Diogo Jota is born
Diogo Jota, Portuguese athlete, known for portuguese footballer, was born on 1996-12-04.
A Boogie wit da Hoodie is born
A Boogie wit da Hoodie, American musician, known for american rapper, was born on 1996-12-06.
McKayla Maroney is born
McKayla Maroney, American athlete, known for american artistic gymnast, was born on 1996-12-09. McKayla Rose Maroney is an American former artistic gymnast.
Timothée Chalamet is born
Timothée Chalamet, American french actor, known for american and french actor, was born on 1996-12-27. Timothée Hal Chalamet is an American and French actor.
Kim Tae-hyung is born
Kim Tae-hyung is born
Gabby Douglas is born
Gabby Douglas, American athlete, known for american artistic gymnast, was born on 1996-12-31. Gabrielle Christina Victoria Douglas is an American artistic gymnast.
Gene Kelly dies
Gene Kelly, American actor, dancer, singer, and producer, known for american actor, dancer, singer, and producer, died on 1996-02-02.
P. L. Travers dies
P. L. Travers, Australian australian-british novelist, actress and journalist, known for australian-british novelist, actress and journalist, died on 1996-04-23.
Spiro Agnew dies
Spiro Agnew dies
Events
Princess of Rock Lisa Marie Presley files for divorce from King of Pop Michael Jackson in NYC
Princess of Rock Lisa Marie Presley files for divorce from King of Pop Michael Jackson in NYC
"ER" TV actress Yvette Freeman (39) weds musical director Lawny Hartley (49) in Dunleith, Delaware
"ER" TV actress Yvette Freeman (39) weds musical director Lawny Hartley (49) in Dunleith, Delaware
The 6,138th performance of "Cats" is held in London, surpassing the record of Broadway's longest-running musical, "A Cho
The 6,138th performance of "Cats" is held in London, surpassing the record of Broadway's longest-running musical, "A Chorus Line"
Death Row/Interscope Records releases rapper Tupac Shakur's fourth studio album "All Eyez on Me," his final release duri
Death Row/Interscope Records releases rapper Tupac Shakur's fourth studio album "All Eyez on Me," his final release during his lifetime
Actress Halle Berry files for divorce from David Justice
Halle Maria Berry is an American actress. She began her career as a model and beauty contestant becoming Miss Ohio in 1986, runner-up in Miss USA 1986 and placing sixth in Miss World 1986.
"Trainspotting" directed by Danny Boyle based on the book by Irvine Welsh, starring Ewan McGregor, Robert Carlyle and Jo
"Trainspotting" directed by Danny Boyle based on the book by Irvine Welsh, starring Ewan McGregor, Robert Carlyle and Jonny Lee Miller opens in cinemas in the UK and Ireland
First appearance of Pokémon in the role-playing video game "Pocket Monsters Red and Green" for Game Boy in Japan
Pokémon Red Version and Pokémon Blue Version are 1996 role-playing video games (RPGs) developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo for the Game Boy.
Fashion designer Nicole Miller (44) weds Kim Taipale (42) in the office of New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani
Fashion designer Nicole Miller (44) weds Kim Taipale (42) in the office of New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani
"Fargo" directed and written by Joel and Ethan Coen, starring Frances McDormand, William H. Macy and Steve Buscemi relea
"Fargo" directed and written by Joel and Ethan Coen, starring Frances McDormand, William H. Macy and Steve Buscemi released in the US
Winnie Madikizela-Mandela divorces Nelson Mandela after 38 years of marriage
Nomzamo Winifred Zanyiwe Madikizela-Mandela (born Nomzamo Winifred Zanyiwe Madikizela; 26 September 1936 – 2 April 2018), also known as Winnie Mandela, was a South African politician, anti-apartheid…
Fashion designer Cynthia Rowley (39) weds retail store designer Bill Keenan (43) at Manhattan City Hall in New York
Fashion designer Cynthia Rowley (39) weds retail store designer Bill Keenan (43) at Manhattan City Hall in New York
UK House of Commons announces that the Stone of Scone, aka the Stone of Destiny, used in the coronation of Scottish and
UK House of Commons announces that the Stone of Scone, aka the Stone of Destiny, used in the coronation of Scottish and subsequently English and British monarchs, will be returned to Scotland after 700 years in Westminster Abbey
British girl group the Spice Girls release their debut single "Wannabe" in the UK
"Wannabe" is the debut single by the British girl group the Spice Girls, released on 26 June 1996.
British Prince Charles and Diana, Princess of Wales, sign divorce papers
In the early hours of 31 August 1997, Diana, Princess of Wales, died from injuries sustained in a car crash in the Pont de l'Alma tunnel in Paris, France.
"The Daily Show," a late-night talk and satirical news program hosted by Craig Kilborn, premieres on Comedy Central in t
"The Daily Show," a late-night talk and satirical news program hosted by Craig Kilborn, premieres on Comedy Central in the US
American punk rock band "The Ramones" performs for the last time at the Palace in Hollywood, California
The following is a list of concert performances by the Ramones, complete through 1996. They performed 2,263 concerts over the course of 22 years.
Osama bin Laden issues a message entitled "A Declaration of War Against the Americans Occupying the Land of the Two Holy
Osama bin Laden issues a message entitled "A Declaration of War Against the Americans Occupying the Land of the Two Holy Places"
US President Bill Clinton signs welfare reform into law, representing a major shift in welfare policy
Bill Clinton's tenure as the 42nd president of the United States began with his first inauguration on January 20, 1993, and ended on January 20, 2001.
Rapper Tupac Shakur is shot multiple times in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas and dies 6 days later
Tupac Amaru Shakur ( TOO-pahk shə-KOOR; born Lesane Parish Crooks; June 16, 1971 – September 13, 1996), also known by his stage names 2Pac and Makaveli, was an American rapper and actor.
English-American actress Elizabeth Taylor's 8th (and final) divorce from American construction worker Larry Fortensky, a
English-American actress Elizabeth Taylor's 8th (and final) divorce from American construction worker Larry Fortensky, after 5 years of marriage
The US deploys troops in Northern Bosnia with the intention of maintaining order and peace between Bosnian Serbs and Mus
The US deploys troops in Northern Bosnia with the intention of maintaining order and peace between Bosnian Serbs and Muslims
First successful clamshell flip mobile phone, the Motorola StarTAC, goes on sale; eventually, 60 million units are sold
First successful clamshell flip mobile phone, the Motorola StarTAC, goes on sale; eventually, 60 million units are sold
Hamas operative Yahya Ayyash is killed by an Israeli-planted booby-trapped cell phone
Hamas operative Yahya Ayyash is killed by an Israeli-planted booby-trapped cell phone
Miami Dolphins coach Don Shula announces his retirement
The 1996 season was the Miami Dolphins' 31st season overall, their 27th in the National Football League (NFL), their seventh under general manager Eddie Jones and their first under head coach Jimmy...
Record £42 million ($65.2 million) British lottery won by 3 people (2-3-4-13-42-44)
Record £42 million ($65.2 million) British lottery won by 3 people (2-3-4-13-42-44)
16th United Negro College Fund raises $12,600,000
16th United Negro College Fund raises $12,600,000
Blizzard buries eastern US causing at least 50 deaths
A severe blizzard paralyzed the United States East Coast with up to 4 feet (1.2 m) of wind-driven snow from January 6 to January 8, 1996.
Boston guard Dana Barros sinks a 3-point field goal in his 89th straight game, during the Celtics' 113-104 win over Sacr
Boston guard Dana Barros sinks a 3-point field goal in his 89th straight game, during the Celtics' 113-104 win over Sacramento Kings; NBA record streak ends in next game when he goes 0 from 9
Jimmy Johnson announced as new coach of NFL's Miami Dolphins
The 1996 season was the Miami Dolphins' 31st season overall, their 27th in the National Football League (NFL), their seventh under general manager Eddie Jones and their first under head coach Jimmy...
Haiti becomes a member of the Berne Convention copyright treaty
The Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works, usually known as the Berne Convention, was an international assembly held in 1886 in the Swiss city of Bern by ten European...
Russian troops arrive in Bosnia as part of a joint operation with the US
Russian troops arrive in Bosnia as part of a joint operation with the US
Detroit center Steve Yzerman scores his 500th career NHL goal as the Red Wings beat Colorado, 3-2 at Joe Louis Arena and
Detroit center Steve Yzerman scores his 500th career NHL goal as the Red Wings beat Colorado, 3-2 at Joe Louis Arena and joins Gordie Howe as the only players to score 500 goals for Detroit
Baseball owners unanimously approve interleague play in 1997
Baseball owners unanimously approve interleague play in 1997
NHL Board of Governors approves sale of Winnipeg Jets, officially clearing the way for the team to move to Phoenix, Ariz
NHL Board of Governors approves sale of Winnipeg Jets, officially clearing the way for the team to move to Phoenix, Arizona in time for 1996-97 season
WPAT FM NYC radio station switches to English-Spanish format
WPAT FM NYC radio station switches to English-Spanish format
The first version of the Java programming language released
Java is a high-level, general-purpose, memory-safe, object-oriented programming language.
Ottawa Senators set an NHL record with 16th consecutive home game without a win (0-15-1) in a 4-2 loss to Detroit at the
Ottawa Senators set an NHL record with 16th consecutive home game without a win (0-15-1) in a 4-2 loss to Detroit at the Palladium; old record (15) shared by 1928 Black Hawks & 1939 Canadiens
15 day old conjoined twins separated: Sarah Morales survives, Sarahi dies
15 day old conjoined twins separated: Sarah Morales survives, Sarahi dies
Super Bowl XXX, Sun Devil Stadium, Tempe, AZ: Dallas Cowboys beat Pittsburgh Steelers, 27-17; MVP: Larry Brown, Dallas,
Super Bowl XXX, Sun Devil Stadium, Tempe, AZ: Dallas Cowboys beat Pittsburgh Steelers, 27-17; MVP: Larry Brown, Dallas, CB
Commander of the U.S. Fifth Fleet Scott Redd states that Iran test-fired a new anti-ship missile near the Strait of Horm
Commander of the U.S. Fifth Fleet Scott Redd states that Iran test-fired a new anti-ship missile near the Strait of Hormuz
50 people die and many more injured in a suicide bombing in Sri Lanka by separatist Tamil Tigers
50 people die and many more injured in a suicide bombing in Sri Lanka by separatist Tamil Tigers
The Communications Decency Act is passed by the U.S. Congress.
The Communications Decency Act of 1996 (CDA) was the United States Congress's first legislative attempt to regulate obscene and indecent material on the Internet. In the 1997 landmark case Reno v.
British supermarket chains stock genetically modified tomato puree, the first GM food sold in the country
British supermarket chains stock genetically modified tomato puree, the first GM food sold in the country
The Irish Republican Army declares the end of its 18 month ceasefire shortly followed by a large bomb in London's Canary
The Irish Republican Army declares the end of its 18 month ceasefire shortly followed by a large bomb in London's Canary Wharf.
A bomb explodes in Docklands area of London, ending the 17-month ceasefire; James McArdle is eventually found guilty and
A bomb explodes in Docklands area of London, ending the 17-month ceasefire; James McArdle is eventually found guilty and jailed for 25 years
"The Score" second studio album by Fugees is released (Billboard no. 1 year end Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums 1996)
The Score is the second and final studio album by American hip-hop group Fugees, released worldwide on February 13, 1996, by Columbia Records.
Gary Kirsten scores 188* for South Africa v UAE at Rawalpindi
Gary Kirsten scores 188* for South Africa v UAE at Rawalpindi
38th Daytona 500: Dale Jarrett wins his 2nd Great American race ahead of Dale Earnhardt and Ken Schrader
38th Daytona 500: Dale Jarrett wins his 2nd Great American race ahead of Dale Earnhardt and Ken Schrader
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in York, Pennsylvania on WQXA 105.7 FM
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in York, Pennsylvania on WQXA 105.7 FM
Soyuz TM-23 launches into orbit
Soyuz TM-23 launches into orbit
Spaces shuttle Columbia 19 (STS 75) launches into orbit
Space Shuttle Columbia (OV-102) was a Space Shuttle orbiter manufactured by Rockwell International and operated by NASA.
Cuba downs 2 US planes
Cuba downs 2 US planes
Rajindra Dhanraj takes 16-167 in match Trinidad v Leeward Is
Rajindra Dhanraj takes 16-167 in match Trinidad v Leeward Is
Russian spacecraft Soyuz TM-23 returning from Mir space station
Soyuz TM-23 was a Soyuz spaceflight which launched on February 21, 1996, to Mir. The spacecraft launched from Baikonur Cosmodrome, and after two days of flight, Yuri Onufrienko and Yury Usachov...
British Steel in Workington wins Lithuanian multi-million pound order
British Steel in Workington wins Lithuanian multi-million pound order
NASA space shuttle STS-75 (Columbia 19) lands
NASA Astronaut Group 16 ("The Sardines") was a group of 44 astronauts announced by NASA on May 1, 1996.
NYC Mayor Rudy Guiliani visits Israel
NYC Mayor Rudy Guiliani visits Israel
John Winston Howard becomes the 25th Prime Minister of Australia. His term in office is the second longest in Australian
John Winston Howard becomes the 25th Prime Minister of Australia. His term in office is the second longest in Australian history, ending December 3, 2007.
At Dunblane Primary School, Scotland, 16 children and 1 teacher are shot dead by Thomas Hamilton who then commits suicid
At Dunblane Primary School, Scotland, 16 children and 1 teacher are shot dead by Thomas Hamilton who then commits suicide. Results in handguns being banned in the UK.
Crufts show at NEC Birmingham, (1995 winner, Joshua, an Irish setter)
Crufts show at NEC Birmingham, (1995 winner, Joshua, an Irish setter)
ICC Men's Cricket ODI World Cup, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan: Sri Lanka upsets Australia by 7 wickets for their fi
ICC Men's Cricket ODI World Cup, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan: Sri Lanka upsets Australia by 7 wickets for their first title; Player of the Match: Aravinda de Silva (SL) 107 no (124), 3/42 & 2 catches
50,000 swimmers raise 15 million for charity during BT's Swimathon '96
50,000 swimmers raise 15 million for charity during BT's Swimathon '96
"Love Thy Neighbor" opens at Booth Theater NYC
"Love Thy Neighbor" opens at Booth Theater NYC
Cheryl Depew of Florida crowned 13th Miss Hawaiian Tropic International
Cheryl Depew of Florida crowned 13th Miss Hawaiian Tropic International
Taiwan holds its first direct elections and chooses Lee Teng-hui as President.
The history of the island of Taiwan dates back tens of thousands of years to the earliest known evidence of human habitation.
MTA raises NYC bridge tolls to $3.50 each way
MTA raises NYC bridge tolls to $3.50 each way
The International Monetary Fund approves a $10.2 billion loan for Russia
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an international financial institution and a specialized agency of the United Nations, headquartered in Washington, D.C.
Cleveland Browns choose new name for their relocated team - Baltimore Ravens
Cleveland Browns choose new name for their relocated team - Baltimore Ravens
NY Mets beats NY Yankees 5-3 in an exhibition game
NY Mets beats NY Yankees 5-3 in an exhibition game
First time in MLB history, the regular season opens in March with Seattle Mariners beating Chicago White Sox, 3-2 in 12
First time in MLB history, the regular season opens in March with Seattle Mariners beating Chicago White Sox, 3-2 in 12 innings at the Kingdome, Seattle
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Boston, Massachusetts on WBCN 104.1 FM, in the live morning drive slot
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Boston, Massachusetts on WBCN 104.1 FM, in the live morning drive slot
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Austin, Texas on KJFK 98.9 FM
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Austin, Texas on KJFK 98.9 FM
John Bobbitt is put under house arrest in Las Vegas for 120 days
John Bobbitt is put under house arrest in Las Vegas for 120 days
Pakistan beats Sri Lanka to win Cricket's Singer Cup in Singapore
Singapore, officially the Republic of Singapore, is an island country and city-state in Southeast Asia.
Fastest wind speed ever recorded (not a tornado) is 408 km/h (220 kn; 253 mph; 113 m/s) during Tropical Cyclone Olivia o
Fastest wind speed ever recorded (not a tornado) is 408 km/h (220 kn; 253 mph; 113 m/s) during Tropical Cyclone Olivia on Barrow Island, Australia
Detroit Red Wings become 2nd NHL team to win 60 games in a season
The Detroit Red Wings are a professional ice hockey team based in Detroit. The Red Wings compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Atlantic Division in the Eastern Conference.
En route to NHL record 62 victories Detroit Red Wings win #61
The Detroit Red Wings are a professional ice hockey team based in Detroit. The Red Wings compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Atlantic Division in the Eastern Conference.
Detroit Red Wings win NHL record 62 games
The Detroit Red Wings (colloquially referred to as the Wings) are a professional ice hockey team based in Detroit.
In Lebanon, at least 106 civilians are killed when the Israel Defense Forces accidentally shell the UN compound at Quana
In Lebanon, at least 106 civilians are killed when the Israel Defense Forces accidentally shell the UN compound at Quana.
Rangers scores 16 in 8th vs Orioles
The Baltimore Orioles are an American professional baseball team based in Baltimore. The Orioles compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the American League (AL) East Division.
NFL Draft: Keyshawn Johnson from USC first pick by New York Jets
Joseph Keyshawn Johnson is an American former professional football wide receiver who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 11 seasons. He played college football for the USC Trojans, and...
"Delicate Balance" opens at Plymouth Theater NYC
"Delicate Balance" opens at Plymouth Theater NYC
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Reno, Nevada on KRZQ 96.5 FM
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Reno, Nevada on KRZQ 96.5 FM
Highest scoring MLB baseball game in 17 years - Minnesota Twins 24, Detroit Tigers 11
The Detroit Tigers are an American professional baseball team based in Detroit. The Tigers compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the American League (AL) Central Division.
"Bring in Da Noise, Bring in Da Funk" opens at Ambassador Theater NYC
"Bring in Da Noise, Bring in Da Funk" opens at Ambassador Theater NYC
Shaun Pollock takes 4 wkts in 4 balls for Warwickshire in B&H
Shaun Pollock takes 4 wkts in 4 balls for Warwickshire in B&H
Brunswick World Tournament of Champions won by Dave D'Entremont
Dave D'Entremont (June 15, 1961 – October 12, 2013) of Middleburg Heights, Ohio was an American professional 10-pin bowler and member of the Professional Bowlers Association PBA Tour.
In Australia's worst massacre in modern history, Martin Bryant shoots and kills 35 in Port Arthur, Tasmania. Leads to a
In Australia's worst massacre in modern history, Martin Bryant shoots and kills 35 in Port Arthur, Tasmania. Leads to a compulsory gun buy back program and major changes to gun control laws.
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Fresno, California on KFRR 104.1 FM
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Fresno, California on KFRR 104.1 FM
Dutch Itallian Beppo-SAX launches from Cape Canaveral
Dutch Itallian Beppo-SAX launches from Cape Canaveral
Miami Heat beaten, 112-91 to Chicago Bulls to be swept 3-0 in round 1 of NBA Eastern Division playoffs; first time in hi
Miami Heat beaten, 112-91 to Chicago Bulls to be swept 3-0 in round 1 of NBA Eastern Division playoffs; first time in his 14 years as head coach Pat Riley ousted in the opening round
Martin Moxon and Michael Vaughan make 362 for the 1st wicket, Yorkshire v Glamorgan
Martin Moxon and Michael Vaughan make 362 for the 1st wicket, Yorkshire v Glamorgan
Greg Pavlik one-hits Tigers making the Rangers 1st AL team to pitch back-to-back one-hitters since the Washington Senato
Greg Pavlik one-hits Tigers making the Rangers 1st AL team to pitch back-to-back one-hitters since the Washington Senators in 1917
Body of former CIA Director William Colby is found washed up on a riverbank in southern Maryland eight days after his di
Body of former CIA Director William Colby is found washed up on a riverbank in southern Maryland eight days after his disappearance
Comedian Martin Lawrence suffers a nervous breakdown
Comedian Martin Lawrence suffers a nervous breakdown
Florida Marlin Al Leiter no hits Colorado Rockies, 11-0
Alois Terry Leiter is an American former professional baseball player and current television sports commentator.
Yankees losing 8-0 to Chicago White Sox, come back to win 9-8
The Chicago White Sox are an American professional baseball team based in Chicago. The White Sox compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the American League (AL) Central Division.
Habib & Whitaker make 320 for 5th Cricket wkt, Leics v Worcs
Habib & Whitaker make 320 for 5th Cricket wkt, Leics v Worcs
WIBC Bowling Queens won by Lisa Wagner
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STS 77 (Endeavour 11), launches into orbit
STS 77 (Endeavour 11), launches into orbit
49th Cannes Film Festival: "Secrets & Lies" directed by Mike Leigh wins the Palme d'Or
49th Cannes Film Festival: "Secrets & Lies" directed by Mike Leigh wins the Palme d'Or
Ken Griffey Jr, 26, is 8th youngest to hits 200 home runs
Ken Griffey Jr, 26, is 8th youngest to hits 200 home runs
Fred Norris of the Howard Stern show changes his first name legally to Eric
Howard Allan Stern is an American broadcaster, comedian, and media personality. He is best known for his radio show, The Howard Stern Show, which gained popularity when it was nationally syndicated...
"Spy Hard" starring Leslie Nielsen is released
Spy Hard is a 1996 American spy parody film starring Leslie Nielsen (who also executive produced) and Nicollette Sheridan, Charles Durning, Marcia Gay Harden, Barry Bostwick, and Andy Griffith,...
1st Super Rugby Final, Eden Park, Auckland: Blues win inaugural title with a 45-21 victory over the Natal Sharks; fullba
1st Super Rugby Final, Eden Park, Auckland: Blues win inaugural title with a 45-21 victory over the Natal Sharks; fullback Adrian Cashmore lands 3 penalties & 3 conversions for the home team
Parliamentary elections in Albania results are disputed, with irregularities and intimidation causing opposition parties
Parliamentary elections in Albania results are disputed, with irregularities and intimidation causing opposition parties to withdraw; pro-Western Democratic party wins over 50% of the vote
69th National Spelling Bee: Wendy Guey wins spelling vivisepulture
The Scripps National Spelling Bee (formerly the Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee and commonly called the National Spelling Bee) is an annual spelling bee held in the United States.
Mark Van Thillo and Abigail Alling, former biospherian win $100,000 lawsuit against Biospheric Development for Space Bio
Mark Van Thillo and Abigail Alling, former biospherian win $100,000 lawsuit against Biospheric Development for Space Biospheres Ventures
50th Tony Awards: "Master Class" (play) & "Rent" (musical) win
The 50th Annual Tony Awards was broadcast by CBS from the Majestic Theatre on June 2, 1996. Nathan Lane was the host.
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Memphis, Tennessee, on WMFS 92.9 FM
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Memphis, Tennessee, on WMFS 92.9 FM
Julia and Noah wed on "All My Children"
Julia and Noah wed on "All My Children"
Australian cricketer Dean Jones takes career-best 5-112 for Derbyshire v Hampshire
Australian cricketer Dean Jones takes career-best 5-112 for Derbyshire v Hampshire
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Toledo, Ohio, on WBUZ 106.5 FM
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Toledo, Ohio, on WBUZ 106.5 FM
3 Philadelphia Fed Court judges overturn US indecency ban on internet
3 Philadelphia Fed Court judges overturn US indecency ban on internet
Montana Freemen surrender after an 81-day standoff with FBI agents
The Montana Freemen were an anti-government Christian Patriot militia based outside the town of Jordan, Montana, United States.
IRA bomb in Manchester wrecks city centre at 11.17am, injuring 200
IRA bomb in Manchester wrecks city centre at 11.17am, injuring 200
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Syracuse, New York on WAQX 95.7 FM
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Syracuse, New York on WAQX 95.7 FM
Space Shuttle STS 78 (Columbia 20), launches into space
Space Shuttle Columbia (OV-102) was a Space Shuttle orbiter manufactured by Rockwell International and operated by NASA.
Irish Journalist Veronica Guerin is shot in her car while in traffic in the outskirts of Dublin
Irish Journalist Veronica Guerin is shot in her car while in traffic in the outskirts of Dublin
Andrea Leah Plummer, of Tennessee, crowned 39th America's Junior Miss
Andrea Leah Plummer, of Tennessee, crowned 39th America's Junior Miss
Caroline Frolic (Miss Ontario), crowned Miss Renaissance USA
Caroline Frolic (Miss Ontario), crowned Miss Renaissance USA
Canadian NHL franchise Winnipeg Jets officially moves to Arizona, renamed the Phoenix Coyotes
The Winnipeg Jets were a professional ice hockey team based in Winnipeg. They began play in the World Hockey Association (WHA) in 1972.
Hot Mail, a free internet E-mail service begins
Hot Mail, a free internet E-mail service begins
Angels score 3 top 1st, Oakland A's respond with 13 bottom 1st, highest-scoring 1st inning by 2 teams in MLB history, A'
Angels score 3 top 1st, Oakland A's respond with 13 bottom 1st, highest-scoring 1st inning by 2 teams in MLB history, A's win 16-8
In a 2-0 win v Brewers, New York Yankees closer John Wetteland sets MLB record 20 consecutive saves en route to 24
In a 2-0 win v Brewers, New York Yankees closer John Wetteland sets MLB record 20 consecutive saves en route to 24
Cigar wins a record 16th consecutive race, tying Citation's record from 1948
Cigar (April 18, 1990 – October 7, 2014), was an American Thoroughbred racehorse who was the 1995 and 1996 American Horse of the Year.
New York Yankees closer John Wetteland sets MLB record 24 consecutive saves
John Karl Wetteland is an American former baseball pitcher who played 12 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB).
Paris-bound flight TWA 800, explodes off the coast of Long Island, New York, killing all 230 on board the Boeing 747
Paris-bound flight TWA 800, explodes off the coast of Long Island, New York, killing all 230 on board the Boeing 747
Storms provoke severe flooding on the Saguenay River, beginning one of Québec's costliest natural disasters ever
Storms provoke severe flooding on the Saguenay River, beginning one of Québec's costliest natural disasters ever
Jason Gallian scores 312 in 683 mins for Lancashire v Derbyshire
Jason Gallian scores 312 in 683 mins for Lancashire v Derbyshire
In Spain an ETA bomb at an airport kills 35
In Spain an ETA bomb at an airport kills 35
Kim LaPlante of Washington State is crowned Mrs. United States
Kim LaPlante of Washington State is crowned Mrs. United States
Bomb explodes at Atlanta Olympic Park, killing one and injuring 110
Bomb explodes at Atlanta Olympic Park, killing one and injuring 110
Americans Karch Kiraly and Kent Steffes win inaugural beach volleyball gold medal at the Atlanta Olympics; Kiraly is fir
Americans Karch Kiraly and Kent Steffes win inaugural beach volleyball gold medal at the Atlanta Olympics; Kiraly is first to win gold in indoor and beach events
American athlete Michael Johnson wins 200 m at the Atlanta Olympics in a world record 19.32 seconds to become the first
American athlete Michael Johnson wins 200 m at the Atlanta Olympics in a world record 19.32 seconds to become the first man to complete the 200-400 m double
"Macarena" by Los Del Rio starts a 14-week run at No. 1 on the US singles chart; sales of 11 million copies worldwide le
"Macarena" by Los Del Rio starts a 14-week run at No. 1 on the US singles chart; sales of 11 million copies worldwide lead to its ranking as the No. 1 Greatest One-Hit Wonder of All Time by VH1 in 2002
Kansas City Chiefs rout Dallas Cowboys 32-6 in an NFL preseason exhibition game in Monterrey, Mexico
The Kansas City Chiefs are a professional American football team based in Kansas City, Missouri.
American jazz artist Mel Tormé (70) suffers a stroke, ending his 65-year singing career
American jazz artist Mel Tormé (70) suffers a stroke, ending his 65-year singing career
"Breakfast on Fox" premieres
"Breakfast on Fox" premieres
Microsoft releases Internet Explorer 3.0
Microsoft Internet Explorer 3 (IE3) is the third version of the Internet Explorer graphical web browser which was announced in March 1996, and was released on August 13, 1996 by Microsoft for...
Soyuz TM-24 is launched into orbit
Soyuz TM-24 was the 27th expedition to Mir. Soyuz TM-24 carried a crew of three. The crew consisted of Cosmonauts Valery Korzun and Aleksandr Kaleri, and the first French woman in space, Claudie...
Record 6,654 tap dancers in a single routine at Macy's Tap-O-mania in New York City
Record 6,654 tap dancers in a single routine at Macy's Tap-O-mania in New York City
Major South African political parties begin their submissions to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC)
Major South African political parties begin their submissions to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC)
India defeats Pakistan in the Under-15 World Challenge Final at Lord's
India, officially the Republic of India, is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by area; the most populous country since 2023; and, since its independence in 1947, the world's...
In Venezuela, a subsidiary of state-owned Petroleos de Venezuela (PdVSA), Corpoven, signs a memorandum of understanding
In Venezuela, a subsidiary of state-owned Petroleos de Venezuela (PdVSA), Corpoven, signs a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with U.S.-based ARCO
ANC makes its first submission to Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC)
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) was a court-like restorative justice body assembled in South Africa in 1996 after the end of apartheid.
Dino Ciccarelli is traded by the Detroit Red Wings to the Tampa Bay Lightning
Dino Ciccarelli ( DEE-no SIS-ə-RELL-ee, born February 8, 1960) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who played 19 seasons in the National Hockey League from 1980 to 1999, primarily...
Vnukovo Airlines Flight 2801, operated by a Tupolev Tu-154, crashes into a mountain on the Arctic island of Spitsbergen,
Vnukovo Airlines Flight 2801, operated by a Tupolev Tu-154, crashes into a mountain on the Arctic island of Spitsbergen, killing all 141 on board
The Carolina Panthers outgun the Atlanta Falcons 29-6 in their first regular season NFL game at Ericsson Stadium in Char
The Carolina Panthers outgun the Atlanta Falcons 29-6 in their first regular season NFL game at Ericsson Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina
Jerry Lewis' 31st Muscular Dystrophy telethon raises $49,200,000
Jerry Lewis' 31st Muscular Dystrophy telethon raises $49,200,000
David Slowinski and Paul Gage discover 2^1257787 - 1, the 34th known Mersenne prime
David Slowinski and Paul Gage discover 2^1257787 - 1, the 34th known Mersenne prime
Following US cruise missile strikes on Iraq, crude oil prices rise as the market speculates about when Iraq will begin e
Following US cruise missile strikes on Iraq, crude oil prices rise as the market speculates about when Iraq will begin exporting oil under UN Resolution 986
Baltimore Orioles' Eddie Murray hits his 500th career home run
Eddie Clarence Murray, nicknamed "Steady Eddie", is an American former Major League Baseball (MLB) first baseman, designated hitter, and coach.
48th Emmy Awards: "ER," Dennis Franz, and Kathy Baker win
The 48th Primetime Emmy Awards were held at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California.
Union Pacific Railroad purchases Southern Pacific Railroad
The Southern Pacific (reporting mark SP) (or Espee from the railroad initials) was an American Class I railroad network that existed from 1865 to 1996 and operated largely in the Western United...
Phil Simmons scores 171 & takes 6-14 for Leics v Durham
Phil Simmons scores 171 & takes 6-14 for Leics v Durham
As' Mark McGwire is 13th player to hit 50-HRs in a season
As' Mark McGwire is 13th player to hit 50-HRs in a season
Bangladesh beat UAE by 104 runs to win the ACC Trophy Final
Bangladesh beat UAE by 104 runs to win the ACC Trophy Final
MLB Minnesota Twins' Paul Molitor becomes the 21st player to reach 3,000 hits
MLB Minnesota Twins' Paul Molitor becomes the 21st player to reach 3,000 hits
Dodger Hideo Nomo no-hits the Colorado Rockies 9-0 at Coors Field
Coors Field is a baseball stadium in downtown Denver, Colorado, United States. It is the ballpark of Major League Baseball's Colorado Rockies.
Roger Clemens ties his own Major League record with 20 strikeouts
William Roger Clemens, nicknamed "Rocket", is an American former professional baseball pitcher who played 24 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB), most notably with the Boston Red Sox and New York...
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania (WZMT 97.9 FM) and in West Palm Beach, Florida (WCLB 95.
Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania (WZMT 97.9 FM) and in West Palm Beach, Florida (WCLB 95.5 FM)
Last of the Magdalene laundry asylums for "fallen women" closes in Dublin, Ireland
Magdalene asylums, also known as Magdalene laundries (named after the Biblical figure Mary Magdalene), were initially Protestant but later mostly Roman Catholic institutions that operated from the...
San Francisco Giants' Barry Bonds is the second MLB player to hit 40 home runs and steal 40 bases in a season
Barry Lamar Bonds is an American former professional baseball left fielder who played 22 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB).
Baltimore Oriole Roberto Alomar spits in face of umpire John Hirschbeck
Roberto Alomar Velázquez is a Puerto Rican former second baseman who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for seventeen seasons.
First ODI played in Kenya between home team and Sri Lanka
The History of the Sri Lanka national cricket team began with the formation of the Colombo Cricket Club in 1832.
"Delicate Balance" closes at Plymouth Theatre in New York City
"Delicate Balance" closes at Plymouth Theatre in New York City
Thunderdome in Tampa Bay is renamed Tropicana Field
Thunderdome in Tampa Bay is renamed Tropicana Field
BPAA US Bowling Open by Dave Husted
David Husted, of Milwaukie, Oregon, is a retired professional ten-pin bowler and member of the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA).
Cleveland Indians strike out 23 Baltimore Orioles in 12 innings in a 4-3 ALDS win at Jacobs Field; Orioles win the serie
Cleveland Indians strike out 23 Baltimore Orioles in 12 innings in a 4-3 ALDS win at Jacobs Field; Orioles win the series 3-1
Cornerstone dedication for Holocaust Museum in New York City
Cornerstone dedication for Holocaust Museum in New York City
Ford buys rights to name Detroit domed stadium for $40 million
Ford buys rights to name Detroit domed stadium for $40 million
Braves blow out St Louis, 14-0 in an NLCS game
Braves blow out St Louis, 14-0 in an NLCS game
Eighty-four people are killed and more than 180 injured as 47,000 football fans attempt to squeeze into the 36,000-seat
Eighty-four people are killed and more than 180 injured as 47,000 football fans attempt to squeeze into the 36,000-seat Estadio Mateo Flores in Guatemala City
Wasim Akram (257) and Saqlain Mushtaq achieve a cricket Test record of 313 for the 8th wicket against Zimbabwe at Sheikh
Wasim Akram (257) and Saqlain Mushtaq achieve a cricket Test record of 313 for the 8th wicket against Zimbabwe at Sheikhupura
NY Yankee Bernie Williams hits record tying 7th post season HR, as Yanks tie record of 6th straight post season road win
NY Yankee Bernie Williams hits record tying 7th post season HR, as Yanks tie record of 6th straight post season road win (en route to 8)
At the last game at Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium, the Yankees win a record 8th consecutive road post-season game (with
At the last game at Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium, the Yankees win a record 8th consecutive road post-season game (with no losses)
Frank, brother of Yank manager Joe Torre, receives a heart transplant
Frank, brother of Yank manager Joe Torre, receives a heart transplant
US beats Japan, 21½-14½, at Nichirei International Golf Tournament
US beats Japan, 21½-14½, at Nichirei International Golf Tournament
Apple Records releases The Beatles "Anthology 3" (double CD; triple LP), the last of a three-part series of rare recordi
Apple Records releases The Beatles "Anthology 3" (double CD; triple LP), the last of a three-part series of rare recordings and outtakes by the Beatles; the set covers the years 1968-70; the album tops the Billboard charts in the US and peaks at No. 4 in the UK
Exxon confirms that it is in talks with state-owned Qatar General Petroleum Corporation concerning the application of ne
Exxon confirms that it is in talks with state-owned Qatar General Petroleum Corporation concerning the application of new technology to convert natural gas to petroleum products
American jam band Phish performs The Talking Heads' "Remain In Light" as a musical costume during a show at the Omni Col
American jam band Phish performs The Talking Heads' "Remain In Light" as a musical costume during a show at the Omni Coliseum in Atlanta, Georgia
Philadelphia 76ers inaugurate NBA season with opening of the CoreStates Center before 20,444; largest crowd to see a bas
Philadelphia 76ers inaugurate NBA season with opening of the CoreStates Center before 20,444; largest crowd to see a basketball game in state of Pennsylvania; lose to Milwaukee Bucks, 111-103
Miami Heat’s Pat Riley becomes eighth coach to win 800 games in 97-95 win at Indiana; milestone accomplished 2 weeks shy
Miami Heat’s Pat Riley becomes eighth coach to win 800 games in 97-95 win at Indiana; milestone accomplished 2 weeks shy of his 15th coaching anniversary, faster than any coach in NBA history
San Francisco 49ers receiver Jerry Rice grabs 3 passes for 45 yards and a TD to become 1st player in NFL history to reac
San Francisco 49ers receiver Jerry Rice grabs 3 passes for 45 yards and a TD to become 1st player in NFL history to reach 1,000 career receptions in 24-17 win over New Orleans Saints; finishes career with 1,549
Spalding Gray's one-man show "It's a Slippery Slope" opens for a limited-run of 17 performances at the Vivian Beaumont
Spalding Gray's one-man show "It's a Slippery Slope" opens for a limited-run of 17 performances at the Vivian Beaumont Theater, NYC
Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter is the unanimous choice as AL Rookie of the Year
Derek Sanderson Jeter ( JEE-tər; born June 26, 1974), nicknamed "the Captain", is an American former professional baseball player, businessman, and baseball executive.
"3 Sisters" opens at Lunt-Fontanne Theater NYC
"3 Sisters" opens at Lunt-Fontanne Theater NYC
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher John Smoltz wins NL Cy Young Award; Pat Hentgen of the Toronto Blue Jays claims AL Award
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher John Smoltz wins NL Cy Young Award; Pat Hentgen of the Toronto Blue Jays claims AL Award
Saudi Arabian Flight 763 and Kazakhstan Airlines Flight 1907 collide in midair over Charkhi Dadri in India, killing 349
Saudi Arabian Flight 763 and Kazakhstan Airlines Flight 1907 collide in midair over Charkhi Dadri in India, killing 349 people, the third-deadliest aviation disaster in history
"Three Sisters" closes at Lunt-Fontanne Theater NYC
"Three Sisters" closes at Lunt-Fontanne Theater NYC
Revival of John Kander and Fred Ebb's musical "Chicago" opens at Richard Rodgers Theater, NYC
Revival of John Kander and Fred Ebb's musical "Chicago" opens at Richard Rodgers Theater, NYC
"Present Laughter" opens at Walter Kerr Theater NYC
"Present Laughter" opens at Walter Kerr Theater NYC
"Star Trek: First Contact" film directed by Jonathan Frakes and starring Patrick Stewart and Jonathan Frakes premieres
Star Trek: First Contact is a 1996 American science fiction film directed by Jonathan Frakes in his feature film debut.
Eappen family hire Louise Woodward as their nanny, later charged with murder and convicted of involuntary manslaughter
Eappen family hire Louise Woodward as their nanny, later charged with murder and convicted of involuntary manslaughter
Albert Belle signs a record five-year, $55 million contract with the White Sox
Albert Jojuan Belle, formerly known as Joey Belle, is an American former Major League Baseball outfielder who played from 1989 to 2000, most notably for the Cleveland Indians.
"Rehearsal" opens at Criterion Theater NYC
"Rehearsal" opens at Criterion Theater NYC
The Republic of Angola officially joins the World Trade Organization.
The original members of the World Trade Organization are the parties to the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) after ratifying the Uruguay Round Agreements, and the European Communities.
Mashonaland defeat Matabeleland to win the Logan Cricket Cup
Mashonaland defeat Matabeleland to win the Logan Cricket Cup
Disneyland Main Street Electrical Parade ends after 24 years
The Main Street Electrical Parade is a nighttime parade that first premiered at Disneyland in 1972 and has since become the longest running parade in Disney history, performing at Disney parks...
Baseball owners approve interleague play, 26-4
Interleague play in Major League Baseball refers to regular-season baseball games played between an American League (AL) team and a National League (NL) team.
South African cricket opening batsman Gary Kirsten follows his 1st innings 102 with 133 in the Proteas' 329 run 2nd Test
South African cricket opening batsman Gary Kirsten follows his 1st innings 102 with 133 in the Proteas' 329 run 2nd Test win v India in Kolkata
South African cricket all-rounder Lance Klusener takes 8-64 on debut in Proteas' 329 run 2nd Test win v India in Kolkata
South African cricket all-rounder Lance Klusener takes 8-64 on debut in Proteas' 329 run 2nd Test win v India in Kolkata
NASA's 1st Mars rover launched from Cape Canaveral
NASA's 1st Mars rover launched from Cape Canaveral
"Dreams & Nightmares" opens at Martin Beck Theater NYC
"Dreams & Nightmares" opens at Martin Beck Theater NYC
Mashonaland defeat England in first-class tour match
Mashonaland defeat England in first-class tour match
Australian rugby union team ends 12-game European tour unbeaten after 39-19 victory over the Barbarians at Twickenham; W
Australian rugby union team ends 12-game European tour unbeaten after 39-19 victory over the Barbarians at Twickenham; Wallabies fullback Matt Burke scores 2 tries and lands 4 conversions, 2 penalties
Rwandan Genocide: Maurice Baril military advisor to the UN Secretary-General and head of the UN Military Division of the
Rwandan Genocide: Maurice Baril military advisor to the UN Secretary-General and head of the UN Military Division of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations recommends the UN multi-national forces in Zaire stand down
Assassination attempt on Uday Hussein, heir to Iraqi leader Saddam Hussain
Uday Saddam Hussein was an Iraqi politician, militia leader, and businessman. He was the eldest son of Iraqi president Saddam Hussein and his first wife Sajida Talfah, and was known for his excessive...
Free agent Roger Clemens signs with Toronto Blue Jays
William Roger Clemens, nicknamed "Rocket", is an American former professional baseball pitcher who played 24 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB), most notably with the Boston Red Sox and New York...
62nd Heisman Trophy Award: Danny Wuerffel, Florida (QB)
The Florida Gators football program represents the University of Florida (UF) in American college football.
"In My Bed" single released by Dru Hill (Billboard Song of the Year 1997)
"In My Bed" is a song by American R&B group Dru Hill. It is the second single from their eponymous debut album.
During a press conference, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Maleki states that Iran supports the free flow of oil t
During a press conference, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Maleki states that Iran supports the free flow of oil through the Strait of Hormuz, but reserves the option of closing off the shipping route if it is threatened
First part of the new building for the National Library of France inaugurated in Paris, designed by Dominique Perrault [
First part of the new building for the National Library of France inaugurated in Paris, designed by Dominique Perrault [1]
Pakistan all out 67 to lose to Tasmania by an inning
Pakistan all out 67 to lose to Tasmania by an inning
Four women are ordained as priests in Jamaica, the first in 330 years of Anglican history
Four women are ordained as priests in Jamaica, the first in 330 years of Anglican history
Ballon d'Or: Borussia Dortmund's German sweeper Matthias Sammer is named best football player in Europe ahead of PSV/Bar
Ballon d'Or: Borussia Dortmund's German sweeper Matthias Sammer is named best football player in Europe ahead of PSV/Barcelona striker Ronaldo and Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer
1,500 year anniversary of Catholicism in France commemorating the baptism of Clovis I in Rheims
1,500 year anniversary of Catholicism in France commemorating the baptism of Clovis I in Rheims
Six-year-old beauty queen JonBenét Ramsey is found beaten and strangled in the basement of her family's home in Boulder,
Six-year-old beauty queen JonBenét Ramsey is found beaten and strangled in the basement of her family's home in Boulder, Colorado, seven hours after being reported as missing
Taliban forces retake the strategic Bagram air base which solidifies their buffer zone around Kabul.
Taliban forces retake the strategic Bagram air base which solidifies their buffer zone around Kabul.
India all out for 66 at Durban after making 100 in cricket 1st innings
The India national cricket team is one of the full members of the International Cricket Council (ICC), the governing body of cricket.
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Doja Cat is born
Doja Cat, American musician, known for american rapper, was born on 1996-10-21. Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini, known professionally as Doja Cat ( DOH-jə), is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and…
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Kendall Jenner is born
Kendall Jenner, American model and media personality, known for american model and media personality, was born on 1996-11-03.
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Diogo Jota is born
Diogo Jota, Portuguese athlete, known for portuguese footballer, was born on 1996-12-04.
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A Boogie wit da Hoodie is born
A Boogie wit da Hoodie, American musician, known for american rapper, was born on 1996-12-06.
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McKayla Maroney is born
McKayla Maroney, American athlete, known for american artistic gymnast, was born on 1996-12-09. McKayla Rose Maroney is an American former artistic gymnast.
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Timothée Chalamet is born
Timothée Chalamet, American french actor, known for american and french actor, was born on 1996-12-27. Timothée Hal Chalamet is an American and French actor.
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Kim Tae-hyung is born
Kim Tae-hyung is born
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Gabby Douglas is born
Gabby Douglas, American athlete, known for american artistic gymnast, was born on 1996-12-31. Gabrielle Christina Victoria Douglas is an American artistic gymnast.
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Gene Kelly dies
Gene Kelly, American actor, dancer, singer, and producer, known for american actor, dancer, singer, and producer, died on 1996-02-02.
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P. L. Travers dies
P. L. Travers, Australian australian-british novelist, actress and journalist, known for australian-british novelist, actress and journalist, died on 1996-04-23.
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Spiro Agnew dies
Spiro Agnew dies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened in 1996?
- In 1996, there were 222 significant historical events. Notable events include After 27 years, Betty Rubble debuts as a Flintstone chewable vitamin character, Princess of Rock Lisa Marie Presley files for divorce from King of Pop Michael Jackson in NYC, "ER" TV actress Yvette Freeman (39) weds musical director Lawny Hartley (49) in Dunleith, Delaware.
- Who was born in 1996?
- 18 notable figures were born in 1996, including Florence Pugh is born, Dove Cameron is born, Megan Thee Stallion is born.
- Who died in 1996?
- 3 notable figures passed away in 1996, including Gene Kelly dies, P. L. Travers dies, Spiro Agnew dies.