Today in History: April 23rd

World News

─── 08:00 Wed, 23 Apr 2014

Historical Events:

• 1984: Discovery of the AIDS virus is publicly announced.
• 2008: The 100th anniversary of Bram Fischer's birthday.
• 1878: First Dutch test drive of steam tram.
• 1959: First heliport in Britain opens in London.

Arts, Music, TV:

• 1995: World Book and Copyright Day is celebrated globally.
• 1963: "She Loves Me" opens at Eugene O'Neill Theater New York City for 302 perfs.
• 1997: 32nd Academy of Country Music Awards: LeAnn Rines & Brooks & Dunn.
• 1997: "Titanic," opens at Lunt-Fontanne Theater New York City.

Sports:

• 1940: New York Yankees dedicate a plaque to Jacob Rupert.
• 2013: West Indian cricketer, Chris Gayle, smashes the fastest century in history (30 balls).
• 2011: Zach Daniels defeated Rick Michaels to become the new TNT Heavyweight Champion.

• 2012: Rangers F.C. owner, Craig Whyte, is banned for life from any involvement in Scottish football.

Source: historyorb.com & sahistory.org.com
Compiled by: Thandi Xaba

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