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In 1888, Belgium hosted the world's first beauty contest in the town of Spa, setting the stage for modern beauty pageants.
In 1893, New Zealand became the first country to grant women the right to vote, a landmark achievement in the global suffrage movement.
In 1944, Operation Market Garden, the largest airborne operation in history, began but failed to secure key bridges in the Netherlands during World War II.
In 1957, the first successful use of an artificial pacemaker was performed in the U.S., revolutionizing the treatment of heart arrhythmias.
In 1985, a devastating 8.1 earthquake hit Mexico City, killing over 10,000 people and leading to major reforms in disaster management.
In 1970, Jackie Stewart won his first Formula One World Championship, becoming a legend known for his racing skill and safety advocacy.
In 1982, the educational video game Reader Rabbit was released, becoming a pioneer in interactive learning for children.
In 1991, the British pound crashed out of the European Exchange Rate Mechanism on "Black Wednesday," causing significant financial losses.
In 2017, China banned Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) to combat financial fraud, causing a major dip in global cryptocurrency markets.
Warm Regards, The Guardian & Talisman
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