Apple previewed its Face ID biometric technology to developers ahead of its iPhone X launch. The innovation shifted global trends in mobile security and biometric authentication.
📍 Cupertino, California, United States
Tony Blair officially stepped down as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, ending a 10-year tenure. His government was known for economic modernization, foreign interventions, and reforms in education and health.
📍 London, United Kingdom
Bulgaria and Romania signed accession treaties with the European Union, marking a major step in Eastern Europe’s post-Cold War integration into Western institutions.
📍 Brussels, Belgium
Microsoft finalized Office 97, one of its most successful software suites, introducing integrated features like the Office Assistant. The release marked a key moment in productivity software evolution.
📍 Redmond, Washington, United States
Tansu Çiller became Turkey’s first female Prime Minister, marking a milestone for gender equality in a major Muslim-majority nation and in global politics.
📍 Ankara, Turkey
Helmut Kohl, a key figure in the reunification of Germany, officially began his term as the first Chancellor of a reunified Germany. His leadership shaped Germany’s integration into the European Union and NATO.
📍 Bonn, Germany
Armed conflict erupted between Slovenian forces and the Yugoslav People's Army just two days after Slovenia declared independence. These were the first military clashes of the Yugoslav Wars, eventually spreading across the Balkans.
📍 Slovenia
NASA launched the Infrared Astronomical Satellite (IRAS), the first-ever space telescope to survey the entire sky in infrared. It discovered thousands of galaxies, stars, and planetary disks, revolutionizing space observation.
📍 Vandenberg Air Force Base, United States
Shortly after gaining independence from France, the Republic of Djibouti became a member of the United Nations. The move signified the international recognition of one of the youngest African nations at the time.
📍 New York City, United States
On June 27, 1977, Djibouti officially declared independence from France, becoming the last of France’s colonies in Africa to achieve full sovereignty. The event was celebrated as a major decolonization milestone.
📍 Djibouti City, Djibouti
The British Parliament passed legislation permanently abolishing capital punishment for murder in England, Wales, and Scotland. The decision marked a major moment in the global movement toward ending the death penalty.
📍 London, United Kingdom
IBM introduced the first automated teller machine (ATM) in the United States, revolutionizing personal banking and laying the foundation for global self-service financial systems.
📍 New York, United States
U.S. President John F. Kennedy held the first nationally televised presidential news conference in color, further transforming the role of television in politics and public communication.
📍 Washington, D.C., United States
Hurricane Audrey struck the Gulf Coast, becoming one of the deadliest hurricanes in U.S. history. It caused over 400 deaths and led to significant improvements in hurricane preparedness and warning systems.
📍 Louisiana and Texas, United States
The United States confirmed the United Kingdom had conducted a successful hydrogen bomb test, establishing Britain as the third thermonuclear power in the world.
📍 Pacific Ocean Test Site
Walt Disney officially broke ground for Disneyland in Anaheim, California. The park became the first of many Disney theme parks and transformed global entertainment and tourism.
📍 Anaheim, California, United States
In response to North Korea’s invasion of South Korea, President Harry Truman ordered U.S. air and naval forces to assist the South. This decision escalated the Korean War and marked a key moment in Cold War military engagement.
📍 Washington, D.C., United States
The World Bank approved its first post-WWII loan for the reconstruction of France. This laid the foundation for global development financing and economic recovery efforts.
📍 Washington, D.C., United States
The French National Convention dissolved the Committee of Public Safety, effectively ending Robespierre’s reign. This led to the establishment of the Directory, a new governing body following the Reign of Terror.
📍 Paris, France
British explorer James Cook departed on his second voyage aboard HMS Resolution to search for Terra Australis. This journey significantly expanded European knowledge of the southern oceans and Pacific islands.
📍 Plymouth, United Kingdom