2003 - Space Shuttle Columbia disintegrates during reentry into the Earth's atmosphere, killing all seven astronauts aboard.
1982 - Late Night With David Letterman makes its debut on NBC-TV. This was the first airing of the Late Night franchise, which eventually moved to CBS, and with a new name.
1972 - First calculator debuts, for scientists only, priced at $395. Hewlett Packard's HP-35 was the first handheld calculator to perform advanced mathematical functions.
1951 - First telecast of atomic explosion. The bomb was detonated in Frenchman Flats, Nevada, near Las Vegas.
1790 - The Supreme Court of the United States convenes for the first time in New York City's Royal Exchange Building on Broad Street.
This Day In Business
1790 - The government refinances war debt, issuing $80 million in bonds. These bonds mark the birth of the U.S. investment markets.
2007 - J.K. Rowling announces the publication date of the last Harry Potter book.
1814 - The very active Mayon Volcano ravages the Philippines.
2004 - New England Patriots defeat Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 37 on last second field goal.
February 1st Holiday
National Freedom Day - Celebrates the signing of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution.
Today's Birthday Trivia
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Today's Birthday Horoscope
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