2009 in History

Beckham makes history by drawing level with Bobby Moores record of 108 caps for an English outfield player, coming on as a substitute for Stewart Downing in a friendly match against Spain

Pirlog's acting premiership ends when Vlad Filat forms a new government

Mihai Ghimpu becomes acting President as President of Parliament

Vitalie Pirlog becomes acting Prime Minister during the government transition

Brown announces additional British troops subject to allied and equipment commitments.

Feustel helps repair the Advanced Camera for Surveys, restoring major imaging capability lost after an electronics failure.

Addresses a 3-day convention attended by 300 Afrikaners intended to develop a strategy for "Boer liberation", he reinforces earlier claims for land in Northern Natal and the Eastern Transvaal

The Islamic State of Iraq al-Qaeda claims responsibility for the attack

Two suicide bombings in Baghdad kill at least 155 people and wound 700 others, the deadliest attacks in the country since 2007, and they raise the question of the safety of Iraq, despite Prime Minister Nuri Kamal al-Malikis recent assurances. The Islamic State of Iraq al-Qaeda claims responsibility for the attack

Five bombs kill at least 120 people and wound some 400 at or near Government buildings in Baghdad, the Islamic State of Iraq al-Qaeda says it carried out the attacks

Five bombs kill at least 120 people and wound some 400 at or near Government buildings in Baghdad, the Islamic State of Iraq al-Qaeda says it carried out the attacks

The Act provides tax relief, public investment and transfers intended to counter recession.

Biti assumes responsibility for government finances during the unity administration.

Nkomo becomes Vice-President following Joseph Msika's death.

US security attention increasingly focuses on Al-Qaeda in Yemen.

British mercenary Simon Mann, convicted of attempting to overthrow Equatorial Guinea President Teodoro Obiang Nguema in a failed coup in 2004, receives a presidential pardon and is released

Bangladeshi police arrested Syed Tauhidul Alam, the suspected ringleader of a deadly border guard mutiny that killed at least 69 people, during a raid in a slum in Dhaka

The military denies that a coup is under way, stating that the presidents killers are an isolated group of soldiers. The assassination is said to be retaliation for a bomb attack that killed the army Chief of Staff, Gen. Batista Tagme Na Wai. President Joao Bernardo Vieira of the small African country of Guinea-Bissau is shot to death by army troops

The Awami League wins a landslide victory in the countrys 481 upazilas (subdistricts), 3 people are killed, 150 injured and voter intimidation is rife

The Banking Act creates a permanent framework for resolving failing banks.

Barack Obama named winner of 2009 Nobel Peace Prize "for his extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples," Norwegian Nobel Committee says

Barack Obama named winner of 2009 Nobel Peace Prize "for his extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples," Norwegian Nobel Committee says

Completes a league, cup and European treble.

Becomes the first manager winning six official titles in one year.

Captains Barcelona to the Champions League and completes the club's first continental treble.

Since Noel Gallaghers departure from Oasis Liam has said he will continue making music with ex-Oasis members Gem Archer, Andy Bell, drummer Chris Sharrock and keyboard player Jay Darlington recording under the bandname Beady Eye

Germany marks Twentieth anniversary of fall of Berlin Wall with spectacular ceremony attended by European leaders

The Islamic State of Iraq al-Qaeda claims responsibility for the attack

Two suicide bombings in Baghdad kill at least 155 people and wound 700 others, the deadliest attacks in the country since 2007, and they raise the question of the safety of Iraq, despite Prime Minister Nuri Kamal al-Malikis recent assurances. The Islamic State of Iraq al-Qaeda claims responsibility for the attack

Five bombs kill at least 120 people and wound some 400 at or near Government buildings in Baghdad, the Islamic State of Iraq al-Qaeda says it carried out the attacks

Five bombs kill at least 120 people and wound some 400 at or near Government buildings in Baghdad, the Islamic State of Iraq al-Qaeda says it carried out the attacks

A female suicide bomber kills 35 Shiite pilgrims in Baghdad, the deadliest attack in a string of bombings

In the worst single loss to the American military in nine months, a suicide bomber kills four American soldiers and their Iraqi translator in the northern Iraq city of Mosul

UKIP finishes second in the UK European Parliament election.

Awards the main contract for the third set of locks to Grupo Unidos por el Canal

Leads Barcelona to Champions League victory over Manchester United.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel re-elected to 2nd term at head of new, centre-right coalition

Reuben Meade returns as Chief Minister before the new constitution changes the title

Brown establishes an independent inquiry chaired by John Chilcot.

Responds after the attempted bombing is linked to Yemen-based AQAP.

Scores in extra time as Barcelona defeat Estudiantes to complete an unprecedented six-trophy year.

Sheikh Hasina Wajed is sworn in for her second spell as Prime minister, restoring democracy to the impoverished country after almost two years of rule by an army-backed regime

Morales promulgates the constitution creating the Plurinational State of Bolivia.

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez wins his bid to end presidential term limits in his country, thus allowing him to run for reelection

Voters approve the new constitution in a national referendum.

Scores as Barcelona defeat Athletic Bilbao 4-1 in the Copa del Rey final.

Brown participates in negotiations seeking an international agreement on climate action.

Grunsfeld helps install the Cosmic Origins Spectrograph, a highly sensitive ultraviolet instrument designed for Hubble.

The treaty makes qualified-majority voting the standard procedure in additional Council decisions.

British mercenary Simon Mann, convicted of attempting to overthrow Equatorial Guinea President Teodoro Obiang Nguema in a failed coup in 2004, receives a presidential pardon and is released

Marc Ravalomanana resigns as President, in an apparent coup, he hands power over to the military, which in turn transfers control to Andry Rajoelina

Marc Ravalomanana resigns as President, in an apparent coup, he hands power over to the military, which in turn transfers control to Andry Rajoelina

The military denies that a coup is under way, stating that the presidents killers are an isolated group of soldiers

Burnham helps launch proposals for universal connectivity and a stronger digital economy.

King Abdullah proposed implanting Guantanamo detainees with a chip that contained their personal information before authorities tracked their movements using Bluetooth technology

US President Barack Obama informs the Czech Republic and Poland that his administration has shelved Bush-era, Moscow-opposed plans to build missile shield bases on their territories

Al-Khasawneh participates in economic reform connected with Jordanian political and historical developments.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas announces he will not seek re-election as president and intends to quit politics

Abbas announces he does not intend to seek re election as president

Tunisian President Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali, 73, elected to a fifth term with almost 90 per cent of the vote

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez wins his bid to end presidential term limits in his country, thus allowing him to run for reelection

Parliamentary elections held in Israel prove inconclusive, the centrist Kadima party, led by Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni, wins 28 seats in the 120-seat Knesset, the most of any party

Voter turnout varies widely by area, with some regions reporting less than 50% participation and others more than 75%. Iraq holds local elections to create provincial councils, the elections are notable for their lack of violence and the noticeably diminished role the US plays in their implementation

German Chancellor Angela Merkel re-elected to 2nd term at head of new, centre-right coalition

John Atta Mills of the National Democratic Congress is elected President of Ghana, with 50.2% of the vote

Morales wins re-election for a second presidential term.

Iraq holds local elections to create provincial councils, the elections are notable for their lack of violence and the noticeably diminished role the US plays in their implementation

Portuguese Prime Minister Jose Socrates wins 2nd term in Parliamentary elections

Norwegian Prime Minister Jens Stoltenbergs red-green alliance wins a second four-year term in office

The Awami League wins a landslide victory in the countrys 481 upazilas (subdistricts), 3 people are killed, 150 injured and voter intimidation is rife

African leaders elect Gaddafi chairman of the African Union for a one-year term.

The First Johanna Sigurdardottir Government ends, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Iceland.

The Second Geir Haarde Government ends, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Iceland.

The Second Topolanek Government ends in Prague, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Czech Republic.

British combat operations in Iraq formally conclude under Brown's premiership.

Starmer issues a statement defining fairness, independence and accountability for public prosecutors.

Scores Barcelona's opening goal against Manchester United after ten minutes.

Slovakia adopts the euro currency.

Forms a new Conservative grouping in the European Parliament.

Labour finishes third in the European Parliament election vote.

Labour suffers heavy losses in the European Parliament elections.

Brown's government implements the institutional changes created by the Treaty of Lisbon.

Brown supports reforms after publication of parliamentary-expenses claims.

Announces resignation as Speaker during the MPs' expenses scandal.

Welcomes a judgment allowing Lisbon ratification once German legislation strengthens parliamentary participation in European affairs.

Addresses the Board of Governors during the final month of his twelve-year tenure as IAEA Director General.

Altman commands Atlantis to landing, completing the final astronaut servicing mission to Hubble.

Becomes the first Belgian and first ESA astronaut to command the station.

Begins the First Johanna Sigurdardottir Government and serves as Prime Minister of Iceland.

Wins Serie A in his first season as Inter manager.

Inter defeat AC Milan 4-0 in an emphatic early-season derby victory.

Burnham's department launches free swimming for eligible young and older residents.

Releases Further Complications, which reaches number 19 on the UK albums chart.

Brown secures international commitments on financial supervision, resources and economic recovery.

G20 leaders pledge additional international resources worth approximately 1.1 trillion dollars.

Promulgates the General Education Law, replacing the previous constitutional education framework with new national standards.

The federal government obtains a majority interest in General Motors during bankruptcy restructuring.

Germany deposits its instrument of ratification for the Treaty of Lisbon with the Italian government.

Germany marks Twentieth anniversary of fall of Berlin Wall with spectacular ceremony attended by European leaders

Israeli defense minister Ehud Barak states that this will be a "war to the bitter end," while Hamas spokesman Ismail Radwant declares Hamas would "fight until the last breath."

After over a week of intense air strikes, Israeli troops crossed the border into Gaza, launching a ground war against the militant Palestinian group, Hamas.

Israeli defense minister Ehud Barak states that this will be a "war to the bitter end," while Hamas spokesman Ismail Radwant declares Hamas would "fight until the last breath.".

More than 430 Palestinians and 4 Israelis have been killed since the fighting began Dec. 27, 2008.

Israel announces unilateral cease-fire in Gaza, Hamas will continue to fight as long as Israeli troops remain in the area

Hamas announces cease-fire in response to Israels promise of peace. They will allow Israeli troops a week to pull out of the country. Hamas announces cease-fire in response to Israels promise of peace, they will allow Israeli troops a week to pull out of the country

Israeli defense minister Ehud Barak states that this will be a "war to the bitter end," while Hamas spokesman Ismail Radwant declares Hamas would "fight until the last breath."

Burnham becomes Secretary of State for Health.

The Sports Minister Andy Burnham addresses the Anfield crowd but is heckled by supporters chanting "Justice for the 96"

Presents a memorial wreath to the Kop for the Liverpool supporters who died after Hillsborough.

Burnham helps secure creation of the panel overseeing disclosure of Hillsborough records.

Burnham responds to demands for full disclosure at the twentieth-anniversary Hillsborough memorial.

Good helps replace the first of Hubble's two battery modules, renewing the observatory's electrical storage system.

McArthur uses Atlantis's robotic arm to capture Hubble for the telescope's fifth and final astronaut servicing mission.

Grunsfeld helps install a replacement Science Instrument Command and Data Handling system during the first final-servicing spacewalk.

Grunsfeld helps install a refurbished Fine Guidance Sensor to maintain Hubble's precision pointing capability.

Massimino helps replace all three Hubble gyroscope rate-sensing units during Servicing Mission 4.

McArthur uses Atlantis's robotic arm to release Hubble after five spacewalks complete the final servicing mission.

Altman commands Atlantis as the final Hubble servicing mission launches to repair and modernize the observatory.

Feustel helps install a soft-capture mechanism intended to support a future robotic rendezvous with Hubble.

Feustel helps install new outer blanket layers that protect Hubble equipment bays after years of insulation degradation.

The theme of the inauguration is "A New Birth of Freedom," commemorating the 200th anniversary of the birth of Abraham Lincoln. The inauguration of Obama as the forty-fourth President of the USA

Sheikh Hasina Wajed is sworn in for her second spell as Prime minister, restoring democracy to the impoverished country after almost two years of rule by an army-backed regime

The Iraqi Government takes control of the Green Zone, the heavily fortified area that houses the offices and homes of most American and Iraqi Government officials

In front of a crowd of Marines in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, President Obama announced his intention to withdraw most American troops out of Iraq by August 31, 2010

Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki names June 30 "National Sovereignty Day" and declares a public holiday. In compliance with the status of forces agreement between the US and Iraq, US troops complete their withdrawal from Iraqi cities, including Baghdad, and transfer the responsibility of securing the cities to Iraqi troops

Brown compares shared ethical teachings across Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism and Sikhism.

Starmer publishes interim factors guiding prosecution decisions in assisted-suicide cases.

Obama announces deployment of 30,000 more US troops while pledging to begin withdrawals in 18 months

Israeli defense minister Ehud Barak states that this will be a "war to the bitter end," while Hamas spokesman Ismail Radwant declares Hamas would "fight until the last breath."

The United Nations declares a suspension of aid in Gaza after one driver was killed and two others wounded in stray gunfire

Despite a call from the United Nations for cease-fire, fighting continues in Gaza. An airstrike from Israel hits the United Nations Relief and Works Agency building in Gaza, injuring at least three people

An airstrike from Israel hits the United Nations Relief and Works Agency building in Gaza, injuring at least three people

At least 1,200 Palestinians and 13 Israelis have been killed during the conflict

27, 2008

After over a week of intense air strikes, Israeli troops crossed the border into Gaza, launching a ground war against the militant Palestinian group, Hamas. More than 430 Palestinians and 4 Israelis have been killed since the fighting began Dec.

Israeli defense minister Ehud Barak states that this will be a "war to the bitter end," while Hamas spokesman Ismail Radwant declares Hamas would "fight until the last breath.".

The Israeli Defence Forces ground invasion began, with mechanised infantry, armor, and artillery units, supported by helicopter gunships, entering Gaza.

Israel announces unilateral cease-fire in Gaza, Hamas will continue to fight as long as Israeli troops remain in the area

Hamas announces cease-fire in response to Israels promise of peace, they will allow Israeli troops a week to pull out of the country

Israeli defense minister Ehud Barak states that this will be a "war to the bitter end," while Hamas spokesman Ismail Radwant declares Hamas would "fight until the last breath."

In compliance with the status of forces agreement between the US and Iraq, US troops complete their withdrawal from Iraqi cities, including Baghdad, and transfer the responsibility of securing the cities to Iraqi troops

In front of a crowd of Marines in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, President Obama announced his intention to withdraw most American troops out of Iraq by August 31, 2010

In compliance with the status of forces agreement between the US and Iraq, US troops complete their withdrawal from Iraqi cities, including Baghdad, and transfer the responsibility of securing the cities to Iraqi troops

Government record concerning the IRA: Brown condemns the Real IRA attack that kills two British soldiers.

Historical IRA record under Labour Party Government: Brown condemns the Real IRA attack that kills two British soldiers.

IRA context for James Gordon Brown: Brown condemns the Real IRA attack that kills two British soldiers.

Brown announces an independent inquiry into Britain's participation in the Iraq War.

Assumes command of the International Space Station during Expedition 21.

Discovers a dark impact scar in Jupiter's atmosphere from an unobserved collision.

Opens King Abdullah University of Science and Technology.

Chairs the university's founding board during its establishment.

Secures European Council guarantees intended to clarify Ireland's position before a second Lisbon referendum.

Tunisia held legislative elections alongside the presidential vote.

Serves as Foreign Minister as the Lisbon Treaty reforms become legally effective.

Receives public approval to complete Ireland's Lisbon Treaty ratification process.

The treaty introduces a future double-majority system for qualified-majority voting.

Sarkozy welcomed the entry into force of the Lisbon Treaty and its institutional reforms.

The Treaty of Lisbon enters into force across the European Union.

Supports the legal and political assurances designed to address concerns raised in the first referendum.

Returns as head coach of the South Africa national football team

Concludes an agreement providing for CNDP political participation and integration of its fighters into national institutions.

Brown condemns the Real IRA attack that kills two British soldiers.

The voting system requires support from a majority of European Union member states.

Heads Barcelona's second goal to secure victory over Manchester United.

US President Barack Obama informs the Czech Republic and Poland that his administration has shelved Bush-era, Moscow-opposed plans to build missile shield bases on their territories

Biti presents a budget formalising the use of foreign currencies.

The treaty expands opportunities for national parliaments to examine European legislation.

Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki names June 30 "National Sovereignty Day" and declares a public holiday

Is re-elected as National Defence Commission chairman.

New Horizons begins a further hibernation cycle as mission controllers conserve spacecraft resources during the Pluto cruise.

Receives the Nobel Peace Prize for efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples.

North Korea conducts its second announced nuclear test explosion.

Since Noel Gallaghers departure from Oasis Liam has said he will continue making music with ex-Oasis members Gem Archer, Andy Bell, drummer Chris Sharrock and keyboard player Jay Darlington recording under the bandname Beady Eye

Kayani oversees the South Waziristan offensive against Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan strongholds.

Kayani oversees the army campaign in Swat that seeks to restore government control over areas held by Taliban militants.

UEFA award Robson the Emerald UEFA Order of Merit award, awarded to "individuals who have dedicated their talents to the good of the game"

Papandreou becomes Prime Minister after PASOK wins the general election.

Tauber serves as Planck project scientist as ESA launches a mission to map the microwave background

The treaty establishes population and member-state thresholds for future Council majorities.

Calls for concrete steps toward a world without nuclear weapons while maintaining deterrence during the transition.

Greceanii leaves office after the 2009 political crisis

Soumare leaves office after local election setbacks for the ruling party

Voronin leaves office after two presidential terms

Appointed President of Ecuador, 2nd term

John Atta Mills of the National Democratic Congress is elected President of Ghana, with 50.2% of the vote

Marc Ravalomanana resigns as President, in an apparent coup, he hands power over to the military, which in turn transfers control to Andry Rajoelina

Appointed President of Panama

Appointed President of Switzerland

Tunisian President Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali, 73, elected to a fifth term with almost 90 per cent of the vote

Funes becomes the first FMLN President of El Salvador

Zine El Abidine Ben Ali won a fifth presidential term.

Is inaugurated as president at the Union Buildings.

Sheikh Hasina Wajed is sworn in for her second spell as Prime minister, restoring democracy to the impoverished country after almost two years of rule by an army-backed regime

Innaugurated as Prime Minister of Iceland

Japans new Government under Democratic Party of Japan leader Yukio Hatoyama takes office

Norwegian Prime Minister Jens Stoltenbergs red-green alliance wins a second four-year term in office

Portuguese Prime Minister Jose Socrates wins 2nd term in Parliamentary elections

Vlad Filat becomes Prime Minister and leads the Alliance for European Integration

Souleymane Ndene Ndiaye becomes Prime Minister

The treaty extends qualified-majority voting across additional European policy areas.

The Bank begins purchasing assets with newly created central-bank money to support demand.

Is presented as a Real Madrid player after joining from Lyon.

Is presented as a Real Madrid player at the Bernabeu.

Releases Reality Killed the Video Star after a break from studio albums.

Mutinous Bangladeshi border guards open fire at their headquarters in the capital and seize a nearby shopping mall, injuring several people in an insurrection apparently sparked by pay disputes

Helps oversee implementation of the Recovery Act.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas announces he will not seek re-election as president and intends to quit politics

Parliament enacts the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act.

Iraq holds local elections to create provincial councils, the elections are notable for their lack of violence and the noticeably diminished role the US plays in their implementation

In front of a crowd of Marines in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, President Obama announced his intention to withdraw most American troops out of Iraq by August 31, 2010

In compliance with the status of forces agreement between the US and Iraq, US troops complete their withdrawal from Iraqi cities, including Baghdad, and transfer the responsibility of securing the cities to Iraqi troops

President Barack Obama loosens the travel ban, now allowing Cuban-Americans to travel freely to the country

Laos hosts the Southeast Asian Games for the first time

Feustel helps install Hubble's second replacement battery module during the final servicing spacewalk.

Begins the Second Johanna Sigurdardottir Government and serves as Prime Minister of Iceland.

Cowen welcomes the second Lisbon vote, which clears the constitutional route for Irish ratification.

Cowen welcomes a 67.1 percent yes vote, clearing the constitutional obstacle to Irish Lisbon ratification.

North Korea conducts its second nuclear test.

Morales begins a second term under the new constitutional framework.

Manmohan Singh is sworn in again after the Congress-led UPA secures enough support to form the government following the 2009 election.

The Israeli Defence Forces ground invasion began, with mechanised infantry, armor, and artillery units, supported by helicopter gunships, entering Gaza

Scores twice as Barcelona defeat Real Madrid 6-2 at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Completes a calendar year containing six major trophies.

Directs Soul Kitchen.

Massimino helps replace an electronics card and restore Hubble's Space Telescope Imaging Spectrograph to operation.

Gives evidence to the Speaker's Conference as Conservative leader on parliamentary representation.

Appointed as a special envoy to the Middle East, working under President Barack Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton

Burnham appoints Richard Lewis as chair of Sport England.

Brown delivers a prime-ministerial address on responsibility, fairness and shared moral principles.

Scores in stoppage time against Chelsea to send Barcelona through on away goals.

Two suicide bombings in Baghdad kill at least 155 people and wound 700 others, the deadliest attacks in the country since 2007, and they raise the question of the safety of Iraq, despite Prime Minister Nuri Kamal al-Malikis recent assurances

In the worst single loss to the American military in nine months, a suicide bomber kills four American soldiers and their Iraqi translator in the northern Iraq city of Mosul

A female suicide bomber kills 35 Shiite pilgrims in Baghdad, the deadliest attack in a string of bombings

Performs the halftime show at Super Bowl XLIII with the E Street Band.

Gillani's government supports a truce and legal changes intended to end fighting in Swat.

The federal government accepts a peace arrangement allowing Islamic regulation in the Swat region.

Tsvangirai becomes Prime Minister under the Global Political Agreement.

The radio play is broadcast on BBC Radio 4, with actress Maggie Smith reprising her role of Miss Shepherd and Alan Bennett playing himself

The radio play is broadcast on BBC Radio 4, with actress Maggie Smith reprising her role of Miss Shepherd and Alan Bennett playing himself

Directs The White Ribbon, a German-language drama set before the First World War.

MESSENGER makes its third and final Mercury flyby before orbit insertion, further matching the spacecraft's path to Mercury's orbit.

Releases Together Through Life.

Winner of the Tour de France, 2nd time

Joins Inter Milan and becomes the creative centre of the team that wins the 2010 treble.

Ratifies the European Union's Lisbon Treaty.

The Treaty of Lisbon comes into effect

Lisbon reforms take effect under Berlusconi, changing EU institutions, voting procedures and external representation.

Lisbon's institutional reforms become binding across the Union while Cowen serves as Taoiseach.

Heads the German government when the Treaty of Lisbon enters into force across the European Union.

Lisbon's institutional reforms become binding across the Union while Papandreou serves as Greek prime minister.

Burnham reappoints Sue Campbell as chair of UK Sport.

An airstrike from Israel hits the United Nations Relief and Works Agency building in Gaza, injuring at least three people

The United Nations appoints Sikander Afzal of Pakistan as Force Commander of the mission in Liberia.

The Budget introduces incentives encouraging consumers to replace older vehicles.

Is sworn in as vice president of the United States.

Mitchell begins his meetings in Cairo and Obama says his visit was part of the Presidents campaign promise to listen to both sides of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and work toward a Middle East peace deal

A United Nations commission headed by South African judge Richard Goldstone charges both Israel and Palestinian militant groups with committing war crimes in Gaza

Grunsfeld helps replace WFPC2 with Wide Field Camera 3, greatly expanding Hubble's ultraviolet, visible and infrared imaging capability.

Following a Football Association-led campaign to persuade FIFA to award medals to all the winners squad members, Armfield is presented with his medal by Gordon Brown.

Greaves is presented with his 1966 World Cup Winners medal by Gordon Brown at a ceremony at 10 Downing Street.

Completes a world-record transfer from Manchester United.

Brown uses his award speech to advocate cooperation, human rights and interfaith understanding.

Brown receives the Appeal of Conscience Foundation's World Statesman award.

Begins his first presidential term after the general election.

Death of Alan Arthur Walters, upon hearing of his death Lady Thatcher describes him as "radical, fearless" and the "finest of friends"

Death of Bea Arthur, actress in the "Golden Girls"

Death of "Bobby" Robert William Robson

Death of Corazon Aquino

Death of Dave Dee

Death of Edward Moore Kennedy

Death of Edward Moore "Ted" Kennedy

Death of Edward Woodward

Death of James Graham Ballard

Death of John Mortimer

Death of John Hoyer Updike

Death of Johnny Caldwell

Death of Judi Ann Mason

Death of Alan Arthur Walters, upon hearing of his death Lady Thatcher describes him as "radical, fearless" and the "finest of friends"

Death of Mary Isobel Mollie Sugden

Death of Michael Jackson

Death of Patrick McGoohan

Death of Patrick Swayze

Death of Ralf Gustav Dahrendorf

Death of Robert McNamara

Death of Sky Saxon

Death of Vasily Aksyonov

Death of Walter Leland Cronkite