Today in History: notable events from 1881 to 1986
August 31 marks a string of historical notes across eras including Charleston earthquake deaths around 110 in 1886, the first U.S. men’s tennis championships in 1881, Mary Ann Nichols tied to Jack the Ripper lore in 1888, Rocky Marciano’s fatal crash in 1969, and Poland’s Solidarity movement formation in 1986 ending a 17 day strike in Gdansk.
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Glenn Ford dies at 90 after long career in film and TV
Glenn Ford, renowned for The Blackboard Jungle Gilda and The Big Heat, died at 90 after a series of strokes and a long Hollywood career. Police said there was no foul play. He starred in Westerns and TV dramas and remained active into his 70s.
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MTV awards feature Black humor with Jack Black host
MTV presents the 2006 Video Music Awards live from Radio City Music Hall with host Jack Black and guests like Beyonce Panic at the Disco The Killers Ludacris Justin Timberlake Shakira and appearances by Axl Rose Lindsay Lohan Kanye West Paris Hilton Diddy LL Cool J Snoop Dogg and 50 Cent. The broadcast coincides with other prime time highlights including A Closer Walk and Celebrity Duets in a night of varied TV events.
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Kyle Gass
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CBS's Schieffer anchors final CBS Evening News broadcast
Bob Schiefferfarewells viewers in his final CBS Evening News telecast while Katie Couric is rumored to attend. Schieffer reflects on stepping in for Dan Rather during CBS News upheaval and the Bush National Guard story fallout. He notes his 18 month run, then shifts to new roles on Couric's program and as a Washington analyst.
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Face the Nation
Journal World Staff Contacts and News Partners
This item lists Journal World staff roles with phone numbers and emails for editors and departments. It also notes News Partners 6News and World Online, with contact details and a subscription line for delivery, redelivery, and billing inquiries.
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World News Briefs At A Glance
Today's stories cover political developments in major capitals, economic indicators from global markets, and cultural events shaping public discourse. Analysts weigh policy impacts, corporate earnings, and notable speeches through the day.
Birthday ages of celebrities announced
Actor Richard Gere is 57, violinist Itzhak Perlman is 61, singer Van Morrison is 61, Deborah Gibson is 36, and actor Chris Tucker is 34.
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Richard Gere
Itzhak Perlman
van Morrison
Deborah Gibson
Chris Tucker
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