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On this day
In 1868, the city of Reno, Nevada is founded.
In 1901, the first Australian parliament opens.
In 1960, the U.S. becomes the first country to legalize the birth control pill.
In 1980, 鈥楩riday The 13th鈥� is released in theatres.
In 1988, Australia鈥檚 new parliament building is opened by Queen Elizabeth II.
In 1996, Canadian rockstar Geddy Lee is made an officer of the Order of Canada.
In 2010, Oakland A鈥檚 pitcher Dallas Braden throws the 19th perfect game in MLB history. He threw it on Mother鈥檚 Day with his Grandma in attendance.
National holidays
According to National Today, today is National Butterscotch Brownie Day, National Lost Sock Memorial Day, National Sleepover Day, National Women鈥檚 Checkup Day, and National Moscato Day.
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Celebrity birthdays
If your birthday is today, you share a birthday with singer Billy Joel (73), actress Rosario Dawson (43), actress Candice Bergen (76), and Hockey Hall of Famer Steve Yzerman (57).
Have a great start to your week!
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