It happened on a… January 7

2019

Amazon overtakes Microsoft to become the world’s most valuable listed company for the first time, worth $797 billion.

2015

Two gunmen commit a mass shooting at the offices of Charlie Hebdo in Paris, killing twelve people and injuring another eleven.

1999

President Bill Clinton’s Impeachment trial begins in the US Senate after the House voted to impeach him for lying about his affair with Monica Lewinsky

1990

The Leaning Tower of Pisa was closed to the public. The accelerated rate of “leaning” raised fears for the safety of its visitors.

1982

“Fame” premieres on NBC TV

1959

The United States recognized Fidel Castro’s new government in Cuba.

1958

Gibson issued US patent for the Flying V Guitar.

1934

“Flash Gordon” comic strip (by Alex Raymond) debuts.

1927

Transatlantic telephone service began between New York and London. 31 calls were made on this first day.

1859

First Canadian silver coins issued.

1799

Founding of the Quebec Library.