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Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1770 – Five Americans are killed by British troops in an event that would later become known as the Boston Massacre (More info) 1872 – George Westinghouse patents the air brake (More info)

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Penn Jillette Age: 57 Occupation: Comedian, Magician and Illusionist Known For: His work with fellow illusionist Teller in the duo known as Penn & Teller, his advocacy of atheism, free-market economics and scientific skepticism, appearing in music videos with artists including the Ramones and Katy Perry, and giving his daughter th

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1836 – The Republic of Texas declares its independence from Mexico (More info) 1877 – The US Congress declares Rutherford B. Hayes the winner of the previous November’s election, even though Samuel J. Tilden won the popular vote (More info)

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Jon Bon Jovi Age: 50 Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Musician and Philanthropist Known For: Heading up the band Bon Jovi, whose chart-topping singles include ‘You Give Love a Bad Name,’ ‘Livin’ on a Prayer’ and ‘Bad Medicine,’ earning an Oscar nomination for the song ‘Blaze of Glory,’ founding community pay-what-you-can restaurant JBJ

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Roger Daltrey Age: 68 Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Musician and Actor Known For: Being the founder and frontman of the legendary band The Who, known for singles including ‘I Can See for Miles,’ ‘Pinball Wizard,’ ‘Won’t Get Fooled Again,’ ‘Who Are You’ and ‘You Better You Bet,’ and acting in dozens of movies, TV series and stage sho

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1781 – The Continental Congress adopts the Articles of Confederation (More info) 1790 – The first United States census is authorized (More info)