Today in 1879, Dominion Day (now Canada Day) was first celebrated.

Today in 1977, Elvis Presley gave his last concert, in Indianapolis. He died 2 months later at the age of 42.

CNN Breaking News - Supreme Court rules for Wal-Mart in massive job discrimination lawsuit.

Today in 1865, slaves in Galveston, TX were informed that they are free - two years after Emancipation.

Today in 1972, White House staffers were caught burglarizing the Watergate offices of their Democratic rivals.

CNN Breaking News - For the first time since 1972, the Stanley Cup belongs to Boston. The Bruins beat the Canucks 4-0 in Game 7.

Today in 780 B.C., the first historic solar eclipse was recorded in China.