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Sunday, 01 November 2026

2009

The inaugural Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is held at the Yas Marina Circuit.

2005

First part of the Gomery Report, which discusses allegations of political money manipulation by members of the Liberal Party of Canada, is released in Canada.

2000

Serbia joins the United Nations.

1993

The Maastricht Treaty takes effect, formally establishing the European Union.

1982

Honda becomes the first Asian automobile company to produce cars in the United States with the opening of their factory in Marysville, Ohio. The Honda Accord is the first car produced there.

1981

Antigua and Barbuda gain independence from the United Kingdom.

1973

Watergate Scandal: Leon Jaworski is appointed as the new Watergate Special Prosecutor.

The Indian state of Mysore is renamed as Karnataka to represent all the regions within Karunadu.

1970

Club Cinq-Sept fire in Saint-Laurent-du-Pont, France kills 146 young people.

1968

The Motion Picture Association of America's film rating system is officially introduced, originating with the ratings G, M, R, and X.

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