The Trial of the Century: O.J. Simpson’s Acquittal
On October 3, 1995, one of the most sensational trials in American history concluded with a jury finding former football star O.J. Simpson not guilty of the murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ronald Goldman. This verdict not only captivated the nation but also sparked widespread debate about race, domestic violence, […]
The Unabomber’s Legacy: Unraveling Ted Kaczynski’s Life and Impact
On September 19, 1995, the Unabomber’s manifesto, a 35,000-word document written by Theodore John Kaczynski, was published in The New York Times and The Washington Post. This manifesto was the culmination of a violent campaign by Kaczynski, who had orchestrated a series of bombings that resulted in three deaths and 23 injuries over nearly two […]
Cal Ripken Jr.: Breaking Lou Gehrig’s Record for Consecutive Games Played
On September 6th, 1995, Cal Ripken Jr., the Baltimore Orioles’ legendary shortstop, made history by breaking one of the most revered records in Major League Baseball. By playing in his 2,131st consecutive game, Ripken surpassed the long-standing record set by Lou Gehrig, the New York Yankees’ Hall of Famer, who had held the record for […]
Jerry Garcia of the Grateful Dead Dies
On August 9, 1995, Jerry Garcia, the iconic guitarist and lead vocalist of the Grateful Dead, passed away at the age of 53. Garcia’s death marked the end of an era for one of the most influential and enduring bands in rock history. Known for his unique guitar style, charismatic stage presence, and improvisational prowess, […]
Amazon Opens for Business
On July 16, 1995, Amazon.com opened for business, initially as an online bookstore. Founded by Jeff Bezos in his garage, the launch of Amazon marked the beginning of a retail revolution. At a time when the Internet was still in its infancy, Bezos recognized the potential of the web to reach a global audience. He […]
U.S. Space Shuttle Docks with Russian Space Station
In a significant demonstration of post-Cold War international cooperation, the U.S. Space Shuttle Atlantis docked with the Russian space station Mir on June 29, 1995. This event marked the first shuttle-Mir rendezvous and began a series of joint missions known as the Shuttle-Mir Program. The collaboration not only helped pave the way for the International […]
Pop Star Selena Murdered
Pop star Selena Quintanilla-Pérez is tragically murdered by Yolanda Saldívar, the president of her fan club, in Corpus Christi, Texas, shocking fans around the world and leaving a void in the music industry. Selena’s untimely death at the age of 23 cut short a promising career and sparked an outpouring of grief from her devoted […]
Toy Story Premieres, Revolutionizing Animation
Pixar’s groundbreaking animated film “Toy Story” premiered on November 22nd, 1995. This marked a turning point in the world of animation, introducing computer-generated imagery (CGI) and setting the stage for a new era in filmmaking.
Oslo II Accords
Rabin, Peres, and Arafat signed the Oslo II Accords (formally Israeli-Palestinian Interim Agreement on the West Bank and the Gaza Strip), which detailed the expansion of Palestinian self-rule to population centres other than Gaza and Jericho.
Cal Ripken, Jr.
American professional baseball player Cal Ripken, Jr., played in his 2,131st consecutive game, surpassing Lou Gehrig’s record, which had stood for more than 56 years.