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Y2K Scare is Squashed
After many minor computer errors and annoyences, the Y2K scare as been squashed. -
George W. Bush is Inaugurated into Office
George Bush is inaugurated into office after defeating Al Gore in the 2000 election. This is the first example of a candidate losing the popular vote and winning the electoral college. -
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Bush's Presidency
George W. Bush was the president of the United States. -
The World Trade Center is Attacked
Two terrorists hijack airplanes and run them into the World Trade Center. -
War on Terror is Declared
The United States of America declare war after the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center. -
The iPod is Released
The mp3 player known a.s the iPod is released internationally. -
Homeland Security is Made
After 9/11, the Bush administration created homeland security for terrorism and protecting America. -
Saddam Hussein is Executed
Saddam Hussein is executed by hanging. -
Facebook is Created
Facebook is made by a few college roomates. It later becomes one of the most used websites in the world. -
Indonesian Earthquake Occurs
An earthquake of a 9.3 magnitude hits the Indonesian region and triggers a tsunami that causes 230,000 fatalities. -
Taipei 101 Opens
Taipei 101 opens in Taiwan as the tallest building in the world. it is later supassed by Burj Dubai. -
Hurricane Katrina Strikes US
Hurricane Katrina strikes US causing 1,836 fatalities. -
PS3 is Released
PS3 is released across the world. -
Terrorists are Caught Attempting to Blow Up JFK Airport
Terrorsts are caught trying to explode a fuel tank in JFK Airport. -
The Final Harry Potter Book is Released
The seventh Harry Potter book, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is released. -
Michael Phelps Wins Eighth Gold Medal
Michael Phelps won his eighth staight gold medal in the 2008 Summer Olympics at Beijing. -
US Stock Market Crashes
The US stock market crashes, causing financial issues for years. -
Burj Dubai Breaks World Record
The Burj Dubai tops out at 828m being the tallest building in the world. -
Barack Obama is Inaugurated into Office
Barack Obama is inaugurated into office. He is the first black president of the United States of America. -
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Barack Obama's Presidency
Barack Obama is the 44th President of the USA. He is the first black president. -
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Swine Flu Outbreak
Swine Flu spreads through out the world, killing many. -
Avatar is Released
Avatar is released and becomes the best selling movie of all time.
