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This Day in History for July 8
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1776 – The first public reading of the Declaration of Independence happens in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, after which the Liberty Bell is rung (More info)
1777 – Vermont becomes the first colony to abolish slavery (More info)
Celebrity Birthdays for July 8
Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Kevin Bacon
Age: 53
Occupation: Actor, Singer, and Songwriter
Known For: His star-making turn in 1984's 'Footloose,' his musical group The Bacon Brothers, and being separated from everyone in Hollywood by no more than six degrees
Toby Keith
Age: 50
Occupation: Singer and Songwriter
Known For: Selling millions of country albums, his so
Casey Anthony Juror Speaks Out: ‘There Wasn’t Enough Evidence’ [VIDEO]
Jennifer Ford, a juror on the Casey Anthony trial, spoke out Wednesday night on 'Nightline.' While Ford said she felt Anthony "had something to do" with the death of her child, she claimed there simply wasn't enough hard evidence to convict.
"There wasn't enough evidence," she said. "If you're going to charge someone with murder, don't you have to know how they killed some
Jake Gyllenhaal Joins Bear Grylls on Exciting Season Premiere of ‘Man vs. Wild’ [VIDEO]
On the upcoming season premiere of 'Man vs. Wild,' actor Jake Gyllenhaal temporarily leaves Hollywood behind and joins Bear Grylls on a trek through the Iceland's harsh terrain.
In this preview, Gyllenhaal and Grylls lash themselves together with a rope as they hike on a mountain through a blinding snowstorm.
Adele Plans ‘Quite Acoustic’ Third Album
Adele has had a couple of amazing years, and she could hardly be blamed for wanting to take a little time to soak it all in for awhile -- but she isn't planning to slow down.
In fact, she's already thinking about her next album.
While cautioning that she thinks the recording will "take a lot longer" than the process for her first two releases, '19' and '21,' Adele has revealed that her n
Casey Anthony Sentenced to Four Years in Jail For Lying to Investigators
Casey Anthony was sentenced to four years in jail Thursday for lying to investigators in charge of the search for her daughter, Caylee. However, Anthony could be set free as early as late this month or in the beginning of August, since she's served almost three years in jail while awaiting trial with a record of good behavior.
New Movie Releases: ‘Zookeeper,’ ‘Horrible Bosses’ [VIDEO]
Kevin James is seeking big laughs in his latest summer comedy, 'Zookeeper,' in which he plays, well, a zookeeper whose animals reveal they can talk when he decides he wants to leave to find a more glamorous job.
Though it's sure to be a hit with families this weekend, adults may opt for the R-rated 'Horrible Bosses' instead, which stars Jason Bateman, Charlie Day and Jason Sudekis as three disgrun
US Government Mandates Fast Food Nutrition Labeling
In an effort to help people make more informed choices when eating away from home, the federal government is introducing mandatory nutrition labeling for fast food menus and vending machines.
Items sold at movie theaters are exempt, which is odd given what calorie bombs those snacks can be.
The problem is that few Americans pay much attention to the nutrition labeling on even the packaged foods br
Celebrity Birthdays for July 7
Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Ringo Starr
Age: 71
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, and Musician
Known For: Winning the "right place, right time" lottery when he was asked to join The Beatles right before they made it big
Michelle Kwan
Age: 31
Occupation: Figure Skater
Known For: Being the most decorated figure skater in US history with two Olympic meda
This Day in History for July 7
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1863 – The US begins its first military draft; exemptions cost $300 (More info)
1898 – President William McKinley signs the Newlands Resolution annexing Hawaii as a territory of the United States (More info)
HBO to Air Special on Derek Jeter’s 3,000 Hit Milestone
As Derek Jeter returns from a recent calf injury chases his 3,000th hit, Major League Baseball Productions is following the New York Yankees captain for 'Derek Jeter 3K,' a one-hour special which will air on HBO within a few weeks after the slugger reaches the historic milestone.
He will be only the the 28th major leaguer -- and the very first Yankee -- to do so.
Red Hot Chili Peppers Reveal New Album Artwork
The Red Hot Chili Peppers have always made an effort to include a provocative visual component with their music, an aesthetic that has encompassed everything from their outlandish stage getups to the memorably bold covers for albums like 'Blood Sugar Sex Magik' and 'Mother's Milk.'
The band is continuing that tradition with the cover for their next release, 'I'm With You,' due August 30 from their