Historical Events
- The first operation of Qinghai-Tibet Railway in the People's Republic of China
Famous Weddings
- "Hi-5" actress and singer Jennifer Peterson-Hind (26) weds recording artist Tom Korbee in Madison, Wisconsin
Famous Deaths
- Fred Trueman, England cricket fast bowler (England 67 Tests, 307 wickets), dies of small cell carcinoma at 75
- Ryutaro Hashimoto, Japanese politician (Prime Minister of Japan 1996-98), dies at 68
2006 Highlights
About July 1, 2006
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 17 years, 2 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Cancer
Holidays: Canada Day (Canada)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Do I Make You Proud - Taylor Hicks
#1 Song: Maneater - Nelly Furtado
