What Happened on September 6, 2020

Historical Events

Election of Interest

100,000 people demonstrate in Minsk against Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, amid month-long protests against his re-election

First chord change in 19 years in John Cage's "As Slow As Possible" composition, being played for 639 years, in Halberstadt, Germany
Los Angeles County reported its highest-ever temperature of 121F (49.4C)
Premier Daniel Andrews announces roadmap out of restrictions for the Australian state of Victoria, but extends lockdown till September 28
Strain of Bacteria nicknamed "Conan the Bacterium' survives three years attached to the International Space Station in open space

US Men's Tennis Open

World #1 tennis player Novak Đoković is sensationally disqualified in 4th round of US Open after hitting a ball in frustration, striking a line judge; trailed Pablo Carreño Busta 5-6 in 1st set

2020 History

Famous Deaths

Kevin Dobson, American actor (Kojak, Knots Landing, Shannon), dies at 77
Lou Brock, American Baseball Hall of Fame outfielder (6 × MLB All-Star; World Series 1964, 67; 8 × NL stolen base leader; St Louis Cardinals), dies from multiple myeloma at 81
Mike Sexton, American poker player (World Series of Poker Tournament of Champions 2006; Poker Hall of Fame) and commentator (WPT), dies from prostate cancer at 72
Tom Jernstedt, American Basketball Hall of Fame administrator (NCAA 1972-2010), dies at 75