Historical Events
World Record
First edition of Mary Shelley's 1818 novel "Frankenstein" sells for $1.17 million, setting new world record for a printed work by a woman [1]
- Kansas City Royals' Salvador Perez hits his 46th home run to break Hall of Famer Johnny Bench's MLB record for most in a season by a catcher, in Royals 7-2 win in Cleveland
- Pfizer announces they have developed a safe COVID-19 vaccine for 5-11 year olds with the dose 1/3 of the strength
Famous Deaths
- Billy Maxwell, American golfer (US Amateur C'ship 1951; Ryder Cup 1963; 7 x PGA Tour wins), dies at 92
- Jan Jindra, Czech rower (Olympic gold Coxed four 1952, bronze Eight 1960), dies at 89
- Sarah Dash, American pop, R&B, and disco singer (Patti LaBelle & Bluebirds; Labelle - "Lady Marmalade"), dies at 76
- Sherwood Boehlert, American politician (Rep-R-NY, 1983-2007), dies at 84
About September 20, 2021
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 2 years and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Stay - The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber
#1 Song: Shivers - Ed Sheeran
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