Hopefully you’ll never be tried by a kangaroo court. And no, that doesn’t mean the jury will be made up of boxing marsupials.
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)
Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Kevin Bacon
Age: 54
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: 51
Occupation: Singer and Songwriter
Known For: Selling millions of country albums, his so
A school in southern Sweden is under fire after telling a female student to “tone down” her homosexuality after she complained she was being bullied for her sexual orientation.
Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Ringo Starr
Age: 72
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: 32
Occupation: Figure Skater
Known For: Being the most decorated figure skater in US history with two Olympic meda