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Iran Issues a Fatwa Against Salman Rushdie — Research Starter
In February 1989, Ayatollah Khomeini, the then-leader of Iran, issued a fatwa condemning author Salman Rushdie to death for his novel *The Satanic Verses*, which was deemed blasphemous by many in the…
Iran Announces Nationalization of Foreign Oil Interests — Research Starter
On March 16, 1973, Iran's Shah, Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi, announced a significant shift in the country's oil management, declaring the nationalization of foreign oil interests. This move…
IRA Terrorists Bomb British Parliament — Research Starter
The bombing of the British Parliament by IRA terrorists represents a significant and violent chapter in the complex history of Irish nationalism and British governance. The conflict has its roots in…
IRA Prisoner Dies After Hunger Strike — Research Starter
The death of an Irish Republican Army (IRA) prisoner following a hunger strike highlights the complex interplay between political activism and state response during the tumultuous period of the…
Ionesco's Rhinoceros Receives a Resounding Worldwide Reception — Research Starter
Eugène Ionesco's play "Rhinocéros," first premiered in 1959, is a seminal work within the absurdist theater movement, reflecting the complex interplay of societal conformity and existential themes.…
Invention of the Slug Rejector Spreads Use of Vending Machines — Research Starter
The invention of the slug rejector in the 1930s revolutionized the vending machine industry, making these machines a reliable source of income for vendors. Before this innovation, vending machines…
Invasion of North Africa — Research Starter
The Invasion of North Africa, known as Operation Torch, began on November 8, 1942, as a strategic Allied campaign during World War II. After the United States entered the war, there were differing…
Invasion of Normandy — Research Starter
The Invasion of Normandy, also known as D-Day, took place on June 6, 1944, as a critical moment in World War II when Allied forces launched a massive amphibious assault on German-occupied France.…
Inuit File Claim to a Section of Canadian Territory — Research Starter
The Inuit's claim to a significant section of Canadian territory represents a pivotal moment in the struggle for indigenous rights and self-determination in Canada. On February 27, 1976, Inuit leaders…
Introduction of the First Injectable Anesthetic — Research Starter
The introduction of the first injectable anesthetic marked a significant milestone in medical history, primarily attributed to the work of Alfred Einhorn, a chemist at the University of Munich. In the…