Israel obtains four of the seven Dead Sea Scrolls.
12 February 2004
The city of San Francisco begins issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples in response to a directive from Mayor Gavin Newsom. The recognition of same-sex…
11 February 1979
The Iranian Revolution establishes an Islamic theocracy under the leadership of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini.
10 February 2009
The communications satellites Iridium 33 and Kosmos 2251 collide in orbit, destroying both.
7 February 2006
Crocs get a patent for their iconic plastic clog shoe Crocs footwear refers to a line of shoes that are instantly recognizable for their clog-like…
4 February 1169
A strong earthquake struck the Ionian coast of Sicily, causing tens of thousands of injuries and deaths, especially in Catania.