1. In 1934, the infamous Dionne quintuplets were born in Ontario, Canada. Although not directly related to New York history, they became a sensation worldwide and drew attention to issues of medical ethics and exploitation.
2. In 1961, a B-52 bomber carrying two hydrogen bombs crashed in North Carolina. One of the bombs nearly detonated, which could have resulted in catastrophic consequences for New York and the surrounding area.
3. In 1977, a fire at the Beverly Hills Supper Club in Southgate, Kentucky killed 165 people, many of whom were from New York who were attending a reunion.
4. In 2003, the final episode of the long-running TV series "Frasier" aired. Although set in Seattle, the show had significant ties to New York, including many scenes shot on location in the city.
5. In 2018, the NFL announced that they would be holding the 2020 draft in Las Vegas, marking the first time the event would not be held in either New York or Chicago. The draft has historically been a major event for New York City and its economy, drawing large crowds and generating significant revenue.