Historical Events
- A bomb explodes in Docklands area of London, ending the 17-month ceasefire; James McArdle is eventually found guilty and jailed for 25 years
Deep Blue Beats Kasparov
IBM chess-playing computer Deep Blue becomes the first computer to win a game of chess against a reigning (human) chess champion, Garry Kasparov
Famous Deaths
- Hugh Francis Lamprey, British ecologist, dies at 67
Died in 1996 1996 Highlights
About February 10, 1996
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 28 years, 2 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: One Sweet Day - Mariah Carey & Boyz II Men
- #1 Song: Spaceman - Babylon Zoo