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Dennis Rodman Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of former professional basketball player Dennis Rodman. Personal Birth date: May 13, 1961 Birth place: Trenton, New Jersey Birth name: Dennis Keith Rodman Father: Philander Rodman Mother: Shirley Rodman Marriages: Michelle Moyer (2003-2012, divorced); Carmen Electra (1998-1999, divorced); Anicka Bakes (1992-1993, divorced) Children: with

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Zacarias Moussaoui Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of convicted terrorist Zacarias Moussaoui, who is serving a life sentence in prison without parole for his part in plotting the 9/11 attacks. Personal Birth date: May 30, 1968 Birth place: St. Jean-de-Luz, France Birth name: Zacarias Moussaoui Father: Omar Moussaoui Mother: Aicha el-Wafi

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Tony Stewart Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of retired NASCAR driver and race track owner Tony Stewart. Personal Birth date: May 20, 1971 Birth place: Columbus, Indiana Birth name: Anthony Wayne Stewart Father: Nelson Stewart Mother: Pam Stewart (now Boas) Marriage: Leah Pruett (November 21, 2021-present) Children: Dominic James Other Facts

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Peabody Awards Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the Peabody Awards. The Peabody Awards are presented every spring in recognition of achievements in broadcasting across multiple platforms including radio, television, streaming network programs and websites. Facts May 1, 2025 – Winners of the 85th Annual Peabody Awards are announced. The ceremony takes place at

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Joe Namath Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Namath. Personal Birth date: May 31, 1943 Birth place: Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania Birth name: Joseph William Namath Father: John Namath, steel mill worker Mother: Rose (Juhasz) Namath, maid Marriage: Deborah Lynn “Tatiana” (Mays) Namath (1984-1999, divorced)

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Memorial Day Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at Memorial Day, a day honoring American soldiers who died serving the country in wars. It is observed annually in the United States on the last Monday in May. Facts Several towns claim to be the originators of Memorial Day, but in 1966 Congress declared Waterloo, New

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Brown v. Board of Education Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the landmark US Supreme Court ruling, Brown v. Board of Education. About the Case Oliver Brown, an African American welder and assistant pastor, brings a case against the Topeka Board of Education for not allowing his 9-year-old daughter, Linda Brown, to attend Sumner Elementary School, an

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Tiananmen Square Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is some information about the events in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square on June 3-4, 1989. Facts Tiananmen Square is located in the center of Beijing, the capital of China. Tiananmen means “gate of heavenly peace.” In 1989, after several weeks of demonstrations, Chinese troops entered Tiananmen Square on June 4

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Indianapolis 500 Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the Indianapolis 500, known as “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.” May 25, 2025 – Álex Palou wins the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500. The Barcelona native becomes the first Spaniard to win the prized race. May 26, 2024 – Josef Newgarden wins the 108th running

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Recep Tayyip Erdogan Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Recep Tayyip Erdogan, current president and former prime minister of Turkey. Personal Birth date: February 26, 1954 Birth place: Istanbul, Turkey Birth name: Recep Tayyip Erdogan Father: Ahmet Erdogan, coastguard and sea captain Mother: Tenzile Erdogan Marriage: Emine (Gulbaran) Erdogan (July 4, 1978-present)

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American pleads guilty to bringing ammunition into Turks and Caicos a day after lawmakers press for US citizens’ release

By Lauren Mascarenhas and Rebekah Riess, CNN (CNN) — One of five Americans facing a possible 12-year prison sentence in Turks and Caicos for allegedly bringing ammunition onto the island pleaded guilty on Tuesday, according to Turks and Caicos officials. Tyler Wenrich, a 31-year-old American, pleaded guilty to two counts of ammunition possession during a court

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