Vol. 1990s · No. 1997 · PRICE 25¢
The 1997 Times
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August 31, 1997 | Paris, France
Goodbye England's Rose: A Year of Seismic Shifts
In 1997, the world stood at the threshold of a new millennium, caught between profound global grief and astounding technological breakthroughs. From historical geopolitical transitions to record-breaking pop culture phenomena, it was a year defined by unforgettable moments that shaped the modern era.
Titanic Premieres in Theaters
James Cameron’s epic romantic disaster film sailed into cinemas, becoming the highest-grossing movie of all time and a global cultural juggernaut.
Deep Blue Defeats Garry Kasparov
IBM's supercomputer defeated the reigning world chess champion in a six-game match, marking a historic milestone in computer intelligence.
Also this year
The Handover of Hong Kong
July 1, 1997 | Geopolitics
The United Kingdom transferred sovereignty over Hong Kong back to China, ending 156 years of British colonial rule in the territory.
Mars Pathfinder Lands on the Red Planet
July 4, 1997 | NASA Space Exploration
NASA’s robotic rover Sojourner touched down on Mars, sending back stunning high-resolution photos and captivating space enthusiasts worldwide.
Dolly the Sheep Revealed
February 22, 1997 | Biotechnology
Scientists at Scotland's Roslin Institute unveiled Dolly, the world's first mammal successfully cloned from an adult somatic cell.
Mike Tyson Biting Evander Holyfield
June 28, 1997 | Boxing / Sports
In one of the most shocking moments in sports history, Mike Tyson was disqualified for biting off a chunk of Evander Holyfield's ear during their heavyweight title rematch.
Final Fantasy VII Releases
September 7, 1997 | Video Games
Square released its cinematic RPG masterpiece in North America, leveraging revolutionary 3D graphics that transformed the video game industry forever.