MORE EVENTS ON THIS DAY

2018: Recreational marijuana became legal in Canada. [ Why is marijuana illegal in the U.S.?]

2005: The Colbert Report—an ironic send-up of television news programs, hosted by Stephen Colbert—debuted on Comedy Central; it ran until 2014. [Test your knowledge of pop culture.]

1972: American rapper and actor Eminem, who was one of the most controversial and best-selling artists of the early 21st century, was born. [Take our hip-hop quiz.]

1968: The American action film Bullitt was released; it features Steve McQueen in what many consider his definitive role and is also known for its iconic car-chase sequence. [Sort fact from fiction in our quiz about A-list actors.]

1939: The American classic Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, starring James Stewart , had its world premiere; although it angered the political establishment, the drama won wide acclaim from the public and film industry. [Take our film buff quiz.]

1918: American actress Rita Hayworth, whose portrayal of seductresses helped earn her the nickname “The Love Goddess,” was born. [Test your knowledge of women in classic cinema.]