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of events to have occurred around the world.
A 'Today in
Basildon's History' featuring an assortment of historical dates and trivia relating to Basildon, Laindon, Langdon Hills, Dunton,
Vange, Pitsea and Nevendon can be found on the above link.
Basildon - This Day in History
The date today is Wednesday, April 16, 2025
1990Maximum NY State unemployment benefits raised to $260 per week
1987Michael Jordon, becomes 2nd NBA to score 3000 points in a season
1987FCC imposes a broader definition of indecency over airwaves
1983Steve Garvey sets NL record by playing in 1,118 consecutive games
