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1811 - The first recorded Siamese twins, Chang and Eng Bunker were born.

1812 - The waltz was introduced to Britain and was condemned as immoral.

1939 - Siam became Thailand.

1956 - Elvis Presley entered the British charts for the first time, with Heartbreak Hotel.

2000 - It was revealed that mobile phones could be bad for children's health. Reports suggested that their skulls were thinner and more vulnerable to radiation.

2000 - The Tate Modern was opened by the Queen.

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    Posted by: Malcolm Flagg on 6:08pm Mon 12 May 08
    On this day 38 years ago I was born, so it is a very good day for me and I am looking forward to my party with my mum and girlfriend, Janice!!!
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