Daily Archives: May 17, 2026

Bob Dylan records ‘Royal Albert Hall’ concert in Manchester, England 60 years ago this hour (May 17 1966)


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(Tuesday, May 17, 1966, scheduled to begin at 8:00 p.m. British Summer Time) — Bob Dylan recorded his Royal Albert Hall concert today, actually recorded at the Manchester Free Trade Hall in England. Continue reading Bob Dylan records ‘Royal Albert Hall’ concert in Manchester, England 60 years ago this hour (May 17 1966)

‘The Greatest Love of All’ by Whitney Houston peaks at #1 in USA 40 years ago today (May 17 1986)

(Saturday, May 17, 1986) — “The Greatest Love of All” by Whitney Houston peaked at #1 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for three consecutive weeks (May 17/24/31, 1986). Continue reading ‘The Greatest Love of All’ by Whitney Houston peaks at #1 in USA 40 years ago today (May 17 1986)

‘What Have You Done for Me Lately’ by Janet Jackson peaks at #4 in USA 40 years ago today (May 17 1986)

(Saturday, May 17, 1986) — “What Have You Done for Me Lately” by Janet Jackson peaked at #4 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘What Have You Done for Me Lately’ by Janet Jackson peaks at #4 in USA 40 years ago today (May 17 1986)

President Bill Clinton signs ‘Megan’s Law’ bill on warning of sex offenders 30 years ago this hour (May 17 1996)


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(Monday, May 17, 1996, 10:50 a.m. EDT) — U.S. President Bill signed legislation today that requires states to warn communities when convicted sex offenders who might still pose a danger settle in their neighborhoods. Continue reading President Bill Clinton signs ‘Megan’s Law’ bill on warning of sex offenders 30 years ago this hour (May 17 1996)