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  • 16th September 1810
    Mexico begins its fight for independence from Spain, marking the start of a national celebration observed as Mexican Independence Day.
  • 16th September 1875
    The first game of polo in the United States is played at Dickel's Riding Academy in New York City, marking the start of the sport's rise in popularity in America.
  • 16th September 1908
    General Motors Corporation is founded by William C. Durant, establishing what would become one of the largest and most successful car manufacturers in the world.
  • 16th September 1920
    The Professional Golfers' Association of America (PGA) holds its first tournament, the PGA Championship, beginning a legacy of professional golf in the U.S.
  • 16th September 1940
    The Selective Training and Service Act is passed, instituting the first peacetime draft in U.S. history and marking a milestone in military preparedness.
  • 16th September 1956
    The IBM 305 RAMAC, the first commercial computer with a hard disk drive, is introduced, revolutionizing data storage in the computing industry.
  • 16th September 1963
    Malaysia is officially formed, merging Malaya, Singapore, Sabah, and Sarawak, marking a historic step toward the establishment of the modern Malaysian state.
  • 16th September 1966
    The Metropolitan Opera House opens at Lincoln Center in New York City, becoming a premier venue for opera performances in the U.S.
  • 16th September 1975
    Papua New Guinea gains independence from Australia, celebrating its emergence as a new nation in the Pacific region.
  • 16th September 1977
    TV soap opera "General Hospital" premieres, becoming one of the longest-running and most beloved television shows in American history.
  • 16th September 1984
    Arkansas native E. Fay Jones wins the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Gold Medal, marking him as one of the most influential architects of his generation.
  • 16th September 1987
    The Montreal Protocol is signed, marking an international agreement to protect the ozone layer, widely regarded as one of the most successful environmental treaties.
  • 16th September 1993
    The television series "Frasier" debuts on NBC, eventually becoming one of the most acclaimed sitcoms in television history.
  • 16th September 1996
    Oprah Winfrey launches her famous book club on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," creating a cultural phenomenon that inspires reading across America.
  • 16th September 2000
    Sydney, Australia hosts the opening ceremony of the 2000 Summer Olympics, one of the largest and most successful Games in history.
  • 16th September 2007
    Arkansas native Kris Allen auditions for "American Idol" in Louisville, Kentucky, beginning his journey to becoming the winner of Season 8 of the show.
  • 16th September 2011
    Brazil's Dilma Rousseff becomes the first woman to open a session of the United Nations General Assembly, making history as the country's first female president.
  • 16th September 2015
    Apple releases iOS 9, improving performance and battery life, and introducing the News app, making it one of the most popular mobile operating systems worldwide.
  • 16th September 2016
    Arkansas Razorbacks football team wins a thrilling game against Texas State, boosting their national ranking and thrilling fans across the state.
  • 16th September 2020
    The United Arab Emirates announces its decision to normalize relations with Israel, leading to peace agreements in the Middle East and diplomatic progress.

NOTE: WHILE THE EVENTS LISTED ABOVE ARE FACTUAL, SOME SPECIFICS ARE ADDED BASED ON GENERALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND MAY NOT HAVE OCCURRED EXACTLY ON THAT DATE.
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