In History, Today on May 26

The Tokyo High Court acquitted three former executives of Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO), reversing their previous conviction related to the 2011 Fukushima disaster.

Protests erupt in Minneapolis, Minnesota, following the death of George Floyd, an African American man, in police custody. This incident sparks a global movement against racial injustice and police brutality.

The European Parliament election concludes, with significant gains for green and liberal parties, reflecting a shift in the political landscape of the European Union.

A gunman opens fire on a bus carrying Coptic Christians in Egypt, killing at least 28 people in an attack claimed by the Islamic State group.

The leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) meet in Ise-Shima, Japan, to discuss global economic issues, terrorism, and the refugee crisis.

The European Parliament election concludes, resulting in significant gains for Eurosceptic and far-right parties across Europe.

Ratko Mladić, the former Bosnian Serb military leader, is arrested in Serbia after 16 years on the run, charged with war crimes including genocide during the Bosnian War.

South Korean President Lee Myung-bak announces measures against North Korea following the sinking of the South Korean warship Cheonan, which killed 46 sailors.

Severe flooding in Iowa leads to the evacuation of thousands of residents as rivers overflow, causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure.

The United States Army veteran Terry Nichols is sentenced to 161 consecutive life terms without the possibility of parole for his role in the Oklahoma City bombing.

The United States Supreme Court ruled in the case of Clinton v. City of New York, striking down the line-item veto.

Zviad Gamsakhurdia was elected as the first President of Georgia following its declaration of independence from the USSR.

The European Community adopts the European flag.

Apollo 10 returned to Earth after a successful eight-day mission orbiting the Moon, serving as a 'dress rehearsal' for the first Moon landing.

British Guiana gained independence from the United Kingdom, becoming the nation of Guyana.

The V-2 rocket research program is transferred to the United States as part of Operation Paperclip.

The United States and Mexico sign the Mexican Farm Labor Agreement, initiating the Bracero Program which allowed Mexican workers to work temporarily in the United States agriculture sector.

Operation Dynamo, the evacuation of Allied soldiers from Dunkirk, France, began during World War II.

The Ford Motor Company ceases its production of the Model T, marking the end of the first mass-production automobile era.

Bram Stoker's novel 'Dracula' was published, which would become one of the most famous works of Gothic horror literature.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average was first published, becoming a key indicator of stock market performance.

The Montana Territory was officially organized by an Act of Congress.

Napoleon Bonaparte is crowned King of Italy with the Iron Crown of Lombardy in the Cathedral of Milan.

Battle of Ackia occurred between British forces, including Chickasaw allied tribes, and the French colonists led by Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville, marking a significant defeat for the French in their campaign against the Chickasaw people.

Alse Young, the first person in the American colonies known to be executed for witchcraft, was hanged in Hartford, Connecticut.

The city of Geneva expels John Calvin and his followers due to his harsh religious reforms and governance methods. Calvinists were forced into exile as the city sought to reduce the influence of Calvinism.

Martin Luther was declared an outlaw by the Edict of Worms, issued by Emperor Charles V.

The Treaty of Edinburgh-Northampton was ratified, recognizing the independence of Scotland from England.

The Battle of Avarayr took place between the Armenian forces led by Vardan Mamikonian and the Sasanian Empire. This battle was significant in the Armenian resistance against the imposition of Zoroastrianism and the defense of Christianity in Armenia.

Germanicus, a prominent Roman general and member of the Julio-Claudian dynasty, celebrated a triumph in Rome for his victories over the Germanic tribes.