What happened on November 17, 1996?

Headlines from November 17, 1996

• ✈️ Pope Meets Castro – Pope John Paul II is set to meet Fidel Castro, indicating a possible papal visit to Cuba is under discussion.
• 📈 New Stock Exchanges – A new breed of stock exchange specializing in small companies is emerging in Europe, similar to Nasdaq.
• 🎓 National Education Standards – Debate continues over the need for national education standards in the U.S. amid concerns about declining quality.
• 🏛️ Museum Growth – New Jersey sees significant growth in museums and galleries, thanks to a bond issue approved by voters in 1987.
• 📚 Collecting Writers – Herman A. Estrin, a champion of New Jersey writers, has established the New Jersey Literary Hall of Fame.
• 🏆 Dartmouth Wins Ivy – Dartmouth clinches the Ivy League championship with a narrow victory over Brown, finishing 27-24.
• 🏒 Devils Beat Lightning – Late-game changes by the Devils lead to a comeback victory against the Lightning in a thrilling hockey match.
• 🌍 UN Population Report – A UN survey reveals global population growth is slowing, with fewer people being added each year than expected.
• 💼 Fidelity Board Changes – Fidelity Investments is set to appoint new board members for the first time in three years, amid corporate shifts.
• 🏛️ Cultural Partnerships – Nonprofits and for-profits are increasingly collaborating, creating new partnerships to address community needs.