June 20th has witnessed significant historical events, from the tragic Black Hole of Calcutta in 1756 to the ascension of Queen Victoria in 1837. Explore key events that marked this date in history.
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Lord Shaftesbury Anthony Ashley-Cooper, the 10th Earl of Shaftesbury, was a notorious figure known for his lavish lifestyle and wild parties. His untimely demise in 2004 sent shockwaves through British society. His estranged wife, Jamila M’Barek, and her brother, Mohammed M/Barek, were found guilty of arranging and carrying out his murder. The case, which was recently examined in the Channel 5 documentary “A Very British Sex Scandal: The Earl & The Escort,” continues to fascinate and horrify to this day.