Researchers announce that newly described Dendrogramma specimens may represent a
previously unknown phylum of animal life.
Archaeologists announce the discovery of the oldest known abstract art (pictured) attributed to Neanderthals, in Gorham's Cave, Gibraltar. Hamas and Israel agree to a long-term ceasefire brokered by Egypt after seven weeks of conflict. At the 66th Primetime Emmy Awards, Modern Family wins Outstanding Comedy Series and Breaking Bad wins Outstanding Drama Series. A copy of the 1938 Action Comics #1 is auctioned for US$3.2 million, the highest price paid for a single issue of a comic book.