November 8 – 2016 United States presidential election: Businessman and television personality Donald Trump is elected the 45th President of the United States in a surprise victory against his opponent, …

Historical events from year 2016. Learn about 492 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 2016 or search by date or keyword.

Jan 16, 2026 · The year 2016 has been trending online, with people feeling nostalgic and sharing their throwback photos. But why?

Jan 1, 2023 · Explore the unforgettable events of 2016, from Harambe's tragic incident to Trump's surprising election. Discover the highs and lows of a captivating year.

Learn something new with key events in history, from the American Revolution to pop culture, crime and more.

Jan 6, 2026 · Some people are using the new year to call for a 2016 renaissance, while others have been wishing for the year's return long before the clock struck midnight. Videos have circulated on …

Dec 23, 2016 · It’s nearly impossible to sum up the year 2016 with a single word, phrase, or story. Dominated by political coverage and consumed with tragedy, there’s little doubt that events of this …

Relive the key moments of 2016! From political shifts to cultural breakthroughs, discover the most significant events that shaped the year.

Dec 22, 2016 · Yet if 2016 was a world turned upside down, as the cast of the Broadway hit “Hamilton” sings of the American Revolution, just wait until next year. Speaking at the White House, President …

Nov 14, 2016 · Read CNN’s Fast Facts about 2016 to learn about domestic and international events that have taken place during the year.