This day in history

The British Home Secretary David Blunkett resigns following allegations that he tried to fast-track a visa application for a nanny of a former lover of his.

The European Court of Justice issues its landmark “Bosman ruling,” which revolutionises football transfers in Europe, allowing players to move club for free when their contract comes to an end.

President Jimmy Carter states that as of 1 January, 1979, the United States will formally recognise the People's Republic of China and sever relations with Taiwan.

Former Nazi, Adolf Eichmann, is sentenced to death in Jerusalem, Israel.