In 1678, the Taj Mahal in Agra, India, was completed.

In 1959, postcodes were introduced in Britain.

In 1990, East and West Germany were officially reunified, with Berlin as the capital.

25 Years Ago

From the Telegraph & Argus of October 3, 1981...Spain's largest holiday firm is set to bring sun-bronzed Spaniards to Bradford. Iberotravel Ltd, which brings 60,000 people to Britain each year, is sending one of its top experts to the district next month to investigate its tourist potential.

50 Years Ago

From the Telegraph & Argus of October 3, 1956...Dr E Huffa, of Leeds, gave an address on "health and fitness for the not-so-young" to the Bradford Central Townswomen's guild in the Chapter Hall and Church House, North Parade, Bradford, last night. She demonstrated how simple stretching exercises could be done while doing housework and at spare moments throughout the day.