Comment on Today in History: November 5, George Foreman becomes oldest heavyweight boxing champ

Today is Tuesday, Nov. 5, the 310th day of 2024. There are 56 days left in the year. Today is Election Day in the United States. Today in history: On Nov. 5, In 1994, George Foreman became the oldest heavyweight boxing champion at age 45, knocking out Michael Moorer in the 10th round of their title bout. Also on this date: In 1605, the “Gunpowder Plot” failed as Guy Fawkes was seized before he could blow up the English Parliament. Related Articles National News | America reaches Election Day and a stark choice between Trump and Harris National News | US voters deciding dozens of ballot measures affecting life, death, taxes and more National News | Puerto Rico holds general election that promises to be historic National News | Abortion is on the ballot in nine states and motivating voters across the US National News | The final day of voting in the US is here, after tens of millions have already cast their ballots In 1872, suffragist Susan B.