MCMXCVI

MCMXCVI is the Roman numeral representation of the year 1996. This year falls within the late 20th century. Notable events in 1996 include the Summer Olympics held in Atlanta, Georgia, and the release of the Nintendo 64 video game console. In politics, Bill Clinton was re-elected as President of the United States, and the Good Friday Agreement, a significant step towards peace in Northern Ireland, was being negotiated. The world also saw advancements in technology, with the increasing adoption of the internet and early developments in mobile communication. Culturally, the film Independence Day and the song "Macarena" by Los del Río achieved widespread popularity. The year marked a period of continued globalization and technological evolution.