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ON THIS DAY: “It’s a wonderful life” premieres in New York (1946)

On this Day
On 20 December 1946, the classic Christmas film "It's a Wonderful Life" premiered in New York City. Directed by the legendary Frank Capra and...

ON THIS DAY: Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” premieres (1892)

On this Day
On 18 December 1892, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's iconic ballet The Nutcracker premiered at the Mariinsky Theatre in Saint Petersburg, Russia. This enchanting performance, based...

ON THIS DAY: The Wright Brothers’ historic first flight (1903)

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On December 17, 1903, in a remote fishing village in the United States, two bicycle makers flew the first aeroplane, changing the world forever....

ON THIS DAY: The Boston tea party (1773)

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On 16 December 1773, a defining moment in American history took place in Boston, Massachusetts, as American colonists staged a bold act of protest...
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US and Cyprus seek to strengthen ties, new ambassador says

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The United States and Cyprus are looking to strengthen...

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Louvre blocked by protesters as pressure mounts on Macron’s government

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Students blocked access to the Louvre Museum in Paris...
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