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Today in History: October 24, the United Nations officially launches
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Mon,10/14/24-1:27AM , 3 Reads
Today is Thursday, Oct. 24, the 298th day of 2024. There are 68 days left in the year.

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On Oct. 24, 1945, the United Nations formally came into existence as the Charter of the United Nations, ratified by 29 nations, took effect. The date is now observed as United Nations Day.

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Today in History: October 23, Beirut barracks bombings
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Mon,10/14/24-1:27AM , 1 Reads
Today is Wednesday, Oct. 23, the 297th day of 2024. There are 69 days left in the year.

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Today in History: October 22, Lance Armstrong stripped of Tour titles
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Mon,10/14/24-1:26AM , 1 Reads
Today is Tuesday, Oct. 22, the 296th day of 2024. There are 70 days left in the year.

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Today in History: October 21, Pistorius convicted in shooting death
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Mon,10/14/24-1:26AM , 1 Reads
Today is Monday, Oct. 21, the 295th day of 2024. There are 71 days left in the year.

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