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Illinois experienced its largest recorded tornado outbreak. A total of 39 tornadoes were observed statewide, with four tornadoes in the Chicago forecast area alone.
A particularly significant F2 tornado in Zion caused substantial damage and resulted in two injuries, highlighting the severe weather event's intensity.
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The Qana massacre when at least 106 Lebanese civilians were killed
In Lebanon, the Qana massacre took place when at least 106 civilians were killed when Israel Defence Forces fired artillery shells at the United Nations compound at Quana, a village in then Israeli-occupied Southern Lebanon.
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A tragic incident occurred when Police Constable Yvonne Fletcher was fatally shot by gunfire from the Libyan Embassy in London during a small demonstration.
Dozens of demonstrators gathered behind a metal cordon in the square fall to the ground after a loud bang is heard, dropping placards and collapsing on top of each other.
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France Telecom introduced its 'Wanadoo' Internet service on this day, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of internet accessibility in France.
This service played a crucial role in bringing internet connectivity to French households and businesses, contributing to the country's digital transformation.
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