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Today is Thursday, Oct. 17, the 291st day of 2024. There are 75 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 17, 1989, an earthquake measuring 6.9 in magnitude struck northern California, killing 63 people and causing up to $10 billion worth of damage. Also on this date: In 1777, British forces under Gen.

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