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Actor best known for his laconic, charismatic characters in the "Star Wars" and "Indiana Jones" franchises.
British star of stage and screen best known for his role as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in the "Star Trek" franchise.
Medical doctor-turned-actor and star of "The Hangover" series, "Community" and "Crazy Rich Asians."
Lightning strikes cause a power blackout in much of New York City, leading to a night of widespread looting, vandalism and arson—and nearly 4,000 arrests. It becomes known as "The Night of Terror."
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