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Theodore Kaczynski police photograph 1996: 'Unabomber' suspect arrested

Police in the US have arrested a man they believe to be the notorious "Unabomber" who killed three people and injured 23 others.

Horses racing in the 1993 Grand National 1993: Grand National ends in 'shambles'
The world-famous Grand National steeplechase is declared void after a series of mishaps at the start.

Duke and Duchess of Windsor pictured in 1947 1987: Windsor gems fetch record price
The late Duchess of Windsor's jewellery has been sold for £31m ($50m) - six times the expected figure.

View down river, Oxford in front 1954: Oxford wins 100th Boat Race
Oxford wins the 100th Boat Race in rough conditions on the River Thames.

Children of asylum seekers 2000: Asylum voucher scheme enforced
A controversial plan to give asylum seekers vouchers instead of cash comes into force.

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