The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King premieres, eventually sweeping all 11 Academy Awards it was nominated for, including Best Picture.
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2003 Classic: Crime
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2003 Edition: The "Governator" is Elected
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2003 Digest: Music
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2003 File: Lifestyle
The "McGriddle" is launched by McDonald's, forever changing the fast-food breakfast landscape.read more »