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A bit of January 3rd history…
1521 - Martin Luther is Excommunicated by Pope Leo X from the Roman Catholic Church for failing to recant parts of his Theses which started the Protestant Reformation
1899 - 1st known use of word “automobile” appears in NY Times
1925 - Benito Mussolini dissolves the Italian Parliament and proclaims himself dictator, taking the title “Il Duce” - the leader
1977 - Steve Wozniac and Steve Jobs incorporate Apple Computer Inc.
2004 - After hosting the show for over 30 years, Casey Kasem gives up hosting duties of “American Top 40″ to Ryan Seacrest
2018 - 1st bionic hand with sense of touch unveiled in Rome (pictured)
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