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WHAT HAPPENED IN 2024

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The Biggest News Stories of 2024

A lot happened in this year, from wars to the election to AI. Here’s a timeline, including some of the year’s best photos.

By William PowerFollow, Johnny SimonFollow and Joe Fornabaio

Updated Dec. 31, 2024 5:15 pm ETShareText

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Jan. 1: Earthquake in Japan

A New Year’s Day earthquake of 7.6 magnitude strikes an area along the west coast of Japan, causing a tsunami wave. At least 475 people are killed.

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