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On November 8, learn about the most interesting events and historical facts from across history. The 312th day of the Gregorian calendar is November 8th. On this day, John Paul Getty III’s right ear was delivered to a newspaper along with a ransom note, prompting his father to pay a $2.9 million ransom; HBO broadcasted “Sometimes a Great Nation” for the first time; and Franklin D. Roosevelt established the Civil Works Administration to create jobs during the Great Depression.
Scorpio is the zodiac sign for November 8th. Journalist David Muir and chef Gordon Ramsey both have November 8th birthdays. It’s National Cappuccino Day today.
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