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War of the Worlds

‘War of the Worlds’ turns 75. Could it happen again?

Arts, Culture & Media

Orson Welles’ radio drama ‘War of the Worlds’ spawned copycat radio shows that created fear in countries from Portugal to Ecuador. Could it happen again… on social media?

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