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    In 1989, a computer fault caused 40,000 Parisians to be sent letters charging them with murder, extortion and prostition instead of a simple traffic offense.

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The 55 mph (90km/h) speed limit legislation was signed in the U.S.

On the 2nd January, 1974, U.S. President Richard Nixon signed off a uniform 55 mph (90km/h) speed limit.

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