Authorities don't know why the sails fell off in the early hours of April 25.

Moulin Rouge Windmill Blades Fall Off in the Middle of the Night

The iconic Paris landmark has never experienced such a mishap in its 135-year history

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On this day in 2011, Prince William married Kate Middleton in a ceremony that was broadcast to millions. The couple, who are in line to become king and queen of England, met in university at St. Andrews.

Learn more about royal marriages and how they have changed—or remained the same—throughout British history.

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