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Imelda became involved in an altercation with the
Beatles when they toured the Philippines after they unintentionally snubbed her, failing to attend a breakfast reception at Malacañang. The snub was broadcast on Philippine television and radio. In an attempt to hold on to power, her husband declared martial law on September 23, 1972".
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