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Give me the executive summary of "Days of our Lives".<|im_end|>
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"Days of Our Lives" is a long-running American daytime soap opera that premiered on November 8, 1965, on the NBC network. Created by Ted and Betty Corday, the show revolves around the lives, loves, trials, and tribulations of the fictional citizens of Salem, a midwestern town in the United States.

Over its decades-long history, the show has featured a diverse and ever-evolving ensemble cast, focusing on several core families, such as the Hortons, Bradys, DiMeras, and Kiriakises. The series has tackled numerous storylines ranging from love affairs and family drama to suspenseful mysteries and occasional supernatural elements.

"Days of Our Lives" has received critical acclaim and multiple awards, including numerous Daytime Emmy Awards. The show has garnered a dedicated fan base, and its popularity has led to its being broadcast internationally. Despite shifts in the television landscape, "Days of Our Lives" continues to be a prominent fixture in daytime television programming.<|im_end|>
