August 13, 1953
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
The alliance announced new restrictions on aid to refugees streaming across the borders. Officials cautioned that humanitarian assistance.
Microsoft trial enters second week as prosecutors detail evidence of monopolistic practices.
Local officials report broad consensus on appropriations measure; committee meets later this week to reconcile differences.
Technology shares led the broader market higher as investors poured cash into Internet stocks. Analysts predict continued growth.
Wall Street closes at record highs for seventh consecutive trading session.
- 2020: Israel–United Arab Emirates relations are formally established.
- 2015: At least 76 people are killed and 212 others are wounded in a truck bombing in Baghdad, Iraq.
- 2010: After being boarded by Canadian authorities, MV Sun Sea docked in British Columbia and the 492 Sri Lankan Tamil refugee claimants on board were placed into detention.
- 2008: Russo-Georgian War: Russian units occupy the Georgian city of Gori.
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- Humidity
- 82%
- Wind
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Roman Holiday
On the Waterfront
Peter Pan
Tokyo Story
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
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1953
The world on the day you were born