· THAT DAY · AUGUST 6, 1959 · NO. 66 ·
August 6, 1959
Thursday · 66 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
News Headlines
The New York Times
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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.
Top Global Headlines
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- 2011: War in Afghanistan: A United States military helicopter is shot down, killing 30 American special forces members and a working dog, seven Afghan soldiers, and one Afghan civilian. It was the deadliest single event for the United States in the War in Afghanistan.
The New York Times — AUGUST 6, 1959
A gas leak caused an explosion that collapsed a building and led to the deaths of 22 people in Rosario, Argentina.2013
Weather in New York
71°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 71°F
- Low
- 61°F
- Humidity
- 76%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
Music
Movies
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Ben-Hur
Academy Award (1959)
Antonia's Line
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Sleeping Beauty
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Some Like It Hot
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House on Haunted Hill
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Thu · 71°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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