March 3, 1961
“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.
- 2013: A bomb blast in Karachi, Pakistan, kills at least 48 people and injured 200 others in a predominantly Shia Muslim area.
- 2012: Two passenger trains collided near Szczekociny, Poland, resulting in 16 deaths and 58 injuries.
- 2005: Steve Fossett becomes the first person to fly an airplane non-stop around the world solo without refueling.
- 2005: Margaret Wilson is elected as Speaker of the New Zealand House of Representatives, beginning a period lasting until August 23, 2006, where all the highest political offices (including Elizabeth II as Head of State), were occupied by women, making New Zealand the first country for this to occur.
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- 59°F
- Low
- 35°F
- Humidity
- 66%
- Wind
- 20 km/h
One Hundred and One Dalmatians
Lawrence of Arabia
Breakfast at Tiffany's
Yojimbo
The Parent Trap
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1961
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