· THAT DAY · AUGUST 13, 1968 · NO. 57 ·
August 13, 1968
Tuesday · 57 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
News Headlines
The New York Times
All The News That's Fit to Print
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
- 2020: Israel–United Arab Emirates relations are formally established.
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- 2008: Russo-Georgian War: Russian units occupy the Georgian city of Gori.
Weather in New York
82°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 82°F
- Low
- 62°F
- Humidity
- 59%
- Wind
- 17 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Hello, I Love You
The Doors
Hello, I Love You
The Doors
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
2001: A Space Odyssey
Academy Award (1968)
Mulan
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Once Upon a Time in the West
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Planet of the Apes
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Rosemary's Baby
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Tue · 82°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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