· THAT DAY · MARCH 22, 1978 · NO. 48 ·
March 22, 1978
Wednesday · 48 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
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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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- 2021: Ten people are killed in a mass shooting in Boulder, Colorado.
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The New York Times — MARCH 22, 1978
Air Canada Express Flight 8646, a Bombardier CRJ-900 operated by Jazz Aviation, collided with a fire truck while landing at LaGuardia Airport in New York City. Two fatalities were reported, both being the captain and the co-pilot. This marked the first fatal accident involving a CRJ-900.2026
Weather in New York
55°F
Rainy
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- 55°F
- Low
- 39°F
- Humidity
- 63%
- Wind
- 29 km/h
Music
Movies
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Drunken Master
Academy Award (1978)
Kramer vs. Kramer
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Grease
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Halloween
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Superman
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