· THAT DAY · DECEMBER 27, 1978 · NO. 47 ·
December 27, 1978
Wednesday · 47 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.
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The New York Times — DECEMBER 27, 1978
Bek Air Flight 2100 crashes during takeoff from Almaty International Airport in Almaty, Kazakhstan, killing 13.2019
Weather in New York
36°F
Snowy
- High
- 36°F
- Low
- 27°F
- Humidity
- 58%
- Wind
- 31 km/h
Music
Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
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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December 27, 1978
Wed · 36°F Snowy · New York
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