· THAT DAY · MAY 2, 1979 · NO. 47 ·
May 2, 1979
Wednesday · 47 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.
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Weather in New York
62°F
Partly Cloudy
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- 62°F
- Low
- 42°F
- Humidity
- 57%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
Music
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Alien
Academy Award (1979)
Soylent Green
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Apocalypse Now
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Caligula
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Mad Max
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May 2, 1979
Wed · 62°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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