· THAT DAY · MAY 14, 1979 · NO. 47 ·
May 14, 1979
Monday · 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 — MAY 14, 1979
Agni Air Flight CHT crashes in Nepal after a failed go-around, killing 15 people.2012
Weather in New York
63°F
Rainy
- High
- 63°F
- Low
- 58°F
- Humidity
- 95%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
Music
Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
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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1979
A day worth remembering ✦
May 14, 1979
Mon · 63°F Rainy · New York
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