· THAT DAY · JANUARY 22, 1980 · NO. 46 ·
January 22, 1980
Tuesday · 46 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
- 2024: Ram Mandir is inaugurated by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh after 500 years of dispute.
- 2012: Croatia held a referendum in which it voted to become a member of the European Union.
- 2007: At least 88 people are killed when two car bombs explode in the Bab Al-Sharqi market in central Baghdad, Iraq.
- 2006: Evo Morales was inaugurated as President of Bolivia, becoming the country's first indigenous president.
The New York Times — JANUARY 22, 1980
U.S. President Barack Obama signs an executive order to close the Guantanamo Bay detention camp; congressional opposition will prevent it being implemented.2009
Weather in New York
40°F
Snowy
- High
- 40°F
- Low
- 24°F
- Humidity
- 76%
- Wind
- 11 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Rock With You
Michael Jackson
Rock With You
Michael Jackson
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Movies
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The Shining
Academy Award (1980)
Braindead
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Cannibal Holocaust
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The Empire Strikes Back
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Airplane!
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