· THAT DAY · SEPTEMBER 20, 1980 · NO. 45 ·
September 20, 1980
Saturday · 45 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
News Headlines
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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
- 2018: At least 161 people die after a ferry capsizes close to the pier on Ukara Island in Lake Victoria, Tanzania.
- 2017: Hurricane Maria makes landfall in Puerto Rico as a powerful Category 4 hurricane, resulting in 2,975 deaths, US$90 billion in damage, and a major humanitarian crisis.
- 2011: The United States military ended its "don't ask, don't tell" policy, consequently allowing gay and lesbian people to serve openly.
- 2011: The United States military ends its "don't ask, don't tell" policy, allowing gay men and women to serve openly for the first time.
Weather in New York
77°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 77°F
- Low
- 58°F
- Humidity
- 77%
- Wind
- 19 km/h
Music
Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
The Shining
Academy Award (1980)
Braindead
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The Empire Strikes Back
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Cannibal Holocaust
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Airplane!
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