· THAT DAY · APRIL 4, 1981 · NO. 45 ·
April 4, 1981
Saturday · 45 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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- 2017: Syria conducts an air strike on Khan Shaykhun using chemical weapons, killing 89 civilians.
Weather in New York
68°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 68°F
- Low
- 56°F
- Humidity
- 63%
- Wind
- 22 km/h
Music
Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Academy Award (1981)
Gandhi
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Possession
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The Evil Dead
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Cannibal Ferox
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April 4, 1981
Sat · 68°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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