· THAT DAY · AUGUST 13, 1981 · NO. 44 ·
August 13, 1981
Thursday · 44 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
- 2020: Israel–United Arab Emirates relations are formally established.
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- 2008: Russo-Georgian War: Russian units occupy the Georgian city of Gori.
Weather in New York
85°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 85°F
- Low
- 69°F
- Humidity
- 61%
- Wind
- 11 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Jessie's Girl
Rick Springfield
Jessie's Girl
Rick Springfield
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Academy Award (1981)
Gandhi
Top Box Office (This Week)
Cannibal Ferox
Top Box Office (This Week)
Possession
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The Evil Dead
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August 13, 1981
Thu · 85°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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