· THAT DAY · MAY 11, 1986 · NO. 40 ·
May 11, 1986
Sunday · 40 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
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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.
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- 2022: Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh was shot and killed while reporting on an Israel Defense Forces raid on the Jenin refugee camp.
- 2022: The Burmese military executes at least 37 villagers during the Mon Taing Pin massacre in Sagaing, Myanmar.
Weather in New York
62°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 62°F
- Low
- 46°F
- Humidity
- 60%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
Music
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West End Girls
Pet Shop Boys
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Movies
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Top Gun
Academy Award (1986)
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
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Aliens
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A Better Tomorrow
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Platoon
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Sun · 62°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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