May 26, 1986
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
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.
- 2025: 65 people are injured when a car rams into a crowd on Water Street, near Liverpool F.C.'s Premier League trophy parade.
- 2021: Ten people are killed in a shooting at a VTA rail yard in San Jose, California, United States.
- 2014: Narendra Modi takes oath as the 15th Prime Minister of India.
- 2008: Severe flooding begins in eastern and southern China that will ultimately cause 148 deaths and force the evacuation of 1.3 million.
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- Humidity
- 74%
- Wind
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Greatest Love Of All
Top Gun
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
Aliens
A Better Tomorrow
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1986
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