· THAT DAY · DECEMBER 14, 1986 · NO. 39 ·
December 14, 1986
Sunday · 39 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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Weather in New York
34°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 34°F
- Low
- 19°F
- Humidity
- 50%
- Wind
- 17 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
The Way It Is
Bruce Hornsby & The Range
The Way It Is
Bruce Hornsby & The Range
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
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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December 14, 1986
Sun · 34°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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