August 21, 1987
“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.
- 2017: A solar eclipse traverses the continental United States.
- 2015: Passengers on a Thalys train from Amsterdam to Paris confronted and subdued an attacker who attempted a mass shooting.
- 2013: Hundreds of people are reported killed by chemical attacks in the Ghouta region of Syria.
- 2007: BioShock was released in North America, becoming a critical success and a demonstration of video games as an art form.
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- 82°F
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- 62°F
- Humidity
- 56%
- Wind
- 14 km/h
I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For
Predator
Rain Man
Masters of the Universe
The Princess Bride
Spaceballs
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1987
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