· THAT DAY · AUGUST 9, 2000 · NO. 25 ·
August 9, 2000
Wednesday · 25 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
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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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The New York Times — AUGUST 9, 2000
A civilian school bus in Dahyan, Yemen, was bombed by Saudi Arabia killing at least 40 children under 15.2018
Weather in New York
87°F
Partly Cloudy
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- 87°F
- Low
- 71°F
- Humidity
- 73%
- Wind
- 14 km/h
Music
Movies
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Memento
Academy Award (2000)
A Beautiful Mind
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Scary Movie
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Malena
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Gladiator
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