· THAT DAY · APRIL 17, 2009 · NO. 17 ·
April 17, 2009
Friday · 17 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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- 2021: The funeral of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, takes place at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle.
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The New York Times — APRIL 17, 2009
NASA announced the discovery of Kepler-186f, the first exoplanet with a radius similar to Earth's discovered in the habitable zone of another star.2014
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The King's Speech
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