· THAT DAY · JUNE 8, 1956 · NO. 70 ·
June 8, 1956
Friday · 70 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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- 2007: A major storm caused the bulk carrier Pasha Bulker to run aground in New South Wales, Australia.
Weather in New York
80°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 80°F
- Low
- 57°F
- Humidity
- 75%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
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Movies
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Invasion of the Body Snatchers
Academy Award (1956)
North by Northwest
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The Ten Commandments
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Giant
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Night and Fog
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June 8, 1956
Fri · 80°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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