· THAT DAY · AUGUST 16, 1959 · NO. 66 ·
August 16, 1959
Sunday · 66 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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The New York Times — AUGUST 16, 1959
More than 96 people are killed and hundreds injured following a series of air-raids by the Syrian Arab Air Force on the rebel-held market town of Douma.2015
Weather in New York
89°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 89°F
- Low
- 72°F
- Humidity
- 76%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
A Big Hunk O' Love
Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires
A Big Hunk O' Love
Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires
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Movies
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Ben-Hur
Academy Award (1959)
Antonia's Line
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Sleeping Beauty
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Some Like It Hot
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House on Haunted Hill
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