· THAT DAY · JULY 21, 1960 · NO. 65 ·
July 21, 1960
Thursday · 65 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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Weather in New York
78°F
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- Humidity
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- Wind
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Music
Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Psycho
Academy Award (1960)
Secondhand Lions
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Spartacus
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The Magnificent Seven
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The Apartment
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Erling Haaland
Norwegian footballer (born 2000)
Rory Culkin
American actor (born 1989)
Marco Fabián
Mexican footballer (born 1989)
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July 21, 1960
Thu · 78°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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