· THAT DAY · MAY 21, 1961 · NO. 65 ·
May 21, 1961
Sunday · 65 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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Weather in New York
67°F
Rainy
- High
- 67°F
- Low
- 45°F
- Humidity
- 68%
- Wind
- 13 km/h
Music
Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
One Hundred and One Dalmatians
Academy Award (1961)
Lawrence of Arabia
Top Box Office (This Week)
Breakfast at Tiffany's
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Reptilicus
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The Misfits
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Mario Mandžukić
Croatian footballer (born 1986)
Tom Daley
English diver (born 1994)
Hal Robson-Kanu
Wales international footballer (born 1989)
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1961
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A day worth remembering ✦
May 21, 1961
Sun · 67°F Rainy · New York
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