· THAT DAY · DECEMBER 6, 1961 · NO. 64 ·
December 6, 1961
Wednesday · 64 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.
Top Global Headlines
- 2017: Under President Donald Trump, the United States government officially recognized Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.
- 2017: Donald Trump's administration officially announces the recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.
- 2006: NASA reveals photographs taken by Mars Global Surveyor suggesting the presence of liquid water on Mars.
- 2005: An Iranian Air Force C-130 military transport aircraft crashes into a ten-floor apartment building in a residential area of Tehran, killing all 94 on board and 12 more on the ground.
The New York Times — DECEMBER 6, 1961
Venezuelan parliamentary election: For the first time in 17 years, the United Socialist Party of Venezuela loses its majority in parliament.2015
Weather in New York
43°F
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- Low
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- Humidity
- 58%
- Wind
- 16 km/h
Music
Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
One Hundred and One Dalmatians
Academy Award (1961)
Lawrence of Arabia
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Breakfast at Tiffany's
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Yojimbo
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The Parent Trap
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