· THAT DAY · JULY 8, 1965 · NO. 60 ·
July 8, 1965
Thursday · 60 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
- 2021: Head of a Bear (pictured) sold at auction in London for a total of £8.8 million, a record for a drawing by Leonardo da Vinci.
- 2014: German citizen Lars Mittank disappeared from Varna Airport, Bulgaria; his last known movements were widely watched on YouTube.
- 2014: In the 2014 FIFA World Cup semi-final at the Mineirão, Germany defeated Brazil 7–1 (players pictured), breaking several tournament records.
- 2014: Israel launches an offensive on Gaza amid rising tensions following the kidnapping and murder of three Israeli teenagers.
The New York Times — JULY 8, 1965
Former Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe (pictured) was assassinated with an improvised firearm due to resentment against the Unification Church.2022
Weather in New York
85°F
Rainy
- High
- 85°F
- Low
- 68°F
- Humidity
- 74%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)
Four Tops
I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)
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Movies
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The Sound of Music
Academy Award (1965)
The Missing Juror
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For a Few Dollars More
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Thunderball
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Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors
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