· THAT DAY · AUGUST 12, 1965 · NO. 60 ·
August 12, 1965
Thursday · 60 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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The New York Times — AUGUST 12, 1965
Six people, five victims and the perpetrator are killed in Keyham, Plymouth in the worst mass shooting in the UK since 2010.2021
Weather in New York
83°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 83°F
- Low
- 63°F
- Humidity
- 64%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
I'm Henry VIII, I Am
Herman's Hermits
I'm Henry VIII, I Am
Herman's Hermits
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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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Thu · 83°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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