· THAT DAY · JANUARY 8, 1966 · NO. 60 ·
January 8, 1966
Saturday · 60 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
News Headlines
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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
37°F
Rainy
- High
- 37°F
- Low
- 17°F
- Humidity
- 62%
- Wind
- 38 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
We Can Work It Out
The Beatles
We Can Work It Out
The Beatles
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Top Box Office (This Week)
A Man and a Woman
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Don't Look Now... We're Being Shot At!
Top Box Office (This Week)
The Russians Are Coming! The Russians Are Coming!
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