· THAT DAY · AUGUST 18, 1972 · NO. 53 ·
August 18, 1972
Friday · 53 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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- 2008: Pakistani president Pervez Musharraf resigned under pressure from a movement to impeach him.
Weather in New York
81°F
Rainy
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- Low
- 65°F
- Humidity
- 76%
- Wind
- 13 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Alone Again (Naturally)
Gilbert O'Sullivan
Alone Again (Naturally)
Gilbert O'Sullivan
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
The Godfather
Academy Award (1972)
The Sting
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Last Tango in Paris
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Fist of Fury
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The Way of the Dragon
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Renato Sanches
Portuguese footballer (born 1997)
Bryan Ruiz
Costa Rican football player (born 1985)
G-Dragon
South Korean rapper (born 1988)
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August 18, 1972
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