· THAT DAY · FEBRUARY 2, 1973 · NO. 53 ·
February 2, 1973
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.
Top Global Headlines
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- 2009: Omid, Iran's first domestically made satellite, was launched from Semnan Space Center.
Weather in New York
53°F
Rainy
- High
- 53°F
- Low
- 38°F
- Humidity
- 97%
- Wind
- 29 km/h
Music
Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
The Exorcist
Academy Award (1973)
The Godfather Part II
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Sssssss
Top Box Office (This Week)
Malicious
Top Box Office (This Week)
Enter the Dragon
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Paul Mescal
Irish actor (born 1996)
Harry Winks
English footballer (born 1996)
Nathan Delfouneso
English footballer (born 1991)
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February 2, 1973
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