· THAT DAY · AUGUST 21, 1974 · NO. 51 ·
August 21, 1974
Wednesday · 51 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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Weather in New York
83°F
Partly Cloudy
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- 83°F
- Low
- 66°F
- Humidity
- 70%
- Wind
- 13 km/h
Music
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The Night Chicago Died
Paper Lace
The Night Chicago Died
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Movies
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The Godfather Part II
Academy Award (1974)
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
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Emmanuelle
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The Texas Chain Saw Massacre
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Chinatown
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Usain Bolt
Jamaican sprinter (born 1986)
Robert Lewandowski
Polish footballer (born 1988)
Hayden Panettiere
American actress (born 1989)
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August 21, 1974
Wed · 83°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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