· THAT DAY · APRIL 1, 1977 · NO. 49 ·
April 1, 1977
Friday · 49 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
55°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 55°F
- Low
- 38°F
- Humidity
- 45%
- Wind
- 21 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Rich Girl
Daryl Hall John Oates
Rich Girl
Daryl Hall John Oates
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Movies
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Star Wars
Academy Award (1977)
The Deer Hunter
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The Goodbye Girl
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Suspiria
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Desperate Living
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