· THAT DAY · MAY 28, 1978 · NO. 47 ·
May 28, 1978
Sunday · 47 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.
Top Global Headlines
- 2016: Harambe, a gorilla, is shot to death after grabbing a three-year-old boy in his enclosure at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, resulting in widespread criticism and sparking various internet memes.
- 2013: Start of the Gezi Park protests in Turkey.
- 2012: The Arkankergen massacre in Kazakhstan's Alakol District kills 15 people.
- 2011: Malta votes on the introduction of divorce; the proposal was approved by 53% of voters, resulting in a law allowing divorce under certain conditions being enacted later in the year.
Weather in New York
74°F
Rainy
- High
- 74°F
- Low
- 57°F
- Humidity
- 89%
- Wind
- 11 km/h
Music
Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Drunken Master
Academy Award (1978)
Kramer vs. Kramer
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Grease
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Halloween
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Superman
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Carey Mulligan
English actress (born 1985)
Phil Foden
English footballer (born 2000)
Kyle Walker
English footballer (born 1990)
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1978
1978
A day worth remembering ✦
May 28, 1978
Sun · 74°F Rainy · New York
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