· THAT DAY · OCTOBER 21, 1978 · NO. 47 ·
October 21, 1978
Saturday · 47 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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- 2011: Iraq War: President Barack Obama announces that the withdrawal of United States troops from Iraq will be complete by the end of the year.
Weather in New York
65°F
Clear
- High
- 65°F
- Low
- 42°F
- Humidity
- 73%
- Wind
- 12 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
Doja Cat
American rapper (born 1995)
Ricky Rubio
Spanish basketball player (born 1990)
Sam Vokes
Welsh footballer (born 1989)
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OCT
1978
1978
A day worth remembering ✦
October 21, 1978
Sat · 65°F Clear · New York
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THAT DAY
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1978-10-21