· THAT DAY · FEBRUARY 24, 1979 · NO. 47 ·
February 24, 1979
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.
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Weather in New York
43°F
Rainy
- High
- 43°F
- Low
- 37°F
- Humidity
- 97%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?
Rod Stewart
Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?
Rod Stewart
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Movies
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Alien
Academy Award (1979)
Soylent Green
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Apocalypse Now
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Caligula
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Mad Max
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