· THAT DAY · JANUARY 4, 1980 · NO. 46 ·
January 4, 1980
Friday · 46 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
- 2020: Sembawang Hot Spring Park in Singapore reopened after being redeveloped by the National Parks Board.
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- 2010: The Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest structure, officially opened in Dubai.
Weather in New York
30°F
Snowy
- High
- 30°F
- Low
- 22°F
- Humidity
- 58%
- Wind
- 12 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Escape (The Pina Colada Song)
Rupert Holmes
Escape (The Pina Colada Song)
Rupert Holmes
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
The Shining
Academy Award (1980)
Braindead
Top Box Office (This Week)
Cannibal Holocaust
Top Box Office (This Week)
The Empire Strikes Back
Top Box Office (This Week)
Airplane!
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