· THAT DAY · AUGUST 8, 1981 · NO. 44 ·
August 8, 1981
Saturday · 44 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
72°F
Rainy
- High
- 72°F
- Low
- 70°F
- Humidity
- 88%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Jessie's Girl
Rick Springfield
Jessie's Girl
Rick Springfield
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Academy Award (1981)
Gandhi
Top Box Office (This Week)
Possession
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The Evil Dead
Top Box Office (This Week)
Cannibal Ferox
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Shawn Mendes
Canadian singer (born 1998)
Joël Matip
Cameroon international footballer (born 1991)
Alysa Liu
American figure skater (born 2005)
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August 8, 1981
Sat · 72°F Rainy · New York
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