· THAT DAY · DECEMBER 30, 1981 · NO. 44 ·
December 30, 1981
Wednesday · 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.
Top Global Headlines
- 2020: A large explosion at the airport in the southern Yemeni city of Aden kills at least 22 people and wounds 50.
- 2013: More than 100 people are killed when anti-government forces attack key buildings in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- 2009: Due to a rupture of the Lanzhou–Zhengzhou–Changsha pipeline in Shaanxi, China, caused approximately 150,000 l (40,000 US gal) of diesel oil flowed down the Wei River before finally reaching the Yellow River six days later.
- 2009: Pro-government counter-demonstrators held rallies (pictured) in several Iranian cities in response to recent anti-government protests on the holy day of Ashura.
The New York Times — DECEMBER 30, 1981
Supporters of Congolese religious leader Paul-Joseph Mukungubila carried out a series of attacks on television studios, the airport and a military base in Kinshasa.2013
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Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Physical
Olivia Newton-John
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Olivia Newton-John
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Movies
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Raiders of the Lost Ark
Academy Award (1981)
Gandhi
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Cannibal Ferox
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Possession
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The Evil Dead
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