· THAT DAY · DECEMBER 31, 1981 · NO. 44 ·
December 31, 1981
Thursday · 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
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- 2014: A New Year's Eve celebration stampede in Shanghai kills at least 36 people and injures 49 others.
Weather in New York
38°F
Rainy
- High
- 38°F
- Low
- 24°F
- Humidity
- 73%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Physical
Olivia Newton-John
Physical
Olivia Newton-John
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Academy Award (1981)
Gandhi
Top Box Office (This Week)
Cannibal Ferox
Top Box Office (This Week)
Possession
Top Box Office (This Week)
The Evil Dead
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December 31, 1981
Thu · 38°F Rainy · New York
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