· THAT DAY · OCTOBER 12, 1983 · NO. 42 ·
October 12, 1983
Wednesday · 42 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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- 2018: Princess Eugenie marries Jack Brooksbank at St. George's Chapel, Windsor Castle.
Weather in New York
66°F
Rainy
- High
- 66°F
- Low
- 60°F
- Humidity
- 93%
- Wind
- 26 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Total Eclipse Of The Heart
Bonnie Tyler
Total Eclipse Of The Heart
Bonnie Tyler
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Scarface
Academy Award (1983)
Amadeus
Top Box Office (This Week)
Trading Places
Top Box Office (This Week)
The Key
Top Box Office (This Week)
Return of the Jedi
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Josh Hutcherson
American actor (born 1992)
Cristhian Stuani
Uruguayan footballer (born 1986)
Alex Brosque
Australian soccer player
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1983
1983
A day worth remembering ✦
October 12, 1983
Wed · 66°F Rainy · New York
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