· THAT DAY · NOVEMBER 5, 1983 · NO. 42 ·
November 5, 1983
Saturday · 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.
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Weather in New York
47°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 47°F
- Low
- 32°F
- Humidity
- 70%
- Wind
- 12 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Islands In The Stream
Kenny Rogers Duet With Dolly Parton
Islands In The Stream
Kenny Rogers Duet With Dolly Parton
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Scarface
Academy Award (1983)
Amadeus
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Trading Places
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Return of the Jedi
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The Key
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Virat Kohli
Indian cricketer (born 1988)
Kasper Schmeichel
Danish footballer (born 1986)
Marco Verratti
Italian footballer (born 1992)
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November 5, 1983
Sat · 47°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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