· THAT DAY · MAY 2, 1984 · NO. 42 ·
May 2, 1984
Wednesday · 42 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
News Headlines
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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
64°F
Partly Cloudy
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- 64°F
- Low
- 46°F
- Humidity
- 49%
- Wind
- 22 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now)
Phil Collins
Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now)
Phil Collins
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Movies
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The Terminator
Academy Award (1984)
Small Soldiers
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Once Upon a Time in America
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A Nightmare on Elm Street
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Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
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