· THAT DAY · MAY 2, 1985 · NO. 41 ·
May 2, 1985
Thursday · 41 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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- 2011: The Conservative Party of Canada won enough seats in the federal election to establish their first majority government.
Weather in New York
60°F
Rainy
- High
- 60°F
- Low
- 47°F
- Humidity
- 79%
- Wind
- 21 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
We Are The World
USA For Africa
We Are The World
USA For Africa
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Back to the Future
Academy Award (1985)
Platoon
Top Box Office (This Week)
Police Story
Top Box Office (This Week)
Mr. Vampire
Top Box Office (This Week)
The Goonies
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Thu · 60°F Rainy · New York
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