· THAT DAY · AUGUST 10, 1985 · NO. 40 ·
August 10, 1985
Saturday · 40 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
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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.
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The New York Times — AUGUST 10, 1985
Having already caused severe flooding in the Philippines, Typhoon Lekima made landfall in Zhejiang, China, killing 45 people in the province.2019
Weather in New York
82°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 82°F
- Low
- 69°F
- Humidity
- 81%
- Wind
- 12 km/h
Music
Movies
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Back to the Future
Academy Award (1985)
Platoon
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Police Story
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Mr. Vampire
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The Goonies
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Sat · 82°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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