· THAT DAY · FEBRUARY 26, 1986 · NO. 40 ·
February 26, 1986
Wednesday · 40 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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The New York Times — FEBRUARY 26, 1986
A total of 279 female students aged between 10 and 17 are kidnapped by bandits in the Zamfara kidnapping in Zamfara State, Nigeria.2021
Weather in New York
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Partly Cloudy
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- Humidity
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- Wind
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Music
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How Will I Know
Whitney Houston
How Will I Know
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Movies
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Top Gun
Academy Award (1986)
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
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Aliens
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A Better Tomorrow
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Platoon
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