· THAT DAY · MAY 16, 1986 · NO. 40 ·
May 16, 1986
Friday · 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 — MAY 16, 1986
A devastating EF4 tornado kills nineteen people in Southeast Kentucky, hitting the towns of Somerset and London.2025
Weather in New York
71°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 71°F
- Low
- 55°F
- Humidity
- 80%
- Wind
- 14 km/h
Music
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West End Girls
Pet Shop Boys
West End Girls
Pet Shop Boys
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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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Fri · 71°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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