· THAT DAY · DECEMBER 28, 1986 · NO. 39 ·
December 28, 1986
Sunday · 39 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 — DECEMBER 28, 1986
A truck bomb is detonated in Mogadishu, Somalia, killing at least 85 people and injuring over 140 more. The militant group Al-Shabaab claims responsibility.2019
Weather in New York
38°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 38°F
- Low
- 28°F
- Humidity
- 76%
- Wind
- 9 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Walk Like An Egyptian
The Bangles
Walk Like An Egyptian
The Bangles
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
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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Sun · 38°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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