· THAT DAY · FEBRUARY 18, 1987 · NO. 39 ·
February 18, 1987
Wednesday · 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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Weather in New York
36°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 36°F
- Low
- 23°F
- Humidity
- 58%
- Wind
- 16 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Livin' On A Prayer
Bon Jovi
Livin' On A Prayer
Bon Jovi
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Predator
Academy Award (1987)
Rain Man
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The Princess Bride
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Full Metal Jacket
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Dirty Dancing
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
J-Hope
South Korean rapper (born 1994)
Nathan Aké
Dutch footballer (born 1995)
Carlos Kameni
Cameroonian footballer (born 1984)
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February 18, 1987
Wed · 36°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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