· THAT DAY · MAY 13, 1988 · NO. 38 ·
May 13, 1988
Friday · 38 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.
Top Global Headlines
- 2017: Eurovision Song Contest: Portugal won the contest for the first time, with the song "Amar pelos dois," performed by Salvador Sobral (pictured).
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- 2013: American physician Kermit Gosnell is found guilty in Pennsylvania of murdering three infants born alive during attempted abortions, involuntary manslaughter of a woman during an abortion procedure, and other charges.
- 2012: Mexican authorities discovered 49 dismembered bodies in Cadereyta Jiménez.
Weather in New York
73°F
Partly Cloudy
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- Humidity
- 80%
- Wind
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Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Wishing Well
Terence Trent D'Arby
Wishing Well
Terence Trent D'Arby
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Moonwalker
Academy Award (1988)
Pocketful of Miracles
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Dangerous Liaisons
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Die Hard
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My Neighbor Totoro
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Romelu Lukaku
Belgian footballer (born 1993)
Debby Ryan
American actress and singer (born 1993)
Candice King
American actress (born 1987)
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May 13, 1988
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