· THAT DAY · MAY 18, 1988 · NO. 38 ·
May 18, 1988
Wednesday · 38 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
News Headlines
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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
60°F
Rainy
- High
- 60°F
- Low
- 56°F
- Humidity
- 98%
- Wind
- 23 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Anything For You
Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine
Anything For You
Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine
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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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My Neighbor Totoro
Top Box Office (This Week)
Die Hard
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Yuya Osako
Japanese footballer (born 1990)
Alina Zagitova
Russian figure skater (born 2002)
Ryan Sessegnon
English footballer (born 2000)
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1988
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A day worth remembering ✦
May 18, 1988
Wed · 60°F Rainy · New York
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