· THAT DAY · AUGUST 14, 1988 · NO. 37 ·
August 14, 1988
Sunday · 37 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
94°F
Rainy
- High
- 94°F
- Low
- 78°F
- Humidity
- 66%
- Wind
- 20 km/h
Music
Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Moonwalker
Academy Award (1988)
Pocketful of Miracles
Top Box Office (This Week)
My Neighbor Totoro
Top Box Office (This Week)
Die Hard
Top Box Office (This Week)
Cinema Paradiso
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Mila Kunis
American actress (born 1983)
Giorgio Chiellini
Italian footballer (born 1984)
Ander Herrera
Spanish footballer (born 1989)
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A day worth remembering ✦
August 14, 1988
Sun · 94°F Rainy · New York
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