· THAT DAY · DECEMBER 11, 1989 · NO. 36 ·
December 11, 1989
Monday · 36 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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- 2017: New York City Subway bombing: A pipe bomb partially detonates in the New York City Subway, in the Times Square–42nd Street/Port Authority Bus Terminal. Four people are injured, including the perpetrator.
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Weather in New York
39°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 39°F
- Low
- 25°F
- Humidity
- 71%
- Wind
- 10 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
We Didn't Start The Fire
Billy Joel
We Didn't Start The Fire
Billy Joel
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Dead Poets Society
Academy Award (1989)
Hitch
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The Little Mermaid
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Batman
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Kiki's Delivery Service
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December 11, 1989
Mon · 39°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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