· THAT DAY · FEBRUARY 12, 1993 · NO. 33 ·
February 12, 1993
Friday · 33 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
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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.
Top Global Headlines
- 2019: The country known as the Republic of Macedonia renames itself the Republic of North Macedonia in accordance with the Prespa agreement, settling a long-standing naming dispute with Greece.
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- 2009: Just before landing at Buffalo Niagara International Airport, Colgan Air Flight 3407 crashes into a house in Clarence Center, New York, killing the house's occupant and all 49 people on board the aircraft.
The New York Times — FEBRUARY 12, 1993
In the first general election since the July Revolution in Bangladesh, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, led by Tarique Rahman, wins a landslide victory upon returning to power after almost 19 years. A referendum held alongside was also approved by the majority of voters.2026
Weather in New York
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Snowy
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- Humidity
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- Wind
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Music
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I Will Always Love You
Whitney Houston
I Will Always Love You
Whitney Houston
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Movies
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Schindler's List
Academy Award (1993)
Forrest Gump
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The Fugitive
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Indecent Proposal
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Jurassic Park
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