· THAT DAY · AUGUST 24, 1993 · NO. 32 ·
August 24, 1993
Tuesday · 32 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
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Weather in New York
82°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 82°F
- Low
- 66°F
- Humidity
- 76%
- Wind
- 18 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Can't Help Falling In Love (From "Sliver")
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Can't Help Falling In Love (From "Sliver")
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Schindler's List
Academy Award (1993)
Forrest Gump
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The Legend
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Farewell My Concubine
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Jurassic Park
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Rupert Grint
English actor (born 1988)
Alan Walker
Norwegian DJ and music producer (born 1997)
Maya Yoshida
Japanese footballer (born 1988)
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August 24, 1993
Tue · 82°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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