· THAT DAY · JANUARY 29, 1996 · NO. 30 ·
January 29, 1996
Monday · 30 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
37°F
Snowy
- High
- 37°F
- Low
- 23°F
- Humidity
- 64%
- Wind
- 19 km/h
Music
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One Sweet Day
Mariah Carey & Boyz II Men
One Sweet Day
Mariah Carey & Boyz II Men
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Movies
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Scream
Academy Award (1996)
Titanic
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Mission: Impossible
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From Dusk Till Dawn
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Independence Day
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Christina Koch
American astronaut (born 1979)
Adam Lambert
American singer (born 1982)
Marc Gasol
Spanish basketball player (born 1985)
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January 29, 1996
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