· THAT DAY · JANUARY 21, 1998 · NO. 28 ·
January 21, 1998
Wednesday · 28 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
News Headlines
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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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- 2017: Millions of people participated in the Women's March in Washington, D.C., and around the world to advocate for legislation and policies on human rights and other issues.
- 2017: Over 400 cities across America and 160+ countries worldwide participate in a large-scale women's march, including in Portland, on Donald Trump's first full day as President of the United States.
Weather in New York
38°F
Partly Cloudy
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- 38°F
- Low
- 27°F
- Humidity
- 64%
- Wind
- 20 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Truly Madly Deeply
Savage Garden
Truly Madly Deeply
Savage Garden
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Movies
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Saving Private Ryan
Academy Award (1998)
American Beauty
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The Truman Show
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Mulan
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Perfect Blue
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