· THAT DAY · JANUARY 31, 1998 · NO. 28 ·
January 31, 1998
Saturday · 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.
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- 2020: The United Kingdom's membership within the European Union ceases in accordance with Article 50, after 47 years of being a member state.
- 2019: Abdullah of Pahang is sworn in as the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia.
Weather in New York
42°F
Partly Cloudy
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- 42°F
- Low
- 30°F
- Humidity
- 68%
- Wind
- 21 km/h
Music
Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Saving Private Ryan
Academy Award (1998)
American Beauty
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The Truman Show
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Mulan
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The Parent Trap
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January 31, 1998
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